Happy Birthday Sunil Gavaskar: First batsman to register 10,000 Test runs turns 72
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Former India captain and legend Sunil Gavaskar celebrates his 72nd birthday on Saturday. Gavaskar was the first cricketer in history to surpass the 10,000 runs mark in the longest format. The former India opener was also an integral member of India’s 1983 World Cup-winning team.
Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar celebrates his 72nd birthday on Saturday. On July 10, 1949, one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the game was born. 1983 World Cup-winner233 international games13,214 international runsFirst batsman to register 10,000 runs in TestsHere's wishing Sunil Gavaskar - former #TeamIndia captain & one of the finest batsmen to have ever graced the game - a very happy birthday. pic.twitter.com/8tQeMlCbSn The Mumbaikar has represented India in 125 Tests, scoring 10122 runs at an average of 51.12. He has scored 34 Test centuries and 45 fifties. Gavaskar amassed 3092 runs from 108 One-Day Internationals, averaging 35.13.More Related News