Happy Birthday Sunil Gavaskar: Top 10 Records Held By Little Master - In Pics

Sunil Gavaskar was the first player in cricket history to reach the monumental milestone of 10,000 Test runs, setting a benchmark for future generations.  

Gavaskar scored a staggering 774 runs in his debut Test series against the West Indies, a record that still stands today for the highest runs by a debutant in a series.  

He holds the record for the most runs (2,749) and centuries (13) scored against the West Indies, showcasing his prowess against one of the toughest bowling attacks.  

Gavaskar is the only cricketer to score four consecutive centuries at two different venues: Port of Spain and Wankhede Stadium, a testament to his consistency and skill.  

He is the only cricketer with 58 century partnerships in Test cricket, achieved with 18 different players, highlighting his ability to build significant innings with various teammates.  

Gavaskar jointly holds the record for scoring centuries in both innings of a Test match on three occasions, a rare feat shared with Australia's Ricky Ponting and David Warner.  

As the first Indian fielder (excluding wicket-keepers) to take over 100 catches in Test cricket, Gavaskar's sharp reflexes and reliable hands were key assets in the field.  

He was the first Indian cricketer to carry his bat through a Test innings, scoring an unbeaten 127 in the Faisalabad Test in 1983, a rare and commendable achievement.  

Gavaskar held the record for the most Test centuries (34) for nearly two decades until it was surpassed by Sachin Tendulkar in 2005, underscoring his long-standing dominance.  

Gavaskar's ability to score double centuries at two different venues—Port of Spain and Wankhede Stadium—further solidifies his legacy as one of the greatest opening batsmen in cricket history.