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Mohammad Azharuddin (born 8 February 1963) is an Indian politician and a former cricketer who also served as the Indian national cricket team's captain. He was a right-handed middle order batter and an occasional medium fast bowler.
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- Three tons in first three Tests: The cliché of someone announcing oneself with a bang is oft overused, but it fits perfectly for Azharuddin. He remains the only batsman to hit a century in each of the first three Tests of his career.
- Fastest ODI hundred: When Azharuddin smashed a century off 62 balls in a One-Day International (ODI) against New Zealand in 1988, he became the fastest centurion in the format.
- Love-affair with Eden Gardens: Azharuddin has a fantastic record at the Eden Gardens starting from his 110 on Test debut in 1984-85. In all, he played seven Tests at the venue, scoring 860 runs at an average of 107.50, with five tons and two fifties.
- Leading India in three World Cups: Azharuddin is the only Indian captain to have led the side in three World Cups. He captained India in 1992, 1996 and 1999.
Read about Mohammad Azharuddin cricket player from India profile, stats, rankings, records, videos, photos at ESPNcricinfo
- Male
- March 8, 1963
- India
Feb 15, 2016 · Before VVS Laxman came another magician from the city of nawabs – Mohammed Azharuddin, a man with a brooding face and permanently furrowed brows. And those wrists. With one flick of his wrists ...
A lot of people may remember Mohammad Azharuddin for all the wrong reasons but there is no doubt that the stylish Hyderabad batsman was one of the greatest ever to have played for India. Known...
- India
- August 2, 1963
- Batsman
Predominantly a middle order batsman, he was known for his attacking brand of cricket irrespective of the situation of the game and his superb catching in the the slip cordon and outfield.
Jul 18, 2020 · It’s been 35 years since a young Azharuddin whiplashed a hattrick of hundreds to waltz into public imagination; his batting style was utterly original as he would conjure up angles hitherto unseen and it all started at his Eden Gardens.
