Sporting Icons : M Muralitharan - ace Sri Lankan off spinner career highlights & video

 



Muttiah Muralitharan, the legendary Sri Lankan cricketer, was born on April 17, 1972. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest spin bowlers of all time, known for his unique bowling action and mastery of various spin deliveries, including the off-spin and the doosra. Muralitharan holds numerous records in international cricket, including being the highest wicket-taker in both Test and One Day International cricket. His ability to spin the ball sharply and deceive batsmen made him a formidable force in the cricketing world.

Muttiah Muralitharan's career achievements are extensive and remarkable. Here's a detailed summary:


1. **Test Cricket:**

   - Holds the record for the most wickets taken in Test cricket, with 800 wickets.

   - Became the first bowler to take 800 Test wickets.

   - Holds the record for the most five-wicket hauls in Test cricket, with 67.

   - He is also the only bowler to take 10 wickets in a Test match on more than one occasion (22 times).


2. **One Day Internationals (ODIs):**

   - Second-highest wicket-taker in ODI cricket, with 534 wickets.

   - One of only two bowlers to take 500 or more wickets in ODIs.

   - Holds the record for the most wickets taken in a calendar year in ODIs, with 68 wickets in 2000.

   - Named the Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 2000.


3  ***Best Bowling performances***

Here are some of Muttiah Muralitharan’s best bowling performances across formats, showcasing why he is regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in cricket history:

Test Matches

  1. 9/51 vs Zimbabwe (Kandy, 2002)

    • Muralitharan's best innings figures in Test cricket.
    • Spun a web around Zimbabwe with 9 wickets in a single innings.
    • Match figures: 9/51 (Innings) | 11/128 (Match)

  2. 8/70 vs England (Trent Bridge, 2006)

    • A dominant overseas performance on a relatively unhelpful pitch.
    • Helped Sri Lanka level the series with a massive win.

  3. 8/46 vs England (Colombo, 2001)

    • Demolished England in the second innings, setting up a series win.

  4. 7/155 & 6/87 vs South Africa (Galle, 2000)

    • Match figures: 13/242
    • A marathon bowling effort on a spin-friendly track.

  5. 7/84 vs India (Galle, 2008)

    • His final Test match where he completed 800 Test wickets, a world record.

ODIs

  1. 7/30 vs India (Sharjah, 2000)

    • His best bowling figures in ODIs.
    • Completely dismantled a strong Indian batting line-up.

  2. 5/9 vs New Zealand (Sharjah, 2002)

    • An incredibly economical and destructive spell.

  3. 5/23 vs Bangladesh (Sharjah, 2006)

    • Highlighted his ability to run through weaker teams clinically.

World Cups

  • 4/19 vs Ireland (Providence, 2007)
  • **4/31 vs West Indies (Port of Spain,


3. **Other Achievements:**

   - Played a key role in Sri Lanka's 1996 Cricket World Cup victory.

   - Was a crucial member of the Sri Lankan cricket team throughout the 1990s and 2000s, contributing significantly to their success in both Test and ODI formats.

   - Received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to cricket, including the ICC Cricketer of the Year in 2001 and 2006.

   - Known for his ability to bowl various deliveries, including the off-spin, the doosra, and the carrom ball, which made him a challenging bowler to face for batsmen around the world.


Overall, Muralitharan's career is marked by unparalleled success and dominance in the world of cricket, making him one of the greatest spin bowlers to have ever played the game.


Watch video of Murali's brilliant 9/65 v England in 1998 at the Oval 

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