Delhi: There is no age limit in Test cricket, this has been proved by Zimbabwe's experienced batsman Craig Erwin with his brilliant batting. At the age of 41, he created history by scoring a double century in the first Test match being played against Afghanistan in Sharjah. Erwin has now become the third oldest batsman in the world to score a double century in Test cricket. He achieved this feat at the age of 41 years and 82 days.
Brilliant innings of 206 runs in 279 balls
Erwin faced 279 balls and scored 206 runs in his second innings. On the basis of his excellent batting, Zimbabwe declared the innings after scoring 523 runs at the loss of five wickets. In this match, Wesley Madhevere also completed the first century of his Test career. This exciting match, which lasted till the fifth day, ended in a draw.
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Oldest batsman to score a double century
The record of scoring the biggest double century in terms of age in Test cricket is in the name of South Africa's Eric Rowan. He scored 236 runs against England at the age of 42 years and 6 days. In second place is England's Jack Hobbs, who played an innings of 211 runs at the age of 41 years and 195 days.
Erwin secured third place by scoring a double century at the age of 41 years and 82 days. Earlier, Graham Gooch had scored 210 runs against New Zealand in 1994 at the age of 40 years and 314 days.
Historic achievement for Zimbabwe after 26 years
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This double century of Erwin is also very special for Zimbabwe cricket. After about 26 years, a batsman from the country has crossed the 200-run mark in Test cricket. Earlier, Andy Flower had scored unbeaten 232 runs in the Nagpur Test against India in November 2000. This historic innings of Erwin has added a new chapter to Zimbabwe cricket.
FAQ
How many runs did Craig Erwin score against Afghanistan?
Craig Erwin scored unbeaten 206 runs on 279 balls in the second innings of the first Test match played against Afghanistan in Sharjah.
Who is the third oldest batsman to score a double century in Test cricket?
Zimbabwe's Craig Erwin has become the third oldest double century in Test cricket by scoring a double century at the age of 41 years and 82 days.