5 Unbreakable records in international cricket

Over the years, cricket has witnessed many incredible achievements, but only a few have endured. Some records are unaltered and very hard to duplicate as the game has changed with new player generations and shifting formats.

These records demonstrate a unique blend of longevity, exceptional skill, and uncommon conditions. These standards continue to evoke wonder and adoration among cricket fans worldwide. Their distinctiveness is found in the way they cut across periods or time, game formats, and even the current tempo.

Here are the 5 Unbreakable records in international cricket:

1. Sir Don Bradman’s Test batting average of 99.94

Sir Don Bradman's Test average is one of the most enduring statistics in sports. In 52 games and 80 innings, he scored 6,996 runs at a remarkable average of 99.94, which was just short of a perfect century average. He also scored 29 centuries including 2 triple-centuries with a highest score of 334 runs.

The huge difference between him and the next best—no other player with more than 20 innings has averaged above 62—is what makes this record so unbeatable. In a time of intense competition and changing methods, his accomplishment remains all but untouchable.

2. Brian Lara’s highest Test score of 400*

By hammering an undefeated 400 against England in Antigua in April 2004, Brian Lara regained the record and eclipsed Matthew Hayden's 380, a return fit for a cricket legend. It was at this same field that Brian Lara beat Sir Garry Sobers' record of 365 in 1994 by scoring 375* against England.

He battled fatigue and some good bowling by England, to become the first man in Test history to make 400 runs in an innings. This was also the eleventh Test quadruple-century in First-Class cricket. Now retired from cricket in 2007, Lara left his mark on the record books forever. It is improbable that the ability, endurance, and situation that went into creating such a monumental score will ever be duplicated.

3. Muthiah Muralitharan’s record of 800 Test wickets

Muttiah Muralitharan, a legendary off-spinner from Sri Lanka, redefined longevity and dominance by finishing his career with an incredible 800 Test wickets, which is by far the highest number ever. He picked the record 800th wicket in his final Test in 2008, against India. His best bowling was 9/51 in an innings.

Unmatched consistency, physical stamina, and versatility across pitches and eras were needed for this haul throughout 133 Tests. This milestone is genuinely impenetrable because it would be extremely difficult for a bowler to duplicate even a small portion of that total. Muralitharan also holds the record for most wickets in ODIs as well, taking 534 wickets in 350 matches, with a best of 7/30.

4. Rohit Sharma’s record of three ODI double-centuries and highest ODI score of 264

Rohit Sharma shattered record books when he slammed 264 runs against Sri Lanka in 2014 with 33 fours and 9 sixes to his name. This was his second double-century in ODIs at that time and helped India post 404 runs. He became the first batter in ODIs to cross the mark of 250 runs, and broke Virender Sehwag’s record of 219 runs for the highest ODI score ever.

The second-best score in ODI remains 237* by Martin Guptill, and while double-centuries in ODIs have become a common sight, Rohit Sharma’s record score of 264 remains unbeatable. Rohit Sharma scored his third double century, also against Sri Lanka in 2017, scoring 208* with 13 fours and 12 sixes. With this, he remains the only batter with three double tons in ODIs, and this record seems unbreakable, with no other batter scoring more than one double century.  

5. Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most international matches and combined runs

With an incredible 200 Test matches, 463 ODIs and one T20I, Sachin Tendulkar is the iron man of cricket and has played the most internationals of any player with 664. He set a standard that might never be exceeded with his three decades of durability, consistent performances, and flexibility in adjusting to new styles.  

Another imposing standard that hasn't been broken is Sachin Tendulkar's record of 34,367 runs in Tests and ODIs. This includes 10 ODI runs, 18,426 ODI runs, and 15,921 Test runs, amassed over a 24-year career characterized by unparalleled domination and consistency.

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