Top 5 chases in Test Cricket

Australia – 404 for 3 against England

Bradman showed his mettle with an unbeaten 173

In the Ashes of 1948, Don Bradman’s men were in rip-roaring form, winning the first two Tests comprehensively. The third was drawn and England gave a great account of themselves in the fourth one at Leeds. After scoring 496, England gained a 38 run lead, largely cut down because of a late Australian resurgence with their last two wickets adding 103 to push them to 458.

England declared on 365 setting Australia a target of 404, something never chased down before. Bradman showed his mettle with an unbeaten 173 adding 301 for the second wicket with Arthur Morris and seeing Australia through.

Australia chased down 404 in just 114 overs, a breathtaking speed in those days, winning the match by 7 wickets. England understandably lost the final Test by an innings; such was the effect of this great chase.