Top 5 test cricket moments for India against Australia in Bangalore

Modified Mar 05, 2017 15:50 IST

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#5 NS Yadav - 7 Wickets on debut, 1979

Nandlal Shivlal Yadav might not be a big name in Indian cricket, but he sure as hell made his mark against the mighty Australians and that too, in his debut match. He took 4 Australian wickets in the first innings and big names like Allan Border and Graham Yallop were two of his victims. He also helped in clearing out the Kangaroos’ tail in the first innings.

He was the only wicket taker in Australia’s third innings as he clipped Andrew Hilditch, Graham Wood and Border in quick succession. He also played a major role in India’s victory against Australia in the next test, where he picked 6 wickets. Yadav got rid of three batsmen in quick succession to ensure that Australia were bundled up for a 125 while chasing 279 in the 4^th innings.

Most international players come and go without making a mark in history. But Yadav ensured that his debut match, as well as his debut series, were good enough to be remembered in the history of India-Australia matches.

Yadav played 35 tests and 7 ODIs for India, claiming a total of 110 wickets.