Azharuddin’s Fastest Test Century | Klusener’s Dream Debut | India vs South Africa Epic Test Match

Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @cricketmax87   The 2nd Test between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens turned into one of the most unforgettable matches of the 1996 series. In front of massive crowds in Kolkata, South Africa produced a dominant performance to level the series, but the match is best remembered for Mohammad Azharuddin’s breathtaking counterattack and Lance Klusener’s sensational debut. Gary Kirsten starred with twin centuries, becoming only the third South African batter to score hundreds in both innings of a Test match. Andrew Hudson and Daryll Cullinan also piled on centuries as South Africa’s batting lineup dominated on a flat Eden Gardens pitch. But the most explosive moment came from Indian captain Mohammad Azharuddin. Returning after being struck on the elbow, Azhar launched a fearless assault on the South African bowlers, smashing a century off just 74 balls — one of the fastest Test hundreds of that era. His dazzling innings included 18 boundaries and a six, while Anil Kumble provided excellent support in a record eighth-wicket partnership for India. South Africa’s young debutant Lance Klusener had a difficult first innings, especially against Azharuddin, but he made a sensational comeback in the second innings. Adjusting his length and rhythm, Klusener ripped through India’s batting lineup to claim 8/64 — one of the greatest bowling performances by a debutant in Test cricket. The match also marked the Test debuts of Herschelle Gibbs and Lance Klusener, two future South African legends. 🏏 Match Highlights: Mohammad Azharuddin – explosive 74-ball century Gary Kirsten – centuries in both innings Lance Klusener – 8/64 on Test debut Daryll Cullinan & Andrew Hudson centuries Anil Kumble’s fighting partnership with Azhar South Africa level the series in style #indiavssouthafrica #test #1996 #cricketmax #highlights #fastest100 #cricket