Presenting best match hauls at Eden Gardens in Tests
What's the story
India are set to play their first Test in six years at Kolkata's iconic Eden Gardens on November 14. The last time they played a Test here was against Bangladesh in November 2019, which was also the famous pink-ball Test. Ahead of the highly anticipated clash against South Africa, have a look at the best match hauls at this historic venue.
#1
Javagal Srinath: 13/132 vs Pakistan, 1999
Former Indian pacer Javagal Srinath holds the top spot on this list. His fiery 13/132 against Pakistan in 1999 marked one of the finest fast-bowling displays at Eden Gardens. He rattled Pakistan's top order in both innings, taking 5/46 and 8/86. Despite his exploits with the ball, India narrowly lost by 46 runs. India fell short while chasing 279.
#2
Harbhajan Singh: 13/196 vs Australia, 2001
Former spinner Harbhajan Singh powered India to one of their most iconic victories in Tests. The victory brought a new dawn in Indian cricket. He took 13 wickets for 196 runs against Australia in the 2001 Kolkata Test. His hat-trick, the first by an Indian in Tests, dented the Aussies after India bounced back from a follow-on. Harbhajan took six-plus wickets in both innings.
#3
Richie Benaud: 11/105 vs India, 1956
Australian legend Richie Benaud powered Australia to a 94-run win in the 1956 Eden Gardens Test. He shone with a match haul of 11/105. His variations on a wearing surface helped Australia secure a commanding win. In a low-scoring game, Australia scored 177 and 189/9d. Chasing 231, India were bowled out for 136, with Benaud taking a fifer.