Indian batters with highest individual scores at Eden Gardens (Tests)
What's the story
Team India is gearing up to host South Africa in a two-match Test series. The iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata will host the series opener from November 14. The historic venue has hosted several memorable Test matches over the years. On this note, let's take a look at the Indian batters with the highest individual scores at the Eden Gardens.
#1
VVS Laxman - 281 vs Australia, 2001
VVS Laxman's 281-run innings against Australia at Eden Gardens in 2001 is one of the finest knocks in Test cricket history. Coming in when India were forced to follow on, Laxman played a brilliant innings full of timing, grace, and determination. His effort turned an almost certain defeat into a historic win for India. He faced 452 balls during his stay, smoking 44 fours in the process. Notably, Laxman had frustrated Australia with a 376-run stand with Rahul Dravid (180).
#2
Wasim Jaffer - 202 vs Pakistan, 2007
Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer played a 202-run knock against Pakistan at Eden Gardens in November 2007. Opening the innings on Day 1, Jaffer showed great composure and elegance as he combined solid defense with graceful stroke play. He went on to score 202 off 274 balls, a knock laced with 34 fours. The high-scoring game eventually ended in a draw.
#3
Sunil Gavaskar - 182* vs West Indies, 1978
The legendary Sunil Gavaskar tormented the West Indies bowling attack with twin hundreds in the 1978 Kolkata Test. He took on one of the toughest bowling attacks of his time with remarkable poise and precision. While he made 107 on Day 1, the talisman played a sensational 182*-run knock in the third innings of the drawn affair.
#4
Mohammad Azharuddin - 182 vs England, 1993
Mohammad Azharuddin is another Indian with a Test score of 182 at Eden Gardens. He dazzled against England in the 1993 Kolkata Test, displaying his timing, wristwork, and flair. Batting at number five in the first innings, he took charge with his trademark elegance. Such was Azharuddin's aggression that he faced just 197 balls for his 182, smoking 12 fours and a six in the process. India went on to win by eight wickets.