Scoring a Test century on English soil is always a difficult task for any player especially at the one of the most finest venues Old Trafford, Manchester. There are several batsmen of Indian team who showcased their potential and skills by registering memorable knock at Old Trafford.
Mushtaq Ali- 1936
The first Indian batsman to score a first Test century at Old Trafford and stared the legacy was Mushtaq Ali, who achieved this record in 1936.
Vijay Merchant- 1936
In the same match where Mushtaq Ali scored a century, The legend Vijay Merchant also provided strong support and played a brilliant innings, registering the second century for India at Old Trafford.
Polly Umrigar- 1959
The Indian Legend player Polly Umrigar played a great knock under tough pitch conditions and and against a strong England bowling attack but still showed full confidence and courage and scored third century for India at Old Trafford.
Abbas Ali Baig- 1959
In the 1959 tour, Abbas Ali Baig became the first youngest Indian batsman to score a century continuing the legacy of the earlier generations.
Sunil Gavaskar- 1974
The “Little Master” AKA Sunil Gavaskar known for his aggressive batting style and exceptional skills, scored century for India at Old Trafford and continued the legacy of dominance.
Sandeep Patil- 1982
One of the most deadliest batsmen, Sandeep Patil showed the perfect amount of class and consistency and showcasing the strength of a middle-order batter and register a brilliant century against England at Old Trafford.
Mohammad Azharuddin- 1990
Former Indian captain, Mohammad Azharuddin played a great innings against England, The knock was both aggressive and stylish.
Sachin Tendulkar- 1990
The “Master Blaster” AKA Sachin Tendulkar, as a 17 year boy, played with calmness and maturity, showcased his temperament and registered the first century of his career.
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