Sunil Gavaskar is one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. He holds the record for the most runs scored in Test cricket, with 10,018 runs. He also holds the record for the most centuries scored in Test cricket, with 49 centuries.
Despite his greatness, Gavaskar was not immune to being out first ball. In fact, he was out first ball three times in his career.
The first time Gavaskar was out first ball was in his very first Test match. He was playing against England at Lord's in 1971. The bowler was John Snow, who was one of the best fast bowlers in the world at the time. Snow bowled a short ball that Gavaskar tried to hook, but he only managed to edge it to the wicketkeeper.
The second time Gavaskar was out first ball was in 1974. He was playing against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The bowler was Dennis Lillee, who was another one of the best fast bowlers in the world at the time. Lillee bowled a fast, rising delivery that Gavaskar could not get his bat on.
The third time Gavaskar was out first ball was in 1983. He was playing against England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The bowler was Bob Willis, who was another one of the best fast bowlers in the world at the time. Willis bowled a good length delivery that Gavaskar edged to the slip fielder.
Gavaskar's three dismissals first ball are a testament to the quality of the bowlers who dismissed him. Snow, Lillee, and Willis were all world-class bowlers who were known for their ability to get batsmen out early. Gavaskar's dismissals first ball are also a reminder that even the best batsmen in the world can be dismissed by good bowling.
Despite being dismissed first ball three times, Gavaskar went on to have a legendary career. He is one of the most respected and admired cricketers in the world. His three dismissals first ball are just a small part of his story.
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