Zimbabwe’s Craig Ervine Creates History, Becomes First Player In World After 75 Years To Achieve Stunning Feat

Craig Ervine etched his name in the history books |Courtesy- Zimbabwe Cricket

Craig Ervine continued his remarkable run of form at the age of 41 as he hit his maiden double century of Test cricket during the fifth day of play in the first Test match between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan at the Sharjah Cricket Ground on Monday (November 9). The left-handed batter made an unbeaten knock of 206 runs as the series opener ended in a draw in a high-scoring clash.

Ervine made up for a disappointing outing in the first innings, where he made just four runs. The 41-year-old's knock in the second innings included 23 boundaries and two sixes. He put up a 55-run partnership with Brian Bennett, followed by two century partnerships with Antum Naqvi (140) and Wessly Madhevere (208).

Ervine etched his name in the history books by becoming the third-oldest player in Test cricket's rich history to make a double century. Moreover, he is the first player to achieve the milestone after celebrating his 41st birthday since 1951 (75 years ago).

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