New Zealand‘s Tim Southee has etched his name in the record books of Test cricket by surpassing the legendary Virender Sehwag‘s tally in the longest format of the game. Southee achieved this feat during the first Test match against India at Bengaluru. Southee, known primarily for his swing bowling prowess, has quietly amassed a formidable record with the bat.
Tim Southee surpasses Virender Sehwag’s record in Test cricket
Southee’s journey to this milestone has been nothing short of remarkable. He began his Test career in 2008 and has gradually developed his batting skills over the years. His ability to clear the boundary with ease has often come in handy for New Zealand, especially in lower-order batting. Southee went over Sehwag’s record of most sixes in Test cricket, his 92nd six in Test cricket came off the bowling of Mohammed Siraj in the second innings, putting him one ahead of Sehwag’s 91 sixes.
Sehwag, the former Indian opener, set the benchmark for aggressive batting in Test cricket. His fearless approach and ability to hit sixes at will made him one of the most entertaining batters of his generation.
| Rank | Player | Sixes |
| 1 | Ben Stokes | 131 |
| 2 | Brendon McCullum | 107 |
| 3 | Adam Gilchrist | 100 |
| 4 | Chris Gayle | 98 |
| 5 | Jacques Kallis | 97 |
| 6 | Tim Southee | 92 |
| 7 | Virender Sehwag | 91 |
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Southee’s historic moment and impact in Tests
Southee’s surpassing of Sehwag’s record is a testament to his consistency and longevity in Test cricket. He has been a key member of the New Zealand team for over a decade and has contributed significantly with both bat and ball. His ability to hit sixes has added another dimension to his game and has made him a valuable asset to his team.
Southee’s achievement is a historic moment for New Zealand cricket. He has become only the seventh player after Sehwag to hit 90 or more sixes in Test cricket and ranks 6th on the list for most sixes in Test.
Southee’s surpassing of Sehwag’s record of most sixes in Test cricket is a remarkable achievement as he achieved this feat after being a fast-bowling allrounder. It is a testament to his skill, determination, and longevity. His accomplishment will be remembered for years to come, and it will inspire future generations of cricketers to strive for greatness.