10 Unbreakable Cricket Records That Will Stand The Test Of Time: Legendary Feats That May Never Be Broken In the Game’s History

In 2004, West Indies legend Brian Lara set a record that still stands strong: the highest individual score in a Test innings with an unbeaten 400 against England in Antigua. While players have come close, the pressure of modern Test cricket and its aggressive playing style make it improbable that this marathon innings will be replicated.

Former Indian captain Rahul Dravid, known for his rock-solid technique and patience, holds the unique record of never being dismissed for a golden duck (out on the first ball) in any of his 286 Test innings. His ability to avoid a first-ball dismissal over such a long career is a testament to his legendary focus and composure at the crease. This is a record that may remain untouched in the era of aggressive Test cricket.

Australian cricketer Jason Gillespie set the record for the highest score by a nightwatchman with an astonishing 201 against Bangladesh in 2006. This double-century is an anomaly, as nightwatchmen are typically sent in to defend rather than score. It’s a unique achievement that’s unlikely to be repeated in modern cricket.

Sir Jack Hobbs, one of England's finest batsmen, accumulated 199 centuries in first-class cricket. With the modern game’s focus on limited-overs formats and the diminishing prominence of first-class cricket, reaching this milestone is practically impossible for today's cricketers.

India's Rohit Sharma has etched his name in the record books by scoring three double-centuries in One Day Internationals, with a top score of 264 against Sri Lanka in 2014. Given how rare double-centuries are in ODIs, Rohit's consistency at this level remains unparalleled, and it's difficult to see any player matching this feat.

The Sri Lankan spin wizard, Muttiah Muralitharan, holds the record for the most wickets in Test cricket with a staggering 800 scalps. This record, achieved over a span of 133 matches, remains a mountain too high to climb for current bowlers. With the modern game’s focus on limited-overs formats and reduced Test match schedules, it’s hard to imagine anyone surpassing this legendary figure.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, India’s Sachin Tendulkar is the only player to have scored 100 centuries in international cricket. Given the evolving formats, packed schedules, and fitness challenges of modern players, this record remains out of reach for even the most consistent batters today.

The legendary Australian batsman, Sir Donald Bradman, boasts an almost mythical career average of 99.94 in Test cricket. With the next closest player’s average significantly lower, and given the level of competition in today’s game, this record is unlikely to ever be challenged.

In 1956, England’s Jim Laker delivered one of the most extraordinary bowling performances ever seen, taking 19 wickets in a Test match against Australia at Old Trafford. No bowler has even come close to this feat in the decades since, making it one of the most unassailable records in cricket history.

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Sami holds an unusual and somewhat dubious record delivering a 17-ball over in an ODI against Bangladesh in 2004. This over included seven wides and four no-balls. Given the stricter regulations on wides and no-balls today, this record is unlikely to be broken.