Ross Taylor was an integral part of the New Zealand batting lineup till the 2019 World Cup. He scored many crucial knocks during his long career. He was a man of big occasions and always stepped up for the team in tough situations. One such innings was against Pakistan in 2011 World Cup. Taylor, who is doing commentary during the ongoining India vs New Zealand World Cup match recalled his memorable innings against Pakistan in 2011 World Cup.
During the 2011 World Cup, Ross Taylor revealed that his explosive century against Pakistan was a memorable birthday gift. Pakistan’s two dropped catches, combined with the short boundaries and Shoaib Akhtar’s on-target deliveries, allowed him to create history with his stunning innings.
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Ross Taylor said, “it was my birthday in the 2011 World Cup and Pakistan dropped me twice. The boundaries were short and Shoaib Akhtar kept bowling on the stumps, the rest became history”.
The 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup witnessed one of the most extraordinary innings in the tournament’s history when New Zealand’s Ross Taylor took center stage against Pakistan. In a high-stakes match, Taylor’s fearless and spectacular display of power-hitting etched his name into the annals of cricketing legend.
The match took place on March 8, 2011, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka, where New Zealand faced Pakistan in a crucial Group A encounter. New Zealand was chasing a target of 302 runs set by Pakistan, a daunting task by any standard. However, it was Taylor’s masterclass that would go down in World Cup folklore.
Taylor walked to the crease with New Zealand struggling at 39/2, facing a formidable Pakistan bowling attack. What followed was a display of sheer determination, skill, and power-hitting. Ross Taylor unleashed a barrage of boundaries and sixes, taking the Pakistan bowlers to task.
His innings of 131 runs off just 124 balls was not only a testament to his cricketing prowess but also a display of composure under immense pressure. Taylor’s innings included 8 boundaries and 7 towering sixes, with each maximum resonating through the stadium.
What made this innings even more remarkable was the fact that Taylor batted through cramps and physical discomfort. His tenacity and unwavering resolve to see his team over the finish line were inspirational. In the company of Kane Williamson, he put together a partnership of 131 runs, ensuring New Zealand’s victory with just an over to spare.
The crowd was treated to an exhilarating display of clean hitting, with Taylor’s bat providing a symphony of sound that resonated with the hearts of cricket fans worldwide. The result was an unforgettable victory for New Zealand, as they chased down the target, marking one of the most remarkable comebacks in World Cup history.
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