ENG vs AUS 5th Test: Jacob joins rare club of maiden centurions!

Updated On: 08 January, 2026 08:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Karan Shankar

As England star Bethell’s first Test ton puts him in an exclusive list of players, who have scored their maiden first-class and List A centuries on the international stage, mid-day highlights the other four

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Kapil Dev during his 175 not out vs Zimbabwe in Tunbridge Wells

1st List A ton (175 not out) vs Zimbabwe (Tunbridge Wells, 1983): This World Cup innings was Kapil’s only ODI ton and remains one of India’s most iconic knocks. After opting to bat, India were tottering at 9-4 when Kapil walked in. He blasted 16 fours and six sixes during his 138-ball knock as India posted 266-8. Zim were bowled out for 235.

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