Vijay Hazare - 164* vs England (Delhi, 1951)

Vijay Hazare marked his captaincy debut with an unbeaten ton. The right-handed batter laid a strong foundation as India posted 418-6, helping the hosts take a 215-run lead after Nigel Howard’s men were bowled out for a mere 203. Coming in to bat at 64-2, Hazare shared a 211-run stand for the third wicket with opener Vijay Merchant (154). The game, however, ended in a draw as England managed 368-6 in their second innings.   

Sunil Gavaskar - 116 vs NZ (Auckland, 1976)

Batting icon Sunil Gavaskar

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar’s gritty innings came at an opportune time. NZ made 266 in the first innings. The opener smashed 15 fours and a six, taking India into the lead before falling with the score at 270. India posted 414 and eventually won by eight wickets, chasing down a target of 68.