Copyright © 2020 Jagran Prakashan Limited. * During the 2011 ODI World Cup, Sehwag started India's innings with a boundary on the first ball five times. The former Indian opener had also played 19 T20Is, scoring 394 runs. Required fields are marked *. 9999. Virender Sehwag took the opportunity to wish the stunning Indian opener on her birthday. On the same note, he became the first Indian to score the same in the format. Happy Birthday Virender Sehwag: Commonly known as 'Viru', Virendra Sehwag holds several records in international cricket and is famous among his fans for his jokes and on-point sense of humour. He is the only Indian cricketer to score a triple century (300 or more runs) and managed to achieve that feat twice – 309 in 2004 against Pakistan and then 319 in 2008 against South Africa. However, he missed the double hundred by just 5 runs when he tried to hit six over long-on. * Another special thing about Viru is that he always had the knack of scoring big hundreds. Swashbuckling Indian opener Virender Sehwag is one of the most successful ones for the side to date. Aapda ko avsar mein badal daala. He holds a number of records across formats, while he played an integral role in India's 2011 ICC World Cup-winning campaign. Happy birthday @virendersehwag bhai. The next best happens to be Rohit Sharma (208*). This day, That Year: A look at special numbers that define Rohit Sharma's.. Krunal Pandya detained for possession of undisclosed gold, DRI says case.. Happy Children's Day 2020: Wishes, Quotes, Gifs, Greetings, WhatsApp.. 'COVID-19 situation in Delhi should come under control in next 7-10 days':.. Centre grants financial aid worth Rs 4,381.88 to six states hit by natural.. Glod Prices Today: Jump in gold prices amid festive season; silver down;.. to our. and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree Sehwag, who also skippered the team several ODIs and Tests, is famous for his ability to outwit people on social media. Ind vs Aus 2020-21: Will Steve Smith captain Australia against Men in.. IPL 2021 to feature nine teams? Unique record of 150-plus innings: In a unique record, Sehwag holds the record of scoring 150-plus in 11 consecutive centurion Test innings. Corona Mukt Aasan .Please maintain distance and stay at home. * Sehwag is the only captain in ODIs who has scored a double hundred. SSR’s Dil Bechara to be telecast on Star Plus on…. Virender Sehwag, India’s legendary opener, turns 42 on Tuesday. Happy Birthday Virender Sehwag: Commonly known as 'Viru', Virendra Sehwag holds several records in international cricket and is famous among … Virender Sehwag changed the concept of modern-day batting with his fearless strokeplay. When Sehwag triggered a laughter storm with his pun-intended tweet. So as Virender Sehwag celebrates his 42nd birthday, here are some of the interesting facts about Viru you need to know: * Sehwag calls himself a 'mumma's boy'. He wrote- “Happy Birthday to a rising star @mandhana_smriti. Virender Sehwag Turns 41: Wishes Pour in On Former Indian Opener's Birthday. One can easily get an idea of the level of fandom he enjoys by simply looking at his follower count on Twitter which currently exceeds 21 million. The Nawab of Najafgarh continues to charm millions of his followers on social media with his sharp wit and tongue-in-cheek humour. The former Indian opener keeps entertaining his fans on Twitter with jokes and his on-point sense of humour. Happy Children's Day 2020: Wishes, Quotes, Gifs, Greetings, WhatsApp.. 'COVID-19 situation in Delhi should come under control in next 7-10 days':.. Centre grants financial aid worth Rs 4,381.88 to six states hit by natural.. Glod Prices Today: Jump in gold prices amid festive season; silver down;.. * Sehwag once held the record for fastest ODI hundred for India. IPL 2020 Final, MI vs DC: Who are the winners of Orange and Purple cap? His record, however, was broken by Virat Kohli in 2013. Happy Birthday Sachin: God of cricket turns 47 24 Apr, 2020, 1330 hrs IST 03:00 Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar turns 47, says 'lockdown allowed me to … #Angad ji Rocks pic.twitter.com/iUBrDyRQUF. It was only in 2002, Sourav Ganguly asked him to open the innings because of lack of space in the middle-order. The dashing opener said, the kind of time Tewatia is enjoying, if given an opportunity, he can also come up with a Covid vaccine.’, Tewatia kuchh bhi kar sakte hain.Agar Covid vaccine banane ka ek mauka mil gaya, toh jaisa unka time chal raha hai , lagta hai bana denge. [Top 10] Best Kitchen Mats For Hardwood Floors: Reviews. Highest strike-rate among all with at least 2,000 Test runs: Sehwag holds the record of possessing the highest strike-rate in the longest format, among batsmen having scored at least 2,000 runs. * During a Test match in 2003, Sehwag scored a brilliant 195 in Melbourne Cricket Ground.