AUS vs IND: The Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) is one of the best batting tracks for batters, as the pitch is regulatory, offering an excellent blend between bat and ball. It has been the most iconic platform for batting performances, especially for the ground dimensions, as it is one of the smallest grounds in Australia. The SCG is also known to have quick outfields; as the ball once clears the infield, it races off to the boundaries, making it cherished by the batters.
The Indian cricket team doesn’t have any exemplary record at the Sydney Cricket Ground, as the venue might not have witnessed several wins for India as the last and only recorded win in a test match at the SCG can be traced 4 decades back to 1978.
The Indian team ever since the controversial red ball test in 2008 at the SCG has not lost a single test on this ground, while it also led to a dramatic draw in 2021, when Ashwin and Vihari held the innings for India. Greats like Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, and Virat Kohli have played some invaluable innings at the SCG.
Here’s a list of the top three Indian batters with the most runs at Sydney Cricket Ground in the Tests
1. Sachin Tendulkar
The god of cricket, Sachin Tendulkar, has a legendary legacy at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Over his illustrious career, Tendulkar amassed a staggering 785 runs in 5 Test matches at the SCG, averaging an incredible 157. The ground still stands quiet for the historic 241 from the bat of Sachin Tendulkar during the 2003/04 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Tendulkar also scored three centuries in Test cricket at the SCG, each showcasing his technical brilliance; his success at the SCG is a testament to his status as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket.
2. VVS Laxman
VVS Laxman is a former right-handed batter, known for his elegant batting, exquisite timing, and ability to perform under tense situations. His iconic performances at the SCG have solidified his reputation of mastering affinity for Australian conditions.
Laxman has scored a total of 549 runs with an average of 78.42, including 3 centuries and one fifty. One of his most memorable innings at the SCG came in 2004, when he scored a majestic 178 during the same test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy when Tendulkar amassed a huge 241.
3. Cheteshwar Pujara
Indian middle-order batter Cheteshwar Pujara is renowned for his solid technique, unwavering patience, and ability to anchor innings, often referred to as the “Wall” of modern Indian Test cricket. Pujara managed to get 320 runs with an average of 106.66, including one century and 2 fifties.
Pujara excels in wearing down bowling attacks with his exceptional defensive skills and concentration. At the SCG, he scored a magnificent 193-facing 370 deliveries that exemplify the values of patience in the longest format of the game.
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