Best match figures at Lord’s

Lord’s Cricket Ground is one of the most iconic cricket stadiums in the world. With 149 Test matches played at this ground, bowlers from around the world have had memorable outings, leading them to have a spot in the iconic honours board. While the ground has been favourable to both batters and bowlers, some have come here and displayed their class not once but twice in the same Test match.

1. Derek Underwood, 13/71 against Pakistan in 1974

Derek Underwood took 13 wickets for 71 runs against Pakistan in the second Test at Lord’s in August 1974. The former left-arm spinner picked his career-best figures of 8/51 in the second innings. In the first innings, he bagged a five-wicket haul. He ran through the Pakistan lineup, handing England a notable advantage in the game. However, the game ended in a draw. The visitors went on to win the series, 2-0, after the first three games ended in a draw.

2. Hedley Verity, 15/104 against Australia in 1934

The iconic Lord’s cricket ground witnessed a brilliant bowling performance in 1934. England’s left-arm spinner, Hedley Verity, registered his name in history books with match figures of 15 for 104 against arch-rivals Australia. It remains the second-best match haul at the iconic venue. Verity began by picking seven wickets in the first innings, followed by eight in the second. Notably, he dismissed Donald Bradman twice. Verity dismantled Australia’s batting line-up, leading England to a win by an innings and 38 runs.

3. Bob Massie, 16/137 against England in 1972

Former Australian pacer Bob Massie’s memorable debut at Lord’s in 1972 is one of the most iconic bowling performances in Test cricket history. The Australian shell-shocked England with match figures of 16 for 137, with eight wickets in each innings, recording the best bowling figures ever at Lord’s and the best by a debutant at the time. His spell helped Australia clinch an eight-wicket victory in the second Test of the series. Despite this incredible start, Massie’s international career was short-lived as he played just six Tests in total, bagging 31 wickets.

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