There are many stories in cricket that are no less than any cinema. But we are going to tell you the story of such rebel emperor of cricket who used to have a double century after partying overnight. In the year 1998-99, this Caribbean veteran did this feat. Earlier, he was also trolled as a ‘spoiled cricketer’. After his criticism, this batsman changed the definition of cricket. This legendary player made such records which are no less than a miracle and it is difficult for a batsman to break them away.
Party overnight, bowlers in the morning
We are talking about veteran Brian Lara, whose 400 -run maharikard is still intact. Brian Lara was not only the master of cricket, but also amazing the parties. When the Windies team was competing with Australia in the year 1998-99, Brian Lara hit 213 runs in the first innings. But interestingly, before playing this innings, Lara was partying till 4 am all night. Despite this, he danced the bowlers at the tip of the bat on the Kingston ground.
Lara was getting criticized
Brian Lara hit a double century in the second Test against Australia. In the first Test, the team had to face defeat badly under his captaincy. After which there was a flood of criticism. But in the very next match, critics were seen praising Lara himself. Michael Holding had told Lara as a bad child. After the defeat, many things were made about Lara. The people with him even went on to said that, ‘He was partying in Kingston Night Club’ TheSilum ’till 4 in the morning’.
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Lara left the bus
Brian Lara missed the team bus in the second Test. It was a matter of honor that he had reached the stadium on time. Lara scored his third double century in this match. This match was named by 10 wickets on the basis of West Indies Nelara’s innings. Lara’s praise was seen all around.
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