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Top 10: Most Test Runs in a Calendar Year

The list of top ten batsmen who have scored the maximum number of runs in Test cricket within a calendar year.

The Bangladesh cricket team has a record of 21 straight defeats in Test matches. The streak lasted from November 2001 to February 2004.

Did you know that the longest cricket match was played between England and South Africa in Durban in 1939, which lasted for 12 days?

Pakistan’s Aleem Dar has officiated in the most matches in Test cricket. He has umpired in 145 Tests. Check out the complete list of umpires.

Sachin Tendulkar has scored the most runs in Test cricket, with 15291 runs to his credit. Check out the list of highest run scorers in Tests.

Muthiah Muralidaran has picked the most wickets (800) in Test cricket history. Find out the top 10 wicket-takers in Test cricket.