Who Has the Most Nervous Nineties in Cricket History?
Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for the most nervous nineties in international cricket, with 28 dismissals in the 90s — the highest ever.
This is the highest number of dismissals in the 90s by any batsman in cricket history.
No player in cricket history has come close to Tendulkar’s 28 nervous nineties — making it one of the most unique records ever.
📊 Nervous Nineties Record Breakdown
| Format | 90s Dismissals |
|---|---|
| ODI | 18 |
| Test | 10 |
| Total | 28 |
📊 Most Nervous Nineties in ODI Cricket
| Player | 90s |
|---|---|
| Sachin Tendulkar (IND) | 18 |
| Grant Flower (ZIM) | 9 |
| Nathan Astle (NZ) | 9 |
| Aravinda de Silva (SL) | 9 |
| Kane Williamson (NZ) | 8 |
📊 Most Nervous Nineties in Test Cricket
| Player | 90s |
|---|---|
| Sachin Tendulkar (IND) | 10 |
| Steve Waugh (AUS) | 10 |
| Rahul Dravid (IND) | 10 |
| Michael Slater (AUS) | 9 |
| Alvin Kallicharran (WI) | 8 |
🧠 Why This Record Is Unique
- Shows how often Tendulkar reached the 90s
- Reflects consistency at the highest level
- Highlights pressure situations before centuries
👉 A rare mix of greatness + near misses
📌 Record Significance
- Most nervous nineties: 28
- Highest in international cricket
- Still unbeaten
🔗 Related Cricket Records
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- Wicket on the Last Ball of Career in All Formats
- Best bowling figures on Test debut
- Most sixes in a Test match
- Most Balls faced in Test Cricket
- Most extras in a test match
FAQs
Who has the most nervous nineties in cricket?
Sachin Tendulkar holds the record with 28 dismissals in the 90s.
How many nervous nineties did Tendulkar have in ODIs?
He had 18 nervous nineties in ODI cricket.
How many in Test cricket?
He had 10 nervous nineties in Tests.
Why is it called nervous nineties?
Because batsmen often feel pressure when nearing a century.
Is this record likely to be broken?
It is unlikely, as it requires extreme consistency over a long career.
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