Highest 9th Wicket Partnership in Test Cricket

Test cricket has seen many amazing moments that are remembered throughout history. Among these, the partnerships formed by the lower-order batsmen have sometimes proven to be the difference between defeat and victory. In this article, we will look at the top 10 highest 9th wicket partnerships in Test cricket.

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Here is a detailed overview of the top 10 9th wicket partnerships in test cricket:

10- William Scotton, Walter Read – 151 runs (England vs Australia, 11-Aug-1884):

William Scotton and Walter Read’s partnership of 151 runs against Australia on August 11, 1884, is a testament to the resilience and skills of cricketers in an era when the sport was still finding its feet.

Facing Australia, they displayed the tenacity and skills required in an era when cricket was gaining popularity. Their partnership not only contributed significantly to England’s total but also added to the rich history of the sport.

9- Syd Gregory, Jack Blackham – 154 runs (Australia vs England, 14-Dec-1894):

Syd Gregory and Jack Blackham’s historic partnership of 154 runs against England on December 14, 1894 stands as a testament to the roots of Test cricket. 

In an era when the sport was still evolving, their partnership against England showcased the enduring nature of the game and the skills of cricketers from the late 19th century.

8- Zaheer Abbas, Sarfraz Nawaz – 161 runs (Pakistan vs England, 19-Mar-84):

Zaheer Abbas and Sarfraz Nawaz’s partnership in 1984 reinforced Pakistan’s batting depth. Their 161 runs stand against England illustrated the team’s ability to recover from challenging situations, with Abbas, a batting maestro, and Nawaz, a reliable lower-order contributor, combining effectively.

7- Clive Lloyd, Andy Roberts – 161 runs (West Indies vs India, 10-Dec-83):

The partnership of 161 runs between Clive Lloyd and Andy Roberts in 1983 showcased the West Indies’ dominance not only in batting but also in the lower order. 

Facing India, the duo’s contribution of 161 runs highlighted the team’s all-around strength and played a pivotal role in securing victory.

6- Molin Cowdrey, Alan Smith – 163 runs (England vs New Zealand, 01-Mar-63):*

Molin Cowdrey and Alan Smith’s unbeaten partnership of 163 runs exemplified the classic English grit and determination. 

Their resilience against New Zealand not only salvaged England from a precarious position but also demonstrated the enduring spirit of English cricket during that era.

5- JP Duminy, Dale Steyn – 180 runs (South Africa vs Australia, 26-Dec-08):

JP Duminy and Dale Steyn’s heroic partnership of 180 runs against Australia on December 26, 2008. Both known for their bowling prowess, Duminy and Steyn exhibited solid batting abilities, contributing significantly to South Africa’s total against Australia and showcasing the team’s depth.

4- Mahmudullah, Abul Hasan – 184 runs (Bangladesh vs West Indies, 21-Nov-12):

Mahmudullah and Abul Hasan’s remarkable 184-run stand against the West Indies on November 21, 2012, displayed Bangladesh’s growing prowess in Test cricket but also highlighted the team’s ability to fight back from challenging situations.

3- Asif Iqbal, Intikhab Alam – 190 runs (Pakistan vs England, 24-Aug-67):

The historic partnership between Asif Iqbal and Intikhab Alam in 1967 showcased the resilience of Pakistani cricketers.

Facing England, the duo displayed exemplary determination and skill, steering Pakistan to a substantial total. This partnership became a source of inspiration for future generations of Pakistani cricketers.

2- Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed – 191 runs (Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe, 07-Jul-21):

Mahmudullah and Taskin Ahmed’s partnership of 191 runs in 2021 was a testament to the rising stature of Bangladesh in international cricket. 

Their combined efforts not only thwarted the Zimbabwean bowling attack but also underlined the depth in Bangladesh’s batting lineup, with Mahmudullah leading from the front.

1- Mark Boucher, Pat Symcox – 195 runs (South Africa vs Pakistan, 14-Feb-98):

Mark Boucher and Pat Symcox’s remarkable partnership in 1998 was a defining moment in South African cricket history. 

Facing a formidable Pakistani bowling attack, the duo showcased resilience and skill, forging a partnership that not only rescued South Africa from a precarious situation but also set a new record for the highest 9th wicket stand in Test cricket.

This partnership will forever be etched in the memories of cricket enthusiasts as a shining example of how the lower order can play a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of a Test match.

List of the Highest 9th Wicket Partnerships in Test Cricket History

Sr. No.	Partners	Runs	Team	Opposition	Match Date
1	Mark Boucher, Pat Symcox	195	South Africa	v Pakistan	14-Feb-98
2	Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed	191	Bangladesh	v Zimbabwe	7-Jul-21
3	Asif Iqbal, Intikhab Alam	190	Pakistan	v England	24-Aug-67
4	Mahmudullah, Abul Hasan	184	Bangladesh	v West Indies	21-Nov-12
5	JP Duminy, Dale Steyn	180	South Africa	v Australia	26-Dec-08
6	Molin Cowdrey, Alan Smith	163*	England	v New Zealand	1-Mar-63
7	Clive Lloyd, Andy Roberts	161	West Indies	v India	10-Dec-83
8	Zaheer Abbas, Sarfraz Nawaz	161	Pakistan	v England	19-Mar-84
9	Syd Gregory, Jack Blackham	154	Australia	v England	14 Dec 1894
10	William Scotton, Walter Read	151	England	v Australia	11 Aug 1884
11	EAE Baptiste, MA Holding	150	West Indies	v England	14-Jun-84
12	PG Joshi, RB Desai	149	India	v Pakistan	2-Dec-60
13	Mohammad Wasim, Mushtaq Ahmed	147	Pakistan	v Zimbabwe	21-Mar-98
14	Younis Khan, Wasim Akram	145	Pakistan	v Sri Lanka	26-Feb-00
15	SM Gavaskar, SMH Kirmani	143*	India	v West Indies	24-Dec-83
16	MS Dhoni, B Kumar	140	India	v Australia	22-Feb-13
17	EL Dalton, ACB Langton	137	South Africa	v England	17-Aug-35
18	IDS Smith, MC Snedden	136	New Zealand	v India	22-Feb-90
19	SR Waugh, JN Gillespie	133	Australia	v India	11-Mar-01
20	SM Pollock, AA Donald	132	South Africa	v West Indies	29-Mar-01
21	SR Waugh, GF Lawson	130	Australia	v England	22-Jun-89
22	FE Woolley, AP Freeman	128	England	v Australia	19-Dec-24
23	Haroon Rasheed, Rashid Khan	127	Pakistan	v Sri Lanka	5-Mar-82
24	Yousuf Youhana, Saqlain Mushtaq	127	Pakistan	v England	15-Nov-00
25	DM de Silva, L Embuldeniya	124	Sri Lanka	v West Indies	29-Nov-21
26	MEK Hussey, PM Siddle	123	Australia	v Pakistan	3-Jan-10
27	DAJ Holford, JL Hendriks	122	West Indies	v Australia	24-Jan-69
28	DN Sardesai, EAS Prasanna	122	India	v West Indies	18-Feb-71
29	Saeed Anwar, Mushtaq Ahmed	120	Pakistan	v Australia	1-Oct-98
30	JV Coney, BL Cairns	118	New Zealand	v England	20-Jan-84
31	TT Samaraweera, BAW Mendis	118	Sri Lanka	v India	3-Aug-10
32	TE Bailey, DVP Wright	117	England	v New Zealand	17-Mar-51
33	RMH Binny, S Madan Lal	117	India	v West Indies	21-Oct-83
34	RE Foster, AE Relf	115	England	v Australia	11-Dec-03
35	DM Jones, MG Hughes	114	Australia	v West Indies	3-Feb-89
36	GAR Lock, PI Pocock	109	England	v West Indies	28-Mar-68
37	VD Philander, KA Maharaj	109	South Africa	v India	10-Oct-19
38	J Ryder, WAS Oldfield	108	Australia	v England	16-Jan-25
39	G Geary, GG Macaulay	108	England	v Australia	10-Jul-26
40	RJ Christiani, DS Atkinson	106	West Indies	v India	10-Nov-48
41	GP Swann, JM Anderson	106	England	v South Africa	16-Dec-09
42	SMH Kirmani, BS Bedi	105	India	v New Zealand	10-Nov-76
43	SMH Kirmani, NS Yadav	105	India	v New Zealand	13-Mar-81
44	WPUJC Vaas, KMDN Kulasekara	105	Sri Lanka	v England	11-May-06
45	Sohag Gazi, Robiul Islam	105	Bangladesh	v New Zealand	9-Oct-13
46	RW Marsh, JW Gleeson	104	Australia	v England	8-Jun-72
47	RJ Shastri, S Madan Lal	104	India	v England	23-Dec-81
48	RA Jadeja, Mohammed Shami	103*	India	v Sri Lanka	4-Mar-22
49	C White, MJ Hoggard	103	England	v India	8-Aug-02
50	MS Wade, BW Hilfenhaus	102	Australia	v West Indies	23-Apr-12
51	ST Jayasuriya, CRD Fernando	101	Sri Lanka	v Pakistan	20-Oct-04
52	Asad Shafiq, Zulfiqar Babar	101	Pakistan	v Sri Lanka	17-Jun-15
53	AEV Hartkopf, WAS Oldfield	100	Australia	v England	1-Jan-25
54	MHN Walker, MF Malone	100	Australia	v England	25-Aug-77
55	AN Cook, SCJ Broad	100	England	v Australia	26-Dec-17

Data Souce: ESPN Cricinfo