Sanath Jayasuriya missed his double century 19 years ago
5) Steve Waugh (against West Indies at Bridgetown, 1999)
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Waugh could not lead Australia to victory in this game
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Aussie captain Steve Waugh won the toss and opted to bat. The brutal spell from Courtney Walsh and Curtly Ambrose left the visitors reeling at 36/3 but it was Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting who resurrected their innings and went on to score brilliant centuries.
Steve Waugh looked set for his 2nd double century but an attempted slog sweep on 199 hit him right in front and he was adjudged LBW. Though he was unable to score a double century but his innings propelled Australia to 490.
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Glenn McGrath took 4 wickets as the Windies were bowled out for 329 giving Australia a massive lead of 161 runs. Curtly Ambrose took 5 wickets and shook the Aussie top order in their 2nd innings as they were bundled out for a paltry 146.
Chasing a stiff target of 308, it was a brilliant match-winning century from Brian Lara that enabled West Indies to chase down the target with just one wicket to spare. It was one of the greatest Test matches ever.
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