Ramiz Raja 44 off 77 Balls 3 Fours vs England 4th Match, Sharjah, April 07, 1987, Sharjah Cup

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Step back in time and witness one of Pakistan’s most elegant openers—Ramiz Raja—craft a solid innings of 44 runs off 77 balls against England in the 4th match of the Sharjah Cup, played on April 7, 1987. Partnering with Mudassar Nazar at the top of the order, Ramiz played with grace, timing, and composure, showcasing the textbook technique he was admired for. His innings included three beautiful boundaries and a range of classic strokes that defined his style in that golden era of cricket.  Though Pakistan couldn't clinch victory in this match, Ramiz Raja's fluent innings remains a cherished memory for cricket lovers and purists. Watch this rare footage to relive the elegance and class of 1980s cricket—when timing and footwork ruled over power-hitting. Perfect for fans of vintage cricket, Pakistan cricket history, and the legendary players who shaped the game.  🎬 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more classic cricket videos from the archives!  #RamizRaja #SharjahCup1987 #PakistanVsEngland #CricketHighlights #VintageCricket #ODILegends #RamizRajaBatting #CricketNostalgia #ClassicODI #SharjahCricket #PakistaniCricket #CricketHistory   Ramiz Raja Opening Brilliance vs England | 1987 ODI Classic | Cricket Nostalgia  I hope you like the video of Ramiz Raja 44 off 77 Balls, 3 Fours vs. England, 4th Match, Sharjah, April 07, 1987, Sharjah Cup.

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00:00In this video relive a classic inning from Ramesh Rajah during the fourth match of the

00:05Sharjah Cup played on April 7, 1987 against England.

00:09Opening the inning alongside Mudassar Nazar, Ramesh Rajah crafted a composed knock of 44

00:14runs of 77 deliveries, laced with three crisp boundaries, while his effort could not steer

00:20Pakistan to victory on that day. His fluent stroke play and solid technique at the top

00:25of the order were a treat for cricket lovers. A fine example of classical opening

00:29bestmanship from the 1980s era. Let's revisit Ramesh Rajah innings that still

00:35resonates with fans of elegant cricket. Watch and enjoy the highlights of Ramesh Rajah's performance.

00:59It's up in the air, but over the head of Embri.

01:15That's a great shot. It's up in the air and it's four runs.

01:28Beautifully hooked to two.

01:42Beautifully played. That's going to be four runs. The most delicate of glances.

01:46is just a faint and classic touch.

01:55The ball flashing away to the boundary line.

02:02It's a nice looking stroke, bisecting cover and extra.

02:05The ball flashing away to the fielder.

02:07The ball flashing away to the fielder.

02:09The ball flashing away to the fielder.

02:11And they are going to go for the third. There could be trouble here.

02:13Yes. Ramesh Rajah ran out.

02:16Slight bit of hesitation.

02:22And Pakistan have lost their third wicket.

02:26Ramesh out.

02:29Run out. Walking back to the pavilion.

02:31And there it is again. To describe it for you, Mishra.

02:36Fine stretch drive from on the back foot from Ramesh.

02:42And I think there was never three runs in them.

02:48Because Neil Foster picked the ball and turned and threw it straight away.

02:53And Javed Nyadath saw the ball a bit wide.

02:56He went for the third. Ramesh hesitated a bit.

02:59And I think he was struggling all the way to make the ground.

03:04And it was a very, very silly mistake on part of Javed Nyadath.

03:09Who shouldn't have really went for third.

03:12And this costed a wicket of Ramesh Rajah who's been playing so well.

03:16Ramesh Rajah, one of the Pakistan's most stylish and technically sound opening best man,

03:22had a significant impact on the country's one-day international cricket during his career,

03:27which spanned from 1985 to 1997. A right-handed best man known for his elegant stroke play

03:34and calm demeanor at the crease. Ramesh Rajah featured in 198 ODIs for Pakistan,

03:40scoring 5,841 runs at an average of 32.09. He registered nine centuries and 31 half centuries

03:49in his ODI career. With a high score of 190 nut outs, he faced a total of 9,226 deliveries in ODIs

03:58and maintained a strike rate of 63.31, which reflected the nature of ODI cricket in that era.

04:04Built around patience, accumulation, and classical short selection rather than brute force, Ramesh Rajah

04:11was particularly effective during ICC tournaments and played a vital role in Pakistan's famous 1992

04:18World Cup victory, where he scored 349 runs in eight matches, including a brilliant century against

04:25New Zealand. His World Cup performances overall were impressive, accumulating 700 runs in 16 matches

04:32at an average of 53.84, including three centuries, showcasing his temperament and skill on the big stage.

04:39Although he was not known for his bowling and balled just one hour in his entire ODI career,

04:46without taking a wicket, he was a reliable presence in the field, taking 33 catches.

04:51Ramesh Rajah's role as an opener was pivotal during a transformative time for Pakistan cricket,

04:58and his consistency company under pressure. An ability to anchor the innings made him a mainstay

05:04at the top of the order. Beyond the numbers, what set him apart was his textbook technique and timing,

05:11which earned him respect not just in Pakistan but globally among cricket fans. His contribution laid

05:17the foundation for many of Pakistan's ODI triumphs in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and he remains one

05:25of the country's most admired cricketer from that golden generation. If you liked this video,

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