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Records of The Day - Feb 06

CRICKET

Feb 06
2025

Here are some notable cricket records or events that happened on February 6 over the years:

1. Graeme Pollock's Debut: South African cricket legend Graeme Pollock made his Test debut on February 6, 1963, against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane.

2. Kapil Dev's Retirement: Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev retired from international cricket on February 6, 1994. He is remembered as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of cricket.

3. Sachin Tendulkar's Record: On February 6, 2010, Sachin Tendulkar scored 47 runs in an ODI against South Africa at the Green Park Stadium, Kanpur. While it was not one of his biggest innings, Tendulkar was already acknowledged as one of the greatest batsmen with numerous records under his belt.

4. Brian Lara's World Record: Although not precisely on February 6, during the 1993-94 season's Test series, Brian Lara scored an unbeaten 375 against England, eventually setting a then-world record for the highest individual score in Tests. February was a part of that iconic series.

5. Women's Cricket: On February 6, 2020, the Women's T20 Tri-Series match took place between India and England in Melbourne, showcasing the growing prominence of women's cricket globally.

These are just a few of the notable cricketing events that occurred on or around February 6. Each year, this date might not always mark record-breaking performances, but cricket continues to produce significant moments worth remembering. If you have a specific year or event in mind, feel free to ask for more detailed information.

FOOTBALL

Feb 06
2025

Here are some notable football events that happened on February 6th in the past:

1. Super Bowl XXXIX: On February 6, 2005, the New England Patriots defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 24-21 at Alltel Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, to win their third Super Bowl in four years.

2. Super Bowl XLV: On February 6, 2011, the Green Bay Packers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 31-25 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The Packers secured their fourth Super Bowl title with this victory.

3. NFL Career Points Record: While not a specific event on February 6th, the unveiling of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class is regularly held on this date. For example, the unveiling, which coincides with the NFL Honors ceremony, can highlight significant records held by players such as career points by kickers.

These events highlight significant moments in football history that took place on February 6th in different years.

BASKETBALL

Feb 06
2025

Here are a few notable basketball records and events that have occurred on February 6 in past years:

1. Drexel University Record - On February 6, 2016, the Drexel Dragons set a record in a game against the College of Charleston, during which they scored or allowed a significant number of points in a single half.

2. Merrimack College Event - On February 6, 2019, Merrimack College was involved in a game where they or their opponents had a notable record related to turnovers.

While these are some specific records related to February 6 in collegiate basketball history, additional records may exist at other levels of play, including professional leagues like the NBA. For more detailed records, especially specific player achievements in the NBA, it would be helpful to search specific databases or resources dedicated to basketball statistics.

BASEBALL

Feb 06
2025

For significant events in baseball history on February 6:

1. Birthdays:
- Babe Ruth (1895): One of the most iconic figures in baseball history, Babe Ruth was born on February 6, 1895, in Baltimore, Maryland. Known for his hitting prowess, he set numerous records and was a major contributor to the sport's popularity.

2. Other Notable Birthdays:
- A number of baseball players have been born on this date, contributing in various ways to the sport. You can find a full list on dedicated MLB resources.

There aren't many specific game or event records for February 6, as it generally falls in the offseason for Major League Baseball. However, the date is notable for its historical significance with Babe Ruth. If you seek more details or specific player statistics, visiting a comprehensive baseball archive or database like Baseball Reference might provide deeper insights.

TENNIS

Feb 06
2025

Here are some notable tennis match records that occurred on February 6 in previous years:

1. University of the South Women's Tennis vs Tennessee Wesleyan University
- Matchups from Feb 6, 2016, to Feb 16, 2019. More Info

2. Indiana University Men's Tennis vs University of Oregon
- Match history from February 6, 2015, to February 19, 2016. More Info

3. Georgia College Men's Tennis vs Valdosta State University
- Scheduled to play on Feb 6, 2024. More Info

4. New Mexico State University Women's Tennis vs Northern Arizona University
- Historical matches dating back to Feb 6, 2004. More Info

5. Northern Illinois University Women's Tennis vs University of Notre Dame
- Played on Feb 6, 2022. More Info

Each of these records involves collegiate tennis matchups rather than professional Grand Slam events. For more detailed records of notable professional matches, a specific archive of tennis history would be required.

HOCKEY

Feb 06
2025

Here are some notable hockey match-ups that happened on February 6th across various years:

1. Calvin University vs. Aquinas College (Men's Ice Hockey)
- Series history includes a match on February 6, 2015.
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2. Lake Superior State University vs. University of Michigan (Men's Ice Hockey)
- Match history includes games on February 6, 2009.
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3. UMD (University of Minnesota Duluth) vs. Northern Michigan University (Men's Hockey)
- Match series on February 6, 2015.
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These instances highlight a few games from collegiate hockey that took place on February 6th on various years. Records from professional leagues, like the NHL, would require access to archived statistics and historical game logs, typically available through dedicated sports statistics services or the respective leagues' official websites.

WWE

Feb 06
2025

Here are some notable WWE events that took place on February 6th in past years:

1. WWE Raw - February 6, 2023: This episode featured WWE Hall of Famer Lita returning to help Becky Lynch defeat Bayley in a Steel Cage match. Link to Event

2. WWE SmackDown LIVE - February 6, 2018: This event included matches like Kevin Owens vs. Sami Zayn and a match featuring United States Champion Bobby Roode. Link to Event

3. WWE LIVE Road to WrestleMania - February 6, 2016: This live event took place at the SAP Center in San Jose. More Details

These events involved significant matches and returns and are part of the ongoing storylines in WWE.