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Records of The Day - Jan 22

CRICKET

Jan 22
2025

Here are ten notable cricket records and moments from January 22nd over the years:

1. Tendulkar's Double Century (1999) - Sachin Tendulkar scored a masterful 204 against Australia in the first Test in Sydney.

2. Lara's Dominance (2004) - Brian Lara blasted 115 off 106 balls in an ODI against South Africa, leading West Indies to a thrilling win.

3. Sehwag's Aggression (2008) - In a Test match against Australia, Virender Sehwag scored a quickfire 151 off 236 balls at Adelaide, setting the tone for India.

4. Pakistan's Triumph (1989) - Pakistan reached their first-ever final in a major competition by defeating Australia in the last Benson & Hedges World Series match.

5. Dhoni's Captaincy Feat (2012) - MS Dhoni became the most successful Indian captain at home as India won the Test series against England.

6. West Indies' Comeback (2013) - West Indies defeated New Zealand in the second T20I to win the series, showcasing their T20 prowess.

7. Zimbabwe Upset (1997) - Zimbabwe achieved a rare ODI victory over England in the fifth match of the series in Harare.

8. Afridi's All-Round Show (2011) - Shahid Afridi scored 65 runs and took 5 wickets against Sri Lanka in an ODI, securing a win for Pakistan.

9. Rohit's Record Knock (2017) - Rohit Sharma hit his third ODI double century, scoring 208* against South Africa in Mumbai.

10. McGrath's Milestone (2007) - Glenn McGrath took his 381st and final ODI wicket, retiring as the leading fast bowler in ODIs at that time.

These highlights showcase the diverse range of performances and milestones that have occurred on this date.

FOOTBALL

Jan 22
2025

Here are ten notable football records from January 22nd across different years:

1. 1994 - Manchester United defeated Wimbledon 3-0 in the FA Cup, with Ryan Giggs scoring a memorable long-distance goal.

2. 2000 - Real Madrid's Raúl netted his 100th La Liga goal in a match against Deportivo La Coruña.

3. 2005 - Arsenal's 33-match unbeaten home run ended with a 0-1 loss to Manchester United, with Wayne Rooney scoring.

4. 2006 - Barcelona extended their club record to 18 consecutive La Liga victories by beating Alavés 2-0.

5. 2011 - Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal under manager Pep Guardiola in a win against Racing Santander.

6. 2013 - Cristiano Ronaldo was the first to score a hat-trick in La Liga at the Bernabéu that year against Getafe.

7. 2014 - Bayern Munich confirmed their league-leading defense by allowing their record-low deviation in shots on target.

8. 2017 - Liverpool suffered their first home loss in 15 games against Swansea City, who won 3-2.

9. 2019 - Kylian Mbappé became the youngest to reach 50 Ligue 1 goals in PSG's 9-0 thrashing of Guingamp.

10. 2021 - Ronaldo (Brazilian) celebrated the 25th anniversary of his Paraguayan pickup performance beating them with a brace at 17.

These moments highlight impressive individual achievements and team breakthroughs, illustrating the dynamic nature of football on this day across years.

BASKETBALL

Jan 22
2025

Here are some notable basketball records set on January 22:

1. Kobe Bryant's 81 Points (2006): Kobe delivered the second-highest single-game score in NBA history against the Toronto Raptors.

2. Wilt Chamberlain's 34 Rebounds (1960): Wilt dominated the glass, setting a remarkable rebounding record for the Philadelphia Warriors.

3. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's Scoring Milestone (1984): Kareem became the all-time leading scorer for the Milwaukee Bucks, surpassing Oscar Robertson.

4. LeBron James' 20,000 Points (2013): LeBron reached the 20,000-point mark faster than most, while playing for the Miami Heat.

5. First Televised NBA Game (1947): New York Knicks vs. Toronto Huskies, a historic broadcast milestone in professional basketball.

6. Jordan's Scoring Record (1987): Michael Jordan scored 58 points in a game, marking one of his many high-scoring performances.

7. Paul Silas' Double-Double (1975): Paul Silas grabbed 12 points and 20 rebounds, showcasing his prowess for the Boston Celtics.

8. Gary Payton's Career High (2000): Payton reached a career-high with 44 points in a game for the Seattle SuperSonics.

9. Allen Iverson's 46 Points (2003): Iverson lit up the scoreboard, proving his scoring ability for the Philadelphia 76ers.

10. Shaquille O'Neal's 61 Points, 23 Rebounds (2000): Shaq delivered a monstrous performance for the LA Lakers.

Each of these records highlights significant feats and moments in the history of basketball, illustrating the extraordinary efforts of individual players on that date.

BASEBALL

Jan 22
2025

Here are ten notable baseball records from various years set on January 22:

1. 1982: The Baseball Hall of Fame inducted Hank Aaron and Frank Robinson, marking a significant recognition for both legendary players.

2. 1969: Ted Williams was appointed manager of the Washington Senators, marking his first venture into managing a major league team.

3. 1979: Willie Mays was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, receiving almost unanimous support with 94.6% of the vote.

4. 1973: Warren Spahn, a remarkable pitcher with 363 wins, was elected to the Hall of Fame.

5. 1936: The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced its first class, including legends like Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth.

6. 1997: Tim Raines, an all-time great, joined the Yankees, enhancing their roster with his speed and experience.

7. 2001: The Los Angeles Dodgers traded Gary Sheffield to the Atlanta Braves, a move that stirred fanbase emotions.

8. 1987: Catfish Hunter was elected to the Hall of Fame, a testament to his outstanding pitching career.

9. 2001: Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver came up just shy of a unanimous induction, but secured a spot with 98.84% of votes.

10. 2009: The Chicago Cubs signed Milton Bradley, hoping his dynamic play would bolster their offense.

These records reflect significant events and player milestones that shaped the landscape of baseball over the years.

TENNIS

Jan 22
2025

Here are some notable tennis events and records from past January 22nds:

1. Australian Open Milestone (1982) - Johan Kriek wins the men's singles title, marking the first Australian Open victory for a South African player.

2. AO Comeback Queen (2001) - Martina Hingis stages a remarkable comeback against Serena Williams in the Australian Open quarter-final, winning after dropping the first set.

3. Legendary Match (2003) - Andre Agassi defeats Andy Roddick in a highly anticipated semi-final at the Australian Open, showcasing dominance with powerful groundstrokes.

4. Wozniacki's Run (2011) - Caroline Wozniacki reaches the semi-finals at the Australian Open, reinforcing her world No. 1 ranking at the time.

5. Majestic Federer (2007) - Roger Federer defeats Tommy Robredo without dropping a set on his way to securing his fourth Australian Open title.

6. Murray's Breakthrough (2013) - Andy Murray wins an epic five-setter against Roger Federer in the Australian Open semi-finals, cementing his place as a top contender.

7. Sharapova's Battle (2008) - Maria Sharapova advances to the finals after defeating Jelena Janković in a grueling match during the Australian Open.

8. Historic Victory (2022) - Ashleigh Barty becomes the first Australian woman in decades to reach the semi-finals, eventually winning the title, igniting national pride.

9. Nadal's Surge (2009) - Rafael Nadal showcases his relentless energy and physical prowess, advancing to the semi-finals of the Australian Open.

10. Young Star (2020) - Coco Gauff stuns the tennis world by defeating Naomi Osaka in the third round of the Australian Open, announcing her arrival on the big stage.

These moments highlight the variety and excitement of tennis commemorated around January 22nd over the years.

HOCKEY

Jan 22
2025

Here are notable hockey records and events from January 22 in history:

1. 2007 - Martin Brodeur became the first goalie to record 30 wins in 12 consecutive seasons.

2. 1984 - Wayne Gretzky set a record with his 11th shorthanded goal in a season.

3. 1994 - Mike Gartner became the first NHL player to score 30 goals in 15 consecutive seasons.

4. 1997 - Mario Lemieux scored his 600th career goal.

5. 1985 - Grant Fuhr set a record by winning his first 21 home games in a season.

6. 1983 - Bobby Clarke played his 1,000th NHL game with the Philadelphia Flyers.

7. 1989 - Guy Lafleur scored his 545th goal, setting a record for the Quebec Nordiques.

8. 1936 - Boston Bruins' Tiny Thompson was first to win 250 games.

9. 2004 - Brett Hull scored his 741st goal, surpassing Phil Esposito on the all-time list.

10. 1973 - Frank Mahovlich tallied his 1,000th NHL career point.

These moments mark some of the significant milestones and achievements in the history of hockey on January 22 across the years.

WWE

Jan 22
2025

January 22 has been a significant date in WWE history with several notable events and records. Here are ten memorable WWE moments and occurrences from January 22:

1. Royal Rumble 1989: Big John Studd won the second-ever Royal Rumble match, marking a major victory in his wrestling career.

2. Royal Rumble 1994: Bret Hart and Lex Luger both went over the top rope simultaneously, leading to a rare draw in the Royal Rumble match.

3. Royal Rumble 1995: Shawn Michaels became the first wrestler to win the Royal Rumble match after entering at number one, showcasing his endurance and skill.

4. Monday Night Raw 2001: Chris Jericho defeated Hardcore Holly to retain the Intercontinental Championship, solidifying his reputation as a fighting champion.

5. Royal Rumble 2006: Rey Mysterio entered the Royal Rumble match at number two and went on to win, setting a record for the longest time spent in a traditional 30-man Royal Rumble match at that time.

6. Royal Rumble 2017: Randy Orton claimed victory in the Royal Rumble, setting the stage for his WrestleMania 33 championship match.

7. Royal Rumble 2018: Shinsuke Nakamura won the Royal Rumble match and announced his challenge to AJ Styles for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania.

8. Royal Rumble 2018: Asuka won the first-ever women's Royal Rumble match, making history in WWE's continued evolution of women's wrestling.

9. Monday Night Raw 2018: Braun Strowman defeated Kalisto and Elias in a two-on-one handicap match during Raw’s 25th Anniversary Special.

10. NXT UK Episode 2020: WALTER successfully defended the NXT UK Championship against Joe Coffey, continuing his dominant reign over the brand.

Each of these instances highlights the significance of January 22 in WWE's rich tapestry of history.