Eight for nothing

Ajit Wadekar, the former Indian captain, and Madhav Gothoskar, the former Indian umpire look back at some of their fond memories from India-England encounters

Unlike most suspense stories the surprise in the M.C.C

The victory shook India badly while it improved the image of England, the professional competence of whose players in the earlier matches had impressed everyone

At Calcutta, December 30, 31, January 1, 3, 4, 1973

India won by four wickets to take a 2--1 lead, which ultimately decided the series in their favour

At Kanpur ( Green Park), January 25, 27, 28, 29, 30

At Bombay ( Brabourne Stadium), February 6, 7, 8, 10, 11

At Lahore, March 2, 3, 4, 6, 7

At Hyderabad, March 16, 17, 18, 20, 21