The incident of players getting dismissed in the nineties, often referred to as “nervous nineties,” is a notable aspect of cricket history. This term describes the anxiety and pressure players experience when they are close to scoring a century but fail to convert it. Here’s a detailed overview of some of the players who have faced this predicament most frequently in Test cricket.
Most dismissals in 90s
- Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 10 times
Team India former Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for the most dismissals in the nineties in international cricket, having been dismissed 10 times while batting in test cricket in his illustrious career from 1989 to 20.
- Rahul Dravid (India) – 9 times
Known as “The Wall,” Dravid was dismissed in the 90s nine times, showcasing his consistency and skill over his career from 1996 to 2012.
- Michael Slater (Australia) – 9 times
Michael Slater, the former Australian cricketer, is notably recognized for being dismissed nine times in the nineties during his Test career, a phenomenon often referred to as the “nervous nineties.” Slater reached scores of 90 on several occasions, including being dismissed for 99, which adds to the narrative of his struggles with converting nineties into centuries.
- AB de Villiers (South-Africa) – 8 times
De Villiers, known for his innovative batting style, was dismissed in the nineties eight times throughout his career from 2004 to 2018.
- Steve Waugh (Australia) – 8 times
Waugh, a key figure in Australian cricket, experienced the disappointment of falling short of a century in the nineties eight times as well. Waugh’s dismissals occurred between scores of 90 and 99, with an additional two innings where he was not out in the nineties.
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The nervous nineties remain a poignant reminder of the pressures faced by cricketers at critical moments in their careers.
