The 1999 Kolkata Test between India and Pakistan saw Sachin Tendulkar controversially run out after colliding with Shoaib Akhtar. The decision led to riots at Eden Gardens, causing a significant delay. Despite appeals from Tendulkar and ICC president Jagmohan Dalmiya, Pakistan eventually won the match by 46 runs.
NEW DELHI: The 1999 Kolkata Test between India and Pakistan remains one of the most iconic—and controversial—matches in cricket history due to the controversial run-out of India’s hero Sachin Tendulkar involving Shoaib Akhtar.
The Test was initially scheduled to be the third and final match of the series between India and Pakistan. However, it was later designated as the opening match of the inaugural Asian Test Championship.