Chasing down a target in the fourth innings of a Test match is often the ultimate test of skill, resilience, and nerve. Whether it’s classic grit or modern-day flair, successful chases leave a lasting imprint on cricket history. From Sir Don Bradman’s Australians in 1948 to England’s daring Bazball-inspired charges, these moments reveal how teams rise under pressure and rewrite what’s possible on a cricket field.
Successful run chase in Headingley, Leeds
| Rank | Team | Target | Score | Overs | Run Rate | Opponent | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 404 | 404/3 | 114.1 | 3.53 | England | 1948 |
| 2 | England | 359 | 362/9 | 125.4 | 2.88 | Australia | 2019 |
| 3 | West Indies | 322 | 322/5 | 91.2 | 3.52 | England | 2017 |
| 4 | England | 315 | 315/4 | 73.2 | 4.29 | Australia | 2001 |
| 5 | England | 296 | 296/3 | 54.2 | 5.44 | New Zealand | 2022 |
| 6 | England | 251 | 254/7 | 50.0 | 5.08 | Australia | 2023 |
| 7 | England | 219 | 219/7 | 80.2 | 2.72 | Pakistan | 1982 |
| 8 | England | 184 | 186/5 | 52.4 | 3.53 | South Africa | 1929 |
| 9 | Pakistan | 180 | 180/7 | 50.4 | 3.55 | Australia | 2010 |
| 10 | West Indies | 128 | 131/2 | 32.3 | 4.03 | England | 1984 |
Highest run chase in Headingley
These run chases showcase extraordinary grit and skill under pressure in the fourth innings of a Test match. From Bradman’s Australians in 1948 to England’s fearless batting in recent years, each of these feats etched itself into cricketing lore. Notably, England features six times on the list—testament to their evolving aggression in modern-day Tests.
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