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Harbhajan Singh's Test Hat-Trick Against Australia:
Date: March 11, 2001. Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India. Opponent: Australia, one of the world's strongest cricket teams at the time. Historical Significance: This hat-trick marked a historic comeback by the Indian cricket team after being asked to follow-on. India went on to win the match, making it one of the greatest Test victories. Victims: Harbhajan dismissed Ricky Ponting, Adam Gilchrist, and Shane Warne in consecutive deliveries to achieve the hat-trick. Match Figures: Harbhajan finished the match with a total of 13 wickets. Turning Point: His hat-trick played a pivotal role in the dramatic turnaround of the match and the series. India came back from a 274-run deficit to win by 171 runs. Legacy: Harbhajan Singh's hat-trick remains one of the most iconic moments in Indian cricket history and solidified his status as one of India's greatest spin bowlers. |