Brian Lara Cricket 96 (April 1996) Game

Step onto the pitch with Brian Lara Cricket 96, the SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive classic that brought the thrill of cricket to your living room like never before! Named after the legendary West Indies batsman, this game wasn’t just another sports title—it was a fast-paced, arcade-style cricket experience that balanced simplicity with addictive gameplay. Whether you were smashing sixes in a quick exhibition match or diving into a full tournament, the intuitive controls made it easy to pick up but hard to put down.

What set Brian Lara Cricket 96 apart was its vibrant, colorful visuals and smooth animations—rare for cricket games of its time. The commentary snippets and crowd reactions added just enough flair to make every boundary feel epic. While later cricket games leaned into realism, this one kept things fun and frantic, perfect for couch multiplayer battles. If you’ve ever wanted to relive the ‘90s cricket hype (or discover it for the first time), this gem is a nostalgic home run—er, six!