Godfrey Evans was probably the greatest wicketkeeper the game has ever seen. There is no debates about wicketkeepers. Godfrey intensity and passion inspired other fielders, regardless of the situation of the game. However, he brought a level of technical perfection that has probably never been exceeded.
Between 1946 and 1959, Godfrey Evans played 91 Test matches for England, and many who saw him play frequently referred to him as the best wicket-keeper in history. As a result, his reputation as one of the greatest English wicketkeepers of all time is undeniable. Throughout 91 Test matches, he took 173 catches, 46 stumpings, and held wickets for bowlers such as Jim Laker, Alec Bedser, Maurice Tate, and Fred Trueman.
So, here are a details on the top 3 batting performances of Godfrey Evans in tests
104 vs West Indies – 1950
During the 1st Test match against West Indies in Manchester England won the toss and elected to bat first. In the first innings England posted a total of 312 runs as Godfrey Evans scored 104 runs in just 142 balls. He smashed 16 fours in his centuries. In second innings he scored only 15 runs. However, England won the match by 202 runs.
104 vs India – 1952
During 2nd Test match at Lords India won the toss and elected to bat first. Batting first India posted a total of 234 runs in reply England scored 537 runs as Godfrey scored 104 runs from 135 balls. He smashed 16 fours before getting out on 104. Later England won the match by 8 wickets.
82 vs West Indies – 1957
During England’s 2nd Test match against West Indies in which West Indies won the toss and elected to bat first. Batting first West Indies posted a total of 127 runs in reply England scored 424 runs as Colin Cowdrey scored 152 runs and Godfrey Evans scored 82 runs. Later England won the match by innings and 36 runs.