Let's make this birthday one to remember.

46 years old (Born on May 03, 1979)

Happy Birthday, Phil Jaques! From your memorable Boxing Day Test debut against South Africa in 2005 to those fearless innings at the crease, you've always known how to open an innings—and a birthday cake—with style. Your solid batting and determination made bowlers scratch their heads more often than they’d like.

May your special day be filled with as much joy as you brought fans when scoring that brilliant maiden Test century against Bangladesh in 2006. Here's hoping this year brings you plenty of boundaries—both on and off the field—and fewer ducks (unless they're roasted for dinner). Cheers!