Cricket is a sport that has been played for centuries and has produced some of the greatest athletes the world has ever seen. From Sir Donald Bradman to Sachin Tendulkar, the game has seen its fair share of exceptional players. In this article, we will be discussing the top 10 greatest cricketers of all time.
10. Adam Gilchrist: Considered one of the best wicket-keeper batsmen of all time, Adam Gilchrist revolutionized the role of the wicketkeeper in one-day cricket. His aggressive style of play and his ability to score runs quickly made him one of the most valuable players in the Australian team.
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Source: CricInfo, 4 December 2013
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9. Garfield Sobers: Widely considered to be one of the greatest all-rounders of all time, Garfield Sobers is the only player to have hit six sixes in an over in first-class cricket. His ability to score runs and take wickets made him one of the most valuable players of his time.
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Source: Cricinfo, 13 September 2007
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8. Wasim Akram: Considered one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time, Wasim Akram holds the world record for most wickets in ODI cricket. His ability to swing the ball both ways made him a nightmare for batsmen, and his performances in big matches were instrumental in Pakistan’s success.
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Source: CricInfo, 4 April 2012
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7. Shane Warne: Considered one of the greatest bowlers in the history of cricket, Shane Warne holds the record for most Test wickets by a leg spinner. His ability to outsmart batsmen with his googlies and flippers made him one of the most feared bowlers in the world.
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Source: ESPNcricinfo, 29 March 2008
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6. Shakib Al Hasan: One of the greatest all-rounders of all time. He is considered one of the greatest cricketers to come out of Bangladesh and one of the best all-rounders in the world. He is a left-handed batsman and a slow left-arm orthodox bowler. Shakib made his international debut in 2006 and has represented Bangladesh in all three formats of the game. He has also played for several domestic and international teams as a professional cricketer.
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5. Jack Hobbs: Considered to be one of the greatest opening batsmen in history, Jack Hobbs scored more than 61,000 runs in his career. He was known for his technical proficiency and his ability to score runs in any situation.
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Source: ESPNcricinfo, 10 March 2017
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4. Ricky Ponting: One of the most successful captains in cricket history, Ricky Ponting is also one of the best batsmen of his generation. He is the second-highest run-scorer for Australia in Test cricket and his leadership skills were instrumental in leading Australia to multiple world cup victories.
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Source: ESPNcricinfo, 11 July 2013
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3. Brian Lara: Widely considered to be one of the greatest batsmen of all time, Brian Lara holds the record for the highest individual score in a Test innings (400*). His ability to score runs in any situation made him one of the most feared batsmen in the world.
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Source: CricInfo, 4 February 2012
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2. Sachin Tendulkar: Widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket, Tendulkar holds several records, including the most Test and ODI runs and centuries. He is often referred to as the “God of Cricket” and is considered one of the greatest ambassadors of the sport.
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Source: ESPNcricinfo, 15 November 2013
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- Sir Donald Bradman:
Considered by many to be the greatest batsman of all time, Sir Donald Bradman’s Test batting average of 99.94 is a record that has yet to be broken. His performances on the field were nothing short of extraordinary, and he is widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time.
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Source: ESPNcricinfo, 4 December 2014
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In conclusion, these are the top 10 greatest cricketers of all time. These players have left an indelible mark on the game of cricket and will always be remembered for their exceptional performances on the field.