10 Best off spinners in international cricket

6. Saqlain Mushtaq (Pakistan):

Saqlain Mushtaq is the most innovative off spinner the cricketing world has ever seen. Initially coached by his elder brother, he pioneered the famous delivery “Doosra,” having learned it by playing on the rooftop of his home. He mastered the delivery to such an extent that it became very difficult for the batsmen to read him. Thus, becoming his main wicket taking delivery. His international career had a great start. Saqlain became the fastest bowler to reach 100 ODI wickets. He was as aggressive as a fast bowler and bowled at the death overs for Pakistan in ODIs. His Test record is also equally impressive. Mushtaq’s most famous performance came against arch-rivals India at Chennai in 1999 when his spell of 10 for 187 ensured Pakistan a famous victory. Saqlain played 49 Test matches for Pakistan during after making his debut in 1995 against Sri Lanka in Peshawar. He finished his career with 208 wickets at an average of 29.83 which included 13 five-wicket hauls and 3 ten-wicket hauls.