32 Most popular nicknames in Cricket

13. Mark Waugh ‘Afghan’ –

Mark Waugh was known as Afghan because he was often the forgotten Waugh, since his brother Steve hogged most of the limelight during their playing days. Mark though, was a major contributor in Australia’s victories in the ninetees.

14. Glenn McGrath ‘Pigeon’ –

Glenn McGrath stayed a thin fast bowler throughout his career and was thus called Pigeon because of his body frame especially in the leg area.

15. Allan Donald ‘White Lightning’ –

The former South Africa fast bowler and now a much sought-after bowling coach was called White Lightning due to his sheer pace.