38 Cricketers who are the prides of their nations

25 – Everton Weekes

Along with Frank Worrell and Clyde Walcott, he formed what was known as “The Three Ws” of West Indian cricket.Weekes had a classic batting style, possessed a variety of shots on both sides of the wicket, and is considered one of the hardest hitters in cricket history. His 5 consecutive Test centuries in 1948 is still a record to be broken. In 1995 Weekes was made a Knight of the Order of St Michael and St George (KCMG) for his services to cricket.

26 – Rahul Dravid

The silent assassin, the wall – Rahul Dravid is unarguably one of the best test cricketers of all time. The sheer class this cricketer possesses makes the fans’ jaws drop in admiration. The huge experience and the plethora of records he has piled up really do the talking. His contribution to the game was rewarded with Padma Bhushan in 2012 – the 3^rd highest civilian honour of India. His new role of the Indian U-19 team coach will see him injecting his experience and class into the younger generation.

27 – Glenn McGrath

One of the greatest cricketers in the history of the game, this Australian bowler is best known for his calm and composed nature and his discipline. He was a leading contributor to Australia’s domination of world cricket from mid-90s to the early 21^st century. McGrath’s consistency and accuracy were what made him one of the most economical and dangerous fast bowlers. McGrath was named a Member of the Order of Australia in 2008 for “service to cricket as a player”, and along with his wife for “service to the community through the establishment of the McGrath Foundation.