All-time ODI XI featuring 11 captains

8. Wasim Akram

Akram is another Pakistani great to make a cut in this happening line-up. From swinging the new ball both ways to nailing yorkers in the death overs, Akram had numerous weapons in his arsenal to trouble batsmen. Adding on that, the southpaw was also a handy batsman lower down the order.

However, there was another aspect of Akram’s game that puts him on this list, his leadership. As mentioned previously, Akram looked up to Imran Khan, and it seems like he also took some of his captaincy attributes. The speedster possessed a sharp mind, and he didn’t hesitate in making bold decisions.

Under him, Pakistan also advanced to the 1999 World Cup final, where they lost to eventual champions Australia. In total, the Men in Green won 66 out of 109 ODIs, with Akram having the charge. The talismanic bowler eventually bid farewell to international cricket after the 2003 World Cup.