Elite League - The Best Cricketers Ever From Each Nation

Elite League – The Best Cricketers Ever From Each Nation: Cricket has seen a lot of wonderful, stellar athletes that have graced the game over the year’s right from its foundation. Each cricket playing country has produced its own share of top class players who have inscribed their names deeper into the history books of the gentleman’s game. We at CricTracker have attempted to pick the single best player that every country has ever produced. Take a look: Take a look at the Elite League – The Best Cricketers Ever From Each Nation: 1. India – Sachin Tendulkar: Sachin Tendulkar (© Getty Images) India has consistently produced top class players right from its embryonic stage. Elite players like Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni, Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly have been wonderful ambassadors of the game. But Sachin Tendulkar, the master blaster is a cut above the rest and is unquestionably the best and the peerless production of India. With a technique very close to perfection and with unparalleled temperament, Tendulkar had to carry the hopes and expectations of a billion plus people in virtually every international game that he played. But Tendulkar is not the one to wilt under such pressure, with his persistent unflagging effort Tendulkar gratified not only the hopes of his fans but also his own dream of becoming a cricketer par excellence. Tendulkar is right at the top of the tree in most batting charts and that is a manifestation of how dexterous he is with a bat wielded between his palms. He has a hundred of international hundreds,a record which could probably stay untouched forever and also has the most half-centuries and most runs than anyone else. 2. Australia – Sir Don Bradman: Sir Don Bradman. (© Allsport Hulton/Archive via Getty Images) The Don is regarded by many pundits as the single greatest player ever to play the sport of cricket. Averaging an eye-popping 99.94 with the bat, the Don has managed to entrance spectators and captivate their hearts while on the pitch and also even years after his retirement and death. World cricket probably may never see another batsman of Don’s virtuosity and expertise with the bat. Though Australia have produced other stellar players like Ricky Ponting, Allan Border, etc, Sir Don was literally the one who took the game of cricket to a whole new level and made it more popular among places where cricket was relatively an unknown entity. He came, he saw, he conquered. 3. Pakistan – Imran Khan: LAHORE, PAKISTAN – OCTOBER 26: Imran Khan poses during the 2nd Test Pakistan v India Lahore 1978-79 on October 26, 1978 in Lahore,Pakistan. (Photo by Patrick Eagar/Patrick Eagar Collection via Getty Images) Undoubtedly the greatest cricketing servant of Pakistan, Imran Khan is one of the most iconic all rounders that the game of cricket has seen. It is not any exaggeration to say that he was the one who popularized cricket in the continent of Asia. The well built, handsome looking and supremely talented Imran Khan won many hearts when his team lifted the 1992 world cup. He was also known for his dynamic captaincy and led Pakistan to their first series win in England in 1987 taking an astounding 10 for 77. Not many in world cricket can emulate Imran Khan’s prowess both with the bat and ball as consistently and as domineering as him. The legendary player in many ways is a gift to world cricket. Other legends from Pakistan include Inzamam Ul Haq, Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis. 4. New Zealand – Stephen Fleming: New Zealand former captain Stephen Fleming. (Photo by Santosh Harhare/Hindustan Times via Getty Images) One of the most successful captains of all time and the most versatile player from New Zealand, Stephen Fleming will unquestionably go down in history as one of the most hard working players. With his steely resolve and zeal he has led New Zealand cricket to great heights. With the bat too he is one of New Zealand’s most dependable players with a conventional styled batting technique and with a temperament that many would envy. He has played over 111 tests and averages 40 with the bat. That speaks volumes of how inestimable he has been for his side with his flair with the bat. 5. South Africa – AB de Villiers: Ab de Villiers. (© Getty Images) Has the record for the fastest hundred in ODIs, averages over 50 in both the formats, AB de Villiers is arguably South Africa’s greatest ever cricketer. While many in the modern era dread the prospect of facing Dale Steyn, ABD famous reverse swept him for a six in an IPL game that still stays afresh in the hearts of devout Abd fans. He is an inimitable blend who can play top notch cricket in all three forms of the game. The South African Captain despite his prowess and credentials hasn’t won an ICC tournament yet. That is something the South African legend will be eyeing in the future. Nicknamed Mr.360, ABD is well renowned for his unorthodox, outrageous shots emanating from his willow. 6. Bangladesh – Shakib Al Hasan: Shakib Al Hasan. (Photo Source: AFP) Averaging nearly 40 with the bat in tests and with nearly 350 international wickets, Shakib is indubitably one of the better all-rounders in the modern game. And what’s more a solid proof than the rankings per se to support the claim. Shakib created history by topping the ranking charts as the no.1 all rounder in all three forms of the game. A clever left-arm spinner and a reliable player with the bat, Shakib is without a doubt Bangladesh’s best ever cricket production. He also became the first batsman from Bangladesh to score five hundreds, despite mostly batting at No.5. The Bangladeshi legend sure is a huge source of inspiration for thousands of Bangladeshi fans all over the world. 7. England – Graham Gooch: Graham Gooch. (Photo Source: PA Photos) One of the most prolific run scorers and arguably the top batsman of his generation Graham Gooch has 67,057 runs across first class game and limited overs game. Gooch is the second highest Test run scorer for England. He played in the era of the West Indian domination in cricket but notwithstanding that he has a commendable batting average of over 40 against the West Indies. After 118 Tests, aged forty-two, he retired into coaching and as team selector, before becoming a commentator. In 2009 he was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame. He has the distinction of having scored the most number of runs at the Mecca of cricket, Lord’s. 8. West Indies – Sir Viv Richards: Sir Viv Richards. (Photo Source: Getty Images) Earlier when batting was done with more of a conservative approach, Sir Viv was the one who broke the shackles and unleashed a relatively new aggressive brand of cricket. A destructive batting with monstrous talent, Sir Viv Richards when in his groove can be a nightmare for even the best of bowlers. He hit 84 sixes in test cricket, a rather prodigious stat, that bears witness to his unprecedented aggressive brand of cricket. Richards was judged by Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack to have played the best ODI innings of all time. Despite being a limited overs specialist Richards averages over 50 in tests as well. 9. Sri Lanka – Kumar Sangakkara: Kumar Sangakkara. (Photo Source: AFP) One of the most technically sound and classy players from Sri Lanka, Kumar Sangakkara has been an honorable ambassador of the gentleman’s game for a long time. He is the top run scorer for Sri Lanka in internationals followed by Jayawardene. Sanga has a huge fan following in his country owing to his sincere and laudable service. He has 63 centuries in his international career. Sangakkara is hailed for his unmatched cricketing brain and his sheer presence on the pitch with the bat can unnerve any bowler. His tendency to occupy the crease for longer periods in test cricket is good enough to frustrate a lot of bowlers. 10. Zimbabwe – Andy Flower: Andy Flower Zimbabawe. (© Getty Images) A top batsman in both the forms of the game, Andy Flower was a lone, valiant fighter and saviour for his side on many occasions. Averaging over 50 in tests, Andy Flower’s game was never dependent on the surface and conditions, as he was a class player capable enough to handle any bowler in any conditions with a cricket bat in his hands. His cool, calm head and virtuous batting were responsible for many famous wins that his side racked up during his time. He has played over 200 ODIs and has a batting average of 35. Known to possess one of the sharpest cricketing brains, Flower also had a stint with England as its head years after his retirement from the game.

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