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Top 10 ICC World Cup Cricket Venues in the World

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The ICC Cricket World Cup is the most prestigious one day cricket tournament in the world. The cricket tournament is regarded as the “Flagship event of International cricket calendar” by ICC. The ICC World Cup is world’s third most viewed sports competition after FIFA World Cup and the Olympic games. The men’s ICC world cup cricket tournament was first inaugurated in England in June 1975.

However, it was a matter of fact that Women’s cricket world cup had been held in 1973, two years before the first ICC world cup cricket! England was the host country for the first three ICC cricket world cup consecutively from 1975 to 1983. During that period Lord’s was used as the centerpiece for the world cup cricket venues.

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Since the very beginning of the first ICC cricket world cup, cricket fans have already seen many world cup cricket venues. All these grounds were used as the venue of this spectacular event of cricket in universe. Many cricket grounds have become famous after hosting the matches of ICC cricket world cup. But still, there are many more world cup cricket venues are on their way to establish themselves as one of the best cricket stadiums in the world.

Today, Sporty Ghost will bring to you the list of top 10 ICC world cup cricket venues in the world.

Top 10 ICC world cup cricket venues in the world:

10. Edgbaston cricket ground, England

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Edgbaston cricket ground is commonly known as the “County Ground”. This cricket ground is the homesoil for Warwickshire county cricket club. It is the second largest cricket ground in England. The stadium is located in Edgbaston area, Birmingham. Edgbaston cricket ground was constructed in 1882 and has the capacity for 25,000 spectators to watch the game.

The first test match in this cricket ground was the Ashes. It was against England and Australia and the match was held back in 1902. Edgbaston cricket ground has the honor to host several matches of international T20 from 2010 to 2012 and three matches of ICC cricket world cup in 1999. During the period of 1975-1983, this cricket stadium hosted several matches in the ICC cricket world cup.

The Edgbaston cricket ground is considered as one of the best ICC world cup cricket venues in the world.

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9. WACA cricket ground, Australia

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The WACA ground is named after “Western Australia Cricket Association” and it is operated by them. This cricket ground has been the home to western Australian cricket since the early 1890s. The WACA ground is located in Perth, Western Australia. This cricket stadium has a seating capacity of about 24,500 viewers. It is the home ground for the Australia’s first class cricket team, the Perth Scorchers, the Western Warriors and a women’s cricket team named the Western Fury.

The WACA is possessed the bounciest and the quickest pitch in the world cricket with an exceptionally fast outfield. In 1992 ICC world cup, this stadium hosted three matches. Not only that, this ground hosted several exciting international matches throughout its 120 year history. Most surprisingly, not only cricket, the stadium also hosted matches of Australian Rules football, rugby union matches and international rules football matches.

WACA ground is indeed one of the most influential world cup cricket venues in the cricket world. The ground holds No. 9 position in our list of top 10 ICC world cup cricket venues in the world.

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8. Kensington Oval, West Indies

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The Kensington Oval is regarded as “The Mecca” for all the cricketers as well as the cricket fans. It has a glorious history of cricket of over 120 years, just like WACA in Western Australia. The ground has witnessed several exciting and important matches throughout its history. Kensington Oval is located in the capital city Bridgetown on the island of Barbados.

The stadium can accommodate over 32,000 spectators. It is one of the oldest among all other world cup cricket venues as the stadium was constructed in 1882. Currently it is operated by Kensington Oval Management Inc. The cricket ground was widely renovated with an estimated $45 million for the purpose of 2007 ICC world cup. During 2007 ICC world cup, the Kensington Oval hosted several matches including the final between Sri Lanka and Australia. Likewise Australian WACA, the stadium also hosts matches of Barbados national football team and Miss Barbados pageants contest.

The West Indian cricket was flourished in Kensington Oval for many years. It possesses equal importance among other world cup cricket venues. So, it is quite natural that we put it in our top 10 list of ICC world cup cricket venues in the world.

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7. Wankhede Cricket Stadium, India

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Wankhede cricket stadium is one of the spectacular world cup cricket venues in India. The stadium is located in Mumbai. The cricket God Sachin Tendulkar’s final match in his international career was witnessed by this ground. It was constructed in 1974 and has the seating capacity of around 45,000 viewers. For 2011 ICC world cup, the stadium was largely renovated. Currently the stadium can accommodate 33,482 viewers to watch the game. Wankhede stadium was designed by Shashi Prabhu and his associates and was built by B.E Billimoria and Company.

This cricket ground is currently operated by Mumbai Cricket Association. It is the home ground for Mumbai Indians and Mumbai Cricket team. Both in 1996 and 2011 ICC world cup, the ground hosted several matches including the Finals between India and Sri Lanka in 2011 ICC world cup. The ground witnessed India’s win over Sri Lanka by 6 wickets in 2011 ICC world cup. So, indeed for the Indian Cricketers and for the whole India, Wankhede Stadium bears special significance among other world cup cricket venues in India.

Wankhede cricket stadium is in the No. 7 position in our list of top 10 world cup cricket venues in the world.

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6. Wanderers stadium, South Africa

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The Wanderers stadium was nicknamed “The Bullring” because of its spectacular design. The Wanderers stadium was constructed in 1956 replacing the old Wanderers. It is located in Johannesburg, Gauteng Province, South Africa. Wanderers stadium holds the capacity to accommodate over 34,000. In 1991, the stadium was renovated and in 1996, five new 65 meter high floodlight were installed around this ground.

The stadium acted as the centerpiece for 2003 ICC cricket world cup and has the glory to host the final in that tournament between India and Australia. It also hosted several matches in international T20 cricket including the final of 2007 ICC world cup T20. Several matches of 2009 ICC Champions trophy and 2009 IPL were held in this ground too.

Wanderers stadium in South Africa holds the No. 6 position in our list of top 10 world cup cricket venues of the world.

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5. The Oval, England

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The Oval is located in Kennington, South London. The stadium is often referred as “the Kia Oval” due to commercial sponsorship. Since its construction in 1845, it has been the home for Surrey County Cricket Club. The oval has a seating capacity of 23,500 spectators. This cricket ground has hosted several matches of 1975, 1979, 1983 and 1999 ICC world cup and also hosted five important matches in 2004 ICC champions trophy.

The oval was used for various other sports beside cricket. Sports like rugby and soccer also were held in this ground. The Oval was famous for hosting first FA cup final in 1872. The stadium was renovated in 2002, while permanent floodlights were installed around the ground in 2009.

The Oval is in the 5th place in our list of top 10 world cup cricket venues and obviously among other world cup cricket venues, the Oval is quite a special one.

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4. Gaddafi stadium, Pakistan

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Gaddafi stadium is originally known as the Lahore stadium. It is the largest cricket stadium in Pakistan and 7th largest among all the world cup cricket venues. The stadium is located in Lahore, Pakistan and was designed by Naserddin Murat-khan. The ground was built by Miah Abdul Khaliq’s construction company in 1959. The Lahore stadium was renamed in honor of former Libyan Leader Colonel Muammar Gaddafi in 1974.

The Gaddafi stadium was redeveloped in 1995 by the architect Nayyar Ali Dada. The stadium holds the huge capacity of 62,250. Acting as a centerpiece of 1996 ICC cricket world cup, Gaddafi stadium hosted the final match between Srilanka and Australia. It remains as the headquarters of Pakistan Cricket Board. Besides arranging cricket, the stadium also hosted 1990 hockey world cup final.

Gaddafi stadium, Lahore is one of the best world cup cricket venues in this list.

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3. Eden Gardens, India

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Eden Gardens is located in Kolkata, India and has a enormous seating capacity of 66,000. By the seating capacity, it is the second largest cricket stadium in India and the fifth largest cricket ground in the world. The stadium is regarded as the” Cricket’s answer to the Colosseum” for its attachment with cricket. In 1987 ICC world cup cricket, it was remained as the centerpiece.

Eden Gardens hosted the finals between Australia and England in that tournament. It was also the hosting ground for several matches of 1996 and 2011 ICC world cup and also involved in 1978 and 1997 women’s cricket world cup. It is the home soil of IPL T20 team Kolkata Knight Riders and Bengal cricket team.

Eden Gardens is a very significant ground in the cricket world. The ground is placed in No. 3 position in our list of top 10 world cup cricket venues.

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2. Melbourne cricket ground, Australia

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Melbourne cricket ground, MCG is located in Yarra Park, Melboure, Australia. It is the largest cricket stadium in the world and the 11th largest stadium among all kinds of stadiums in the world. The stadium has the tallest floodlights at any sporting venues. The stadium has the capacity to accommodate 100, 024 spectators.

MCG is referred as the “spiritual home of Australian sports”. In 1992 ICC world cup, it was the centerpiece among other world cup cricket venues. The final match between Pakistan and England was held in this ground. MCG was constructed in 1853. Besides cricket, the ground is famous for hosting the 1956 summer Olympics, the 2006 Commonwealth games and regularly hosts the matches of Australian Football League and Gaelic Athletic Association.

Melbourne cricket ground was enlisted as the Australian National Heritage on 26 December 2005.The ground is one of the top rated world cup cricket venues in the world.

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1. Lord’s cricket ground, England

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Lord’s cricket ground was named after founder former professional cricketer of late 1700s Thomas Lord. It was the home of International Cricket Council (ICC) until 2005 and now it is used as the home ground for European Cricket Council, the England and Wales Cricket board.

Lord’s was established in 1814 and was renovated in2013 with a cost of around £200 million. It is located in St John’s Wood, London and currently the stadium is owned by Marylebone Cricket Club. It is not such a largest stadium like Eden or MCG with the capacity of 28,000. The stadium is famous for hosting four ICC world cup finals in history.

The Lord’s has possessed some majestic history in world cricket. In our list of top 10 world cup cricket venues, Lord’s is in the No. 1 position.

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ICC Cricket world cup statistics and History

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The Cricket World Cup is a One Day International (ODI) cricket competition for men. By the International Cricket Council (ICC) organized the tournament is held every four years since its first edition in 1975 in England. The number of teams and the number of parties have been on the rise, despite the ICC declared his interest in reducing the size, after criticizing the World Cup of 2007.

ICC Cricket World Cup 2015

In 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup in Australia again gives cricket fans the opportunity to not only see the sport they love, but also to explore Australia. The tournament will begin February 14, 2015, with the first game was held in Melbourne.

Australia hold 26 of the 49 games in stadiums in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Perth and Sydney, with the finale on March 29 in Melbourne Cricket Ground instead Between games, the fans the opportunity to explore what they have available for each this spectacular cities, including beautiful beaches of Sydney, roof delicious restaurants in Melbourne and award-winning wineries in Adelaide.

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The ICC organized the game after every four years. The Cricket World Cup one of the largest international sports tournaments in the world, playing with 14 participating teams in 14 locations across Australia and New Zealand, competing for the winning goal against more than one billion people will be crowned should observe on television.

Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar has a table of each record in the World Cup. One of the famous Cricketers of the Year in 1997 and cricketer most famous in the world and he is Tendulkar, who has made more than fifty points in his carrier. Australians Glenn McGrath dominates individual cones records, after four World Championships. His country took more land to rate better economy than any other pitcher and has the best bowling figures of the individual in the history of the tournament.

Into two groups of seven teams split the teams will be in a format that everyone competes against each other. The top four teams from each group will advance to the next phase of the knockout tournament quarterfinals, semifinals and finals. Tickets on sale worldwide from 14 February 2014 to have fast and the chance to see missed their favorite team fight.

Marketing Director Nick Baker of Tourism Australia said co-hosting the tournament would be a great boost for tourism in Australia to play 26 games in seven Australian cities over a long period of six weeks. Most of the sporting events like this size and scale took place in Australia usually attract a large number of fans who not only attended many games, but also to enjoy a stay between the parties.

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2011 and 2007 ICC Cricket World Cup Statistics

2007 and 2011 World Cup competition was memorable among the fans of cricket because like any other world cup competition, these two session also comes with a lot of records and much more. The 2007 last, held at the Kensington Oval in Barbados, was diminished to 38 overs a side after a two-hour downpour delay.

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Australia’s Gilchrist hit the speediest century in a World Cup last at a strike rate of in excess of 143 and his opening stand with Hayden turned into the biggest first-wicket association in World Cup history. Australia finished on 281/4, a normal of 7.39 runs every over.

In answer, Jayasuriya as well as Kumar Sangakkara amassed 116 runs for the second wicket, yet with Chamara Silva the main other batsman to score in excess of 20, Sri Lanka ceded. Regardless of a modified focus, because of a further rain break, ascertained utilizing the Duckworth strategy, Sri Lanka scored 215–8 from their distributed overs. With a 53-run triumph, Australia won their third continuous World Cup.

Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka co-facilitated the 2011 competition, with the recent pair meeting in the last in the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Scoring 91 runs in their last 10 overs Sri Lanka’s innings finished on 274/6, Mahela Jayawardene top-scoring with an unbeaten 103. Sehwag was out leg before wicket to Lasith Malinga in the second bundle of the Indian innings, Tendulkar soon tailed him, yet 97 from Gautam Gambhir and an unbeaten 91 from MS Dhoni saw India home with 10 balls just to spare.

This is the second time that Australia and New Zealand together the prestigious event, with the combination of these two countries in 1992. Held and won the first match of the Cricket World Cup in England in 1975, India Westerners. The most recent event took place in 2011 and was from India, who won the tournament with Bangladesh and Sri Lanka hosts.

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Records of ICC World Cup Cricket

World cup is the event of records. If you start to count down from the first world cup final game to now, you will get the list of thousands of records. One of the memorable record was in the 1999 Cricket World Cup semi-finals, in which a run out in the last over with standout run obliged anticipated South Africa propelling to the last rather than Australia and advanced on their higher net run rate.

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It was the second tied match, in the 2003 Cricket World Cup in South Africa, when Duckworth technique brought on a South African misfortune against Sri Lanka. The onset of downpour, the South African batsmen attained the score they accepted was obliged to win the match and afterward shut out the last chunk of the over to abstain from losing wickets, notwithstanding, the score they accepted demonstrated a win really showed the score needed to tie the match. This tie implied South Africa couldn’t development to the Super Sixes stage.

And the third tie happened in a gathering match in the middle of Ireland and Zimbabwe at Kingston in the 2007 World Cup. The fourth tie happened in a gathering match in the middle of India and England at Bangalore in the 2011 Cricket World Cup.

In 2007, South Africa scored 353/3 in a downpour abbreviated match against the Netherlands. Their exertion originated from an abbreviated session of 40 overs, a run rate of 8.83 runs every over.

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The most astounding group add up to in a World Cup occurred in the nineteenth match of the 2007 World Cup cricket, when one of the most popular teams India scored 413 runs against other popular team Bermuda having lost to Bangladesh in their first match, India expected to win and their batsmen reacted, likewise the record for most sixes in one matches.

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The Best of Sachin Tendulkar Centuries in history

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Sachin Tendulkar is an Indian cricketer and captain retired. It will be difficult to find a man who has no idea about Sachin Tendulkar centuries. Almost all day people talk about Sachin Tendulkar centuries. Sachin Tendulkar is recognized as the best batsman of his generation, he achieve the highest scorer in international cricket. Tendulkar has scored in Test matches centuries (100 points or more) and match One Day International (ODI), organized by the International Cricket Council. Sachin Tendulkar has total of 51 centuries in Test matches and ODIs are 49 world records for the highest number of centuries by a drummer.

Sachin Tendulkar centuries are very glorious. He was the first and only cricketer to score 100 international centuries, when it was 114 against Bangladesh in March 2012. Tendulkar made his long-cherished dream when India won the World Cup in April 2011.

Best Records of Sachin Tendulkar Centuries

When in 1989 his international debut to reach his first century against England at Old Trafford, Manchester in 1990 to Tendulkar; the run was 119. In test matches Tendulkar centuries against all Test cricket playing nations and is the second batsman to score 150 against each of them. Sachin Tendulkar centuries of test cricket also countless.

He gets century which has at least one of all test cricket playing nations except Zimbabwe. In October 2010 Tendulkar was cross the famous cricketer Brian Lara’s record of 19,150 or more points for beating his 20 against Australia in Bangalore. He did his best result in 2004 when he 248 against Bangladesh at Bangabandhu National Stadium not, Dhaka. That is also one of the Sachin Tendulkar centuries.

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Tendulkar has scored six double centuries and remained unbeaten on 15 occasions. Sachin Tendulkar get 30 different centuries against different countries, with 27 of them were in locations outside of India. Tendulkar was go to the pavilion nine times between 90 and 99. It dismissed scores, the only cricketer to receive the Rajiv Khel Ratna, the highest in India honor .Despite sports all the successes, Sachin has never scored a century tests in the Lord, the only important where he scored 100 average life of Sachin such tests to 53, while the average for ODI ended at 44.83.

There are many other Sachin Tendulkar centuries, however above mentioned Sachin Tendulkar centuries will never be forgotten.

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Close to Century Records of Sachin Tendulkar

While Tendulkar made his ODI debut in 1989, it was not until 1994 – after playing 79 games – he is the first centurion man who made instead of 110 against Australia in the third game of the World Series, at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. It was one of the memorable Sachin Tendulkar centuries. At this point, he had met seven hundred tests.

In ODIs Tendulkar has scored centuries against 11 several teams. He has achieved centuries against all nations who play cricket. He was the first batsman to make a double century in ODIs, who scored against South Africa at the Captain Roop Singh Stadium, Gwalior in 2010 points he scored 19 ODI century in India, compared with 30 in the distance or neutral websites.

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The luggage duty switch seven of these centuries in the achieved Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium. He was sacked 18 times score between 90 and 99 and 17 times the score 80-89. All these are Sachin Tendulkar centuries. His passion for the game not only highest scorer, but also gives him the opportunity to get the credit of one of the best cricketers in the world. Every time he achieves the most valuable score for his team and get the glory of win for his team India.

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Sachin Tendulkar – The Lone Warrior of India

By the coming of the twentieth century, viewing Tendulkar as India’s solitary warrior, organizing courageous battles and convey the trusts of a billion hearts was cricket’s most terrific display. This super sportsman just not only make Sachin Tendulkar centuries, but also win the heart of the people with the Sachin Tendulkar centuries.

Time after time, his accomplishments would be let around absence of backing from colleagues. Yet, his capacity to keep on living to battle an alternate day, shoulder accuse unjustifiably and dependably dig into positives, rises above Tendulkar past a cricketing symbol to a good example and a prized fortune for the regularly discolored picture of the game. Tendulkar went ahead to be the amusement’s heading run-getter, half-centurion and centurion in the two most noticeable types of the diversion. These Sachin Tendulkar centuries were really noticeable.

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He did not have the best of begins in worldwide cricket – a duck on ODI presentation and an unflattering 15 in his lady Test inning against Pakistan as a 16-year-old is one of the popular Sachin Tendulkar centuries. It underlines the old maxim of state of mind over ability reminding everybody that even legends need to battle to discover their feet. He did become wildly successful, one little venture at once.

To begin with supplanting Sanjay Manjrekar as India’s most considerable batsman of the time and after that turning into the main contender to Sunil Gavaskar‘s stature in Indian batting history. At long last, even the incredible Sir Don Bradman drew parallels in the middle of himself and Tendulkar.

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In the middle of, captaincy approached him on a couple of events, yet it was one thing he wasn’t removed for. He generally delighted in and all the more critically, arranged before-hand on the best way to manage a portion of the hardest bowlers on the planet. Henceforth, he had appreciated much more accomplishment in examination with other extraordinary batsmen on the planet, against any semblance of the absolute most hazardous bowlers on the planet. Shane Warne, Glenn Mcgrath, Wasim Akram were some of them who could compete with Sachin Tendulkar centuries.

Bottom Line: Sachin Tendulkar centuries makes the fans as well as all the well-wishers of Sachin Tendulkar proud. Sachin Tendulkar centuries will never be forgotten.

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Sachin Tendulkar Records in International Cricket

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Sachin Tendulkar has been played more than two decades and has played countless games and test series and one-day internationals. And he builds the record of Sachin Tendulkar records! During this time, an impressive number of records that is difficult for the simple reason that no cricketers in the future can make these types of Sachin Tendulkar records.

The fact is that Tendulkar has done in the Indian team at the age of 16 years and then remained a member of the team for the next two decades. Maybe for a couple of seasons he continued and played continuously. In these matches he would get the largest Sachin Tendulkar records. So he is definitely a brilliant player in cricket world. In 24 ages he player 90 different places that help him to get world Sachin Tendulkar records.

Memorable Sachin Tendulkar Records

Sachin Tendulkar has been the most challenging batsman of his time, the most productive run maker ever, and apparently the greatest cricket symbol the amusement has ever known. His batting was focused around the purest standards: immaculate offset, economy of development, exactness in stroke-production, and that immaterial quality offered just to prodigies – reckoning.

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In the event that he didn’t have a mark stroke – the upright, back-foot punch approaches – this is on account of he was similarly capable at each of the full scope of standard shots and a lot of ads including the improvised ones and can haul them out freely. Sachin Tendulkar records are not only limited in his runs, but also the records of Sachin Tendulkar symbolize his performance.

There were no clear shortcomings in Tendulkar’s diversion. He could score all around the wickets, both front foot as well as back, he could easily tune his system to suit each condition, temper his diversion to suit each circumstance, and made runs in all parts of the world in all conditions. That helps him to create Sachin Tendulkar records.

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Some of his finest exhibitions came against Australia, the overwhelmingly prevailing group of his time. His century as a 19-year-old on an exceptionally quick pitch at WACA is viewed as one of the best innings ever to have been played in Australia. A couple of years after the fact he got a definitive compliment from a definitive batsman: Don Bradman trusted to his wife that Tendulkar helped him to remember himself. Following is some of the best Sachin Tendulkar record lists

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• He got 150 Wickets and 15,000 Runs in ODIs

Tendulkar is the only cricketer to take more than 150 Wickets (154) and score more than 15,000 runs (18 426) in ODIs. It is one of the memorable Sachin Tendulkar records.

• 1894 ODI runs in 1998

These are achieved by a batsman in ODI cricket in every season points. Tendulkar scored nine centuries in a year.

• In world cup he makes 2560 runs 

In the six games of the World Cup (1992-2011), Tendulkar has made 2560 runs at an average of 56.95 amassed – more than any other player in the history of the event. This event helps him to increase Sachin Tendulkar records.

• Faced 989 players in international cricket

Tendulkar played with and against total 989 international cricketer. This includes 141 cricketers from India and 848 from other countries.

• Man of the Match award in ODIs

Tendulkar tops the list in ODI cricket. Sanath Jayasuriya is 48. Third on the list is Jacques Kallis of South Africa with 32 awards. That was the birth of one record and listed in Sachin Tendulkar records.

• Man of the Series award in ODIs

Tendulkar is the market leader in this category. Jayasuriya is second record maker after Sachin Tendulkar records.

• Hundreds of test in 51 matches

Sachin Tendulkar has scored 51 Test centuries in his 24-year Test cricket career. Tendulkar hit his first test century against England in Manchester in August 1990. These are the best Sachin Tendulkar records.

• 49 ODI hundreds

Sachin Tendulkar took five years to score his first ODI hundred. When he took his first one against Australia in Colombo in 1994 from the small master race and never looked back. His last ODI hundred was his hundredth international hundred against Bangladesh in 2012 scored in Dhaka.

• 200 Self Test Match

Tendulkar easily tops the list with Ricky Ponting and Steve Waugh as the second joint to each played 168 games. These test matches increase Sachin Tendulkar records.

• 463 ODI appearances

23 years Tendulkar’s ODI career consists of 463 ODI matches. Sanath Jayasuriya 445 ODIs is second in the list.

• His total ODI runs are 18,426 

Tendulkar scored 18.426 outlets 4722 ODI runs and Ricky Ponting is second on the list.

• He makes 15,921 runs in test matches 

Tendulkar needed 153 runs in the final laps to go 16,000 Test runs, but missed by 79 runs. Tendulkar has 15,921 runs.

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The fact is that Tendulkar has done in the Indian team at the age of 16 years and then remained a member of the team for the next two decades. Maybe for a couple of seasons he continued. In this case, would probably he can make worlds favorable records in his life time.

Bottom Line: Sachin Tendulkar at present holds the record for most hundreds in both Tests and Odis – exceptional, considering he didn’t score his first ODI hundred till his 79th match. Amazingly, he held a celestial excitement for the diversion till his last match.

At 36 years and 306 days he broke a 40-year-old boundary by scoring the first twofold century in one-day cricket. In 2012, when only one month short of his 39th birthday, he turned into the first player to score 100 universal hundreds of years, which like Bradman‘s batting normal, could be a stamp that goes on forever.

Later that year, however, he proclaimed his retirement from Odis after a disillusioning year and a half in global cricket. Furthermore on November 16, 2013, Tendulkar resigned from Test cricket after a noteworthy 200th Test, on his home ground at the Wankhede Stadium against West Indies and the combination of all his records make Sachin Tendulkar Records.

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Top 10 Best Wicket Keepers of All Time in Cricket

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Wicket keeper in the cricket world is the player who stands behind the stumps, wearing gloves and pads to catch the cricket ball. The task is one of the most challenging job for a cricketer on the cricket field. There are many ways in general in which the wicket keeper can contribute towards the dismissal of a batsman. In the history of cricket, there are some greatest wicket keepers. All of them have left their mark in the history book of world cricket. Their flexibility, aggressiveness, sharpness, precise movements, all these have made them the special ones.

Best wicket keepers of all time:

Today, we will bring to you the list of Top 10 greatest wicket keepers of all time. These ten best wicket keepers are taken account on the basis of their international performance records and achievements. Most of this best keepers are already retired and a few are found to be still playing with fame in cricket world 2015.

let’s, find out who is the best wicket keeper of all time cricket world?

10. Andrew Flower

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Andrew Flower is a true legend in the game of cricket. He is a great ambassador of this game. Technically he is a very sound batsman and a wicket keeper. Andrew Flower was an important part of Zimbabwe’s National cricket team for more than 10 years and he is by far the best wicket keeper batsman for Zimbabwe.

Flower had a remarkable 333 dismissals behind the stumps (173 in ODI and 160 in test cricket). Andy Flower truly deserves at least No. 10 spot in this list of Top 10 best wicket keepers of all time.

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9. Alec Stewart

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Alec James Stewart is a retired English wicket keeper and right handed batsman for England. At his time, he gloriously captained England Cricket team. Alec Stewart is the most capped English cricketer of time in Test cricket with 133 appearances and 2nd most capped in ODIs with 170 caps for England Cricket team.

Throughout his career, he made a total of 451 dismissals. Alec Stewart is the 9th in our list of top 10 best keepers of all time.

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8. Jeffrey Dujon

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Peter Jeffrey Dujon is a retired West Indian cricketer. Currently he is involved in the cricket match commentary. Dujon was vital part of West Indian team in 80s. He was an athletic figure with gloves behind the stumps as well as an efficient lower-order batsman for West Indies.

He made a stunning 476 dismissals in his career. Jeffrey Dujon is placed at No 8 position in the list of top 10 best wicket keepers of all time.

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7. Moin Khan

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Moin Khan was part of The Pakistan World Cup winning team in 1992. Moin khan had to compete with another great Pakistani wicket keeper, Rashid Latif. Moin shared most of his time with Rashid Latif as a wicket keeper. He is responsible for an amazing 435 dismissals in his cricketing career.

Moin Khan is mostly remembered for his activity behind the stumps, his high pitched voice was ready enough to distract any batsman. Moin Khan’s shouts like ‘sakki’, ‘mushi’ encouraged the bowlers very much. He is the 7th best wicket keeper in this list.

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6. MS Dhoni

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World famous Indian skipper MS Dhoni’s performance behind the wicket is quite outstanding. Dhoni is already nearing a stunning 600 dismissals with 248 in Test, 287 in ODI and 29 in T20 internationals. His style of making the batsman out of the creases is remarkable indeed.

It is the crunch time for the photographers around the world. MS Dhoni is such a cricketer who possesses all the qualities, the speed, accuracy, athletics, sharpness. He can dismiss the batsmen in a flash. MS Dhoni is indeed one of the best wicket keepers of all time.

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5. Rod Marsh

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He is one of the famous cricketers with mustaches. Rod Marsh is a former Australian wicket keeper who was able to put his mark in the Australian cricket history. Marsh was single handedly grabbed over 800 first-class dismissals, 355 dismissals in Test cricket and 124 in ODI.

He was very much quick behind the wicket. His majestic movement charmed the cricket world very much. Rod Marsh is at No 5 position in the list of top 10 best wicket keepers of all time.

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4. Ian Healy

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Ian Healy has got a nickname “Heals”. He is a former Australian cricketer. Healy played for both Queensland and Australia National team. Ian Healy was an important part of the national team as it enjoyed a sustained period of success.

He had a total of 628 dismissals in his pocket with more than 5,000 runs as well. He is holding the No. 4 position in the list of top 10 greatest wicket keepers of all time cricket history.

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3. Kumar Sangakkara

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Kumar Sangakkara is a stylish Srilankan wicket keeper batsman. It is kind of combination that is rarely found among the wicket keepers. Kumar Sangakkara scored more than 21,000 runs to his name with a total of 47 centuries and 117 half centuries throughout his career.

He holds the record stumping of 81 with above 600 dismissals. His acrobatic drives to catch the ball were distinguished. We put Kumar Sangakkara at No 3 position in our list of top 10 best wicket keepers of all time.

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2. Mark Boucher

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Mark Boucher replaced Dave Richardson after his retirement. Since then, he was South Africa’s first choice wicket keeper. Boucher is widely regarded as one of the greatest wicket keepers South Africa has ever had. He is the world record holder for the most dismissals in Test cricket.

He originally overtook the record from another great Australian wicket keeper, Ian Healy on 3 October 2007. In the list of top 10 best wicket keepers in cricket history, Mark Boucher is in the second position.

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1. Adam Gilchrist

Top 10 Best Wicket Keepers of All Time in Cricket, Adam Gilchrist, best wicket keeper
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Australian Cricket team was undoubtedly blessed to have him with them. He is one of the manufacturers of Australia’a golden age. He is Adam Gilchrist. He is a complete batsman and an amazing keeper of the wicket. He was able to follow the bowlers on either side of the wicket and even against the tricky Shane Warne. His performance was always up to the mark.

Adam Gilchrist would open with Mathew Hayden as a left handed batsman. He was well renowned for his devastating batting. In Test match cricket, he was always there to provide the explosive ammo down the lower order at No 7.

Adam Gilchrist disappointed over 900 batsmen with his acrobatic style of grabbing wickets. He scored more than 15,000 runs with 33 centuries and 81 half centuries. He was truly an asset for the Australian side. The legend wicket keeper dominated the world cricket for 12 years. There is hardly anyone who can touches his greatness. We consider Adam Gilchrist as the greatest wicket keeper of all time. His top position will be secured for long time in our list of top 10 best wicket keepers of all time.

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Top 10 Best Umpires in Cricket World 2015

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Umpire in cricket is the man who declares any batsman out or giving him a sixer or an over boundary. It’s all in his hand standing behind the wickets at bowler’s end. They are the ones maintaining peace and harmony according to the rules of cricket. As the umpires are also humans, some misjudgments can also come from their sides. A wrong decision is well enough to put any team in tough situation, even when they are very close to the victory.

Irrespective of those unavoidable wrong decisions which are very few in number, the cricket umpires are the symbol of justice for any team on the ground. Without them, the cricket match will be itself a misery.

Top 10 Best Umpires in Cricket:

Today, we will bring to you the list of top 10 best umpires in cricket. The names in this list may be arguable, but they are undoubtedly the elite ICC cricket umpires in the history of cricket.

10. Tony Hill

Top 10 Best Umpires in Cricket World 2015, Tony Hill
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Tony Hill’s full name is Anthony Lloyd Hill. He was born in 1951 in Auckland, New Zealand. He made his ODI debut as an umpire in a match against New Zealand and Zimbabwe, which was played at Napier in March 1998. His Test debut came in 2001. There he managed a match against New Zealand and Bangladesh at Hamilton, New Zealand.

ICC had decided to appoint Tony Hill to matches away from New Zealand during his time on the International umpire panel. He played his role as a neutral umpire for supporting the elite panel. His particular highlights are the third test match between South Africa and Australia at Johannesburg in March 2006. Beside this, he was officiating on-field at three Group- A matches at 2007 Cricket World Cup in St. Kitts.

Tony Hill had officiated at 96 ODIs, 39 Teat matches, along with 17 T20 international so far. In 2009, Tony Hill was elected in the ICC Elite Panel of umpires. In this ICC cricket umpires list, Tony Hill is the 10th of top 10 best umpires in cricket.

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09. Darrell Hair

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Darrell Hair, real name Darrell Bruce Hair was born on 1952, New South Wales, Australia. His debut as a Test umpire was on January 1992, between Australia and India in Adelaide. He was well mentioned to call NO BALL in great spinner Muttiah Muralitharan seven times in three overs for throwing the ball. The match was held in 1995, between Sri Lanka and Australia in Melbourne.

Darrell Hair had officiated a total 139 ODIs and 78 Test matches. On the 4th day of the 4th Test match between Pakistan and England in 2006 at the Oval ground, Darrell Hair and his fellow umpire Billy Doctrove ruled out Pakistan for illegal ball tampering. They awarded five penalty runs to the England team and offered them a replacement new ball. Pakistan team refused to take the field in protest.

Later on an ICC board meeting panel decided that Darrell Hair should not umpire matches involving the Test playing nations. On 22 August 2008, Darrell Hair handed his resignation letter to ICC in order to continue his career as a cricket coach. Despite all these controversies, Darrell Hair is in our list of top 10 best umpires in cricket.

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08. Rudi Koertzen

Top 10 Best Umpires in Cricket World 2015, Rudi Koertzen
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Rudi Koertzen was born in Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa in 1949. His real name is Rudolf Eric Koertzen. He was devoted for cricket since his childhood. While working for South African railways, he used to play cricket league. Initially, he became an umpire officiating at domestic games in 1981.

In the year 1992, Rudi Koertzen broke into the International cricket arena. He made his umpiring debut in ODI in a South Africa and India match. During the same tour, Rudi made his Test debut too, again in a match between South Africa and India. He took the standards to a higher level and in 1997 he became a full time ICC umpire. Soon, Rudi Koetzen became an important part in the ICC Elite Umpires Panel.

He officiated 209 ODIs along with 108 Test matches with 14 T20 Internationals in his career. He achieved ICC Bronze Bails Award for 100 ODIs, ICC Silver Bails Award for 200 ODIs and ICC Golden Bails Award for umpiring 100 Test matches. Rudi Koertzen is in the No 8 position in our list of top 10 best umpires in cricket.

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07. Daryl Harper

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Daryl Harper was born in 1951 in Australia. Daryl Harper started his living as a primary school teacher. He had a short career as an Australian football referee until an injury forced him to quit. Then he made it in umpiring cricket. He made his debut as a cricket umpire in 1983 and became the first Australian umpire to be selected into the ICC Elite Umpires Panel in 2002. He continued his career as an elite umpire till 2011.

Between 1998 and 2011, He was also an international Teat umpire. Daryl Harper had a brilliant umpiring career. He officiated 94 Test matches and 174 ODIs in his career. Following a criticism in June 2011, during India-West Indies test series, Daryl Harper decided to be retired. He achieved the honorable ICC Bronze Bails Awards for umpiring 100 ODIs. He is indeed one of the best umpires in cricket.

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06. Billy Bowden

Top 10 Best Umpires in Cricket World 2015, Billy Bowden
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His real name is Brent Fraser Bowden. He is commonly known as Billy Bowden. Billy was born in 1963, in Henderson, New Zealand. He made his ODI debut as an umpire in 1995 between New Zealand and Sri Lanka match. His test umpiring debut was made in 2000, between New Zealand and Australia.

Billy Bowden gloriously officiated at three ICC World Cup events and was the reserve umpire in both 2007 ICC World Cup final and 2007 World T20 Championship. Billy Bowden’s career is decorated with 184 Tests and 77 ODIs along with 21 T20 matches. He was elected into the ICC Elite Umpires Panel in 2003. In the current game of cricket, he is best known for his bizarre and unique umpiring signals.

Among them, his dancing jig while signaling sixer and his crooked index finger to give out of a batsman are most notable. Billy was awarded with the ICC Bronze Bails for conducting 100 ODIs in 2007. Billy Bowden is at the No 6 stand in our list of top 10 best umpires in cricket.

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05. Aleem Dar

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Aleem Dar is a Pakistani born umpire with the full name Aleem Sarwar Dar. He was a Pakistani first-class cricketer, before starting his career as a cricket umpire. He played cricket for Gujranwala Cricket Association, Lahore, Allied Bank of Pakistan and Pakistan railways as a right-handed batsman. Aleem Dar was also a leg break bowler. Just at the age of 30, Aleem Dar started his journey as an international cricket umpire in 2000. He managed his debut in a match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Two years later in 2002, Aleem Dar was selected into the ICC Elite Umpire Panel for his outstanding performance in umpiring. He was able to win three consecutive ICC umpire of the year prize, in 2009, 2010 and 2011. He also achieved the award “Pride of Performance Award Pakistan”. In 2011 Cricket World Cup, he spent a splendid period of time while he gave 15 consecutive correct decisions that won against the DRS challenges. He has officiated a total of 159 ODIs and 87 tests in his career. He proudly made his place in our list of top 10 best umpires in cricket history.

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04. Simon Taufel

Top 10 Best Umpires in Cricket World 2015, Simon Taufel
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Simon James Arthur Taufel, commonly famous as Simon Taufel was born on 21 January 1971, New South Wales, Australia. Taufel initially made his career in cricket as a fast-medium bowler and played for Cammeray Cricket Club. In 1990-91 season, he grabbed the club’s best and fairest player award as he was the leading wicket taker with lowest bowling average. But, it was a sudden unfortunate that, his bowling career was cut short because of a back injury.

As an umpire, he made his ODI debut in 1999 in an ODI match between Australia and Sri Lanka. In 2000, he stepped ito Test between Australia and West Indies match. Cricket loving people soon started considering him as one of the best ICC cricket umpires of all time in cricket history after he was awarded with five consecutive ICC Umpire of the Year between 2004-2008. Taufel officiated at 174 ODIs, 74 test matches and 34 T20 Internationals. He announced his retirement after 2012 ICC World Cup T20 final. We are very glad to put him in our list of top 10 best umpires in cricket.

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03. David Shepherd

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David Shepherd is an English umpire who was born in Bideford, Devon on 27 December, 1940. He stated his cricketing career as a first-class cricketer. He played county cricket for Gloucestershire for 14 long years as a middle order batsman. He qualified for umpiring in 1981 and made a debut as an umpire in World Cup 1983 in England. It was a match against Pakistan and Sri Lanka which was played at swansea. He made his debut umpiring in Test in 1985 Ashes series at Manchester.

A funny fact about David Shepherd was, he always raised his leg whenever any score would reach 111. He appeared in 92 Test matches and stood last of them on June 2005. Shepherd also umpired 172 ODIs including three consecutive World Cup finals in 1996, 1999 and 2003. In 2009, he died of lung cancer. This great umpire is certainly made the position in our list of top 10 best umpires in cricket world.

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02. Dickie Bird

Top 10 Best Umpires in Cricket World 2015, Dickie Bird
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Harold Dennis Bird who is better known as Dickie Bird was born on April 19, 1933 in Yorkshire, England. He had a very struggling childhood. Dickie Bird was a school dropout and worked in a coal mine in his hard days. Surprisingly his first passion was football. But, after suffering an injury, he had to leave the dream. Then he began to play county cricket in his early career in Barnsley. He also played for his home, Yorkshire.

Bird made his debut in cricket umpiring at a Test match between England and New Zealand. He carried the glory to be the umpire for three consecutive Cricket World Cup finals notably in 1975, 1979 and 1983. He was officiated at 69 ODIs. He achieved officer of the Order of the British Empire award in 2012 for his outstanding contributions in cricket. In his last Test match, he was given the guard of honour by the English and Indian cricketers in 1996. Dickie Bird is the 2nd best umpire in our list of top 10 best umpires in cricket.

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01. Steve Bucknor

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Steve Bucknor was one of the most experienced and prolific umpires in the cricket world. His full name is Steve Anthony Bucknor. Bucknor was born in Jamaica, in 1946. He was a high school mathematics teacher in his early life. Initially, he was a football referee before he stepped in cricket at the age of 45. His Test umpiring debut was documented in 1989, in a match between West Indies and India. He officiated at his first ODI in the same year also between West Indies – India match.

In his outstanding career, Bucknor stood in 128 Tests along with 181 ODIs. Bucknor was awarded the Order of Jamaica in 2007 for his outstanding service in the field of sports. He also received ICC’s Bronze Bails awards for his 100 ODI standings as well as Golden Bails for 100 Test matches. This well-known ICC elite umpire announced his retirement in 2009. Steve Bucknor is the umpire we are looking for to put him in No 1 in our list of top 10 best umpires in cricket.

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Many more world renowned umpires have already retired from cricket pitch and so many are in the way of making themselves famous. Now in 2014, the ICC Elite Panel Umpires consists of Bruce Oxenford, Richard Illingworth, Aleem Dar, Ian Gould, Steve Davis, Marais Erasmus, Kumar Dharmasena, Nigel Llong, Rod Tucker, Richard Kettleborough and Paul Reiffel. The whole cricket world depends upon them. The cricket fans are always eager to see some best decisions during the adrenalin -driven matches in the upcoming ICC cricket world cup 2015.

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Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History

Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History, Brett Lee
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The list of top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI cricket history will be focused on those bowlers who took most wickets in ODI. Chronologically, they are arranged in this list. There are three players from both Sri Lanka and Pakistan in the Top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI. The list also consists two Aussies, one Proteas and only one Indian bowler with most wickets in ODI. Australian Brett Lee has the best strike rate of 29.4 balls per wicket while the Proteas pacer Shaun Pollock has the best economy rate of 3.67 runs per over. Chaminda Vaas has the best bowling figures with 8 wickets for just 19 runs whereas Pakistani swing master Waqar Younis took five-wickets total 13 times, which is most by any other bowler in the cricket history.

Top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI:

The bowlers in cricket have much responsibility to take in order to win a match. The bowling side thus play a vital role in this manner. Today, we are trying to enlist the great bowlers with most wickets in ODI. Your valuable comments will be appreciable.

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So, let’s find out who is the highest wicket taker in ODI?

10. Sanath Jayasuriya (323)

Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History, Sanath Jayasuriya
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Full name: Sanath Teran Jayasuriya

Born: June 30, 1969

Birth place: Matara, Sri Lanka

Current age: 45 years 236 days

Major teams: Sri Lanka, Colombo Cricket Club, Dolphins, Asia XI, Mumbai Indians, Ruhuna, Khulna Royal Bengals, Marylebone Cricket Club, Somerset

Batting style: Left-handed bat

Bowling style: slow left-arm orthodox

Playing role: All-rounder

Sanath Jayasuriya is regarded as one of the best ODI players of all-time in cricket history. With his powerful striking and match winning performances, he played as a genuine match winner for Sri Lanka well over for two decades. Jayasuriya is the only player in the history of ODI to take more than 300 wickets and score over 12,000 runs. His all-round cricket performances awarded him the most valuable player in 1996 cricket world cup and Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack named him one of five Cricketers’ of the year in 1997.

Last but not the least, Sanath Jayasuriya is at 10th place in our list of top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI cricket history with his stunning 323 wickets. The Sri Lankan all-rounder with his 323 wickets in 445 ODIs for Sri Lanka, was a key figure for them in all formats of cricket.

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9. Anil Kumble (337)

Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History, Anil Kumble
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Full name: Anil Radhakrishna Kumble

Born: October 17, 1970

Birth place: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Current age: 44 years 127 days

Major teams: India, Karnataka, Asia XI, Leicestershire, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Northamptonshire, Surrey

Batting style: Right-hand bat

Bowling style: Legbreak Googly

Playing role: Bowler

Anil Kumble is a former captain of Indian Cricket team and an efficient right-arm leg spin bowler. In test cricket, he is the 3rd leading bowlers with most wickets with 619. The other twos are Muttiah Muralitharan and Shane Warne.

Although, Kumble was not a big turner of the ball, rather he delivered his ball with more pace and accuracy. He was awarded as the Indian Cricketer of the Year in 1993.

Anil Kumble has taken 337 ODI wickets in 271 matches. We put him at No 9 in our list of top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI cricket history. He may be one of the three in the leading wicket takers in Test cricket, but he is not the highest wicket taker in ODI cricket.

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8. Brett Lee (380)

Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History, Brett Lee
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Full name: Brett Lee

Nickname: Bing

Born: November 8, 1976

Birth place: Wollongong, New South Wales

Current age: 38 years 105 days

Major teams: Australia, Kolkata Knight Riders, Kings XI Punjab, New South Wales, Sydney Sixers, Otago, Wellington

Batting style: Right-hand bat

Bowling style: Right-arm fast

Playing role: Bowler

Bret Lee is a former Australian cricketer and he was recognized as one of the fastest bowlers in the world cricket. Lee was also famous for his athletic fielding and lower-order batting. Brett Lee finished his Test career with 310 wickets and ODI career with 380 wickets.

He is the 8th bowler with most wickets in ODI, 380 wickets in 221 ODI matches with a bowling average of 23.36.

In January 2015, Brett Lee announced his retirement from all formats of cricket and made an end to his glorious cricketing career.

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7. Glenn McGrath (381)

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Full name: Glenn Donald McGrath

Nickname: Pigeon, Millard

Born: February 9, 1970

Current age: 45 years 12 days

Birth place: Dubbo, New South Wales

Major teams: Australia, Delhi Daredevils, Middlesex, New South Wales, Worcestershire

Batting style: Right-hand bat

Bowling style: Right-arm fast medium

Playing role: Bowler

Glenn McGrath was a key bowler for Australia and was known throughout his career for maintaining accurate line and length in bowling. He was one of the economic as well as dangerous fast bowler at his time. He holds the record of taking highest number of Test wickets as a fast bowler. In 2007 ICC World Cup, he was awarded the Man of the Tournament for his outstanding performances with the winning team.

Glenn McGrath has seized 381 wickets in 250 ODI matches with a phenomenal 22.02 bowling average. He grabs the No 7 position in our list of Top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI cricket history.

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6. Shahid Afridi (393)

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Full name: Sahibzada Mohammad Shahid Khan Afridi

Born: March 1, 1980

Birth place: Khyber Agency, Pakistan

Current age: 34 years 357 days

Major teams: Pakistan, Deccan Chargers, Dhaka Gladiators, Fly Emirates XI, Habib Bank Limited, Asia XI, Hampshire, Karachi, ICC World XI, Melbourne Renegades, South Australia

Batting style: Right-hand bat

Bowling style: Right-arm legbreak Googly

Playing role: All-rounder

At the age of 16, Shahid Afridi has made his debut in international cricket. Since then, he has been an integral part of the Pakistan team. He is popularly known as “Boom Boom Afridi” for his aggressive batting style. He is the former record holder of the fastest ODI century in just 37 balls.

Shahid Afridi always considers himself a better bowler than a batsman. We put him on the 6th place in our list of Top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI. He is the only player in our list who has not yet retired from cricket. He picked up a total 393 wickets 391 ODI matches so far and still counting to go further ahead in this list. He has the potential to be the highest wicket taker in ODI.

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5. Shaun Pollock (393)

Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History, Shaun Pollock
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Full name: Shaun Maclean Pollock

Born: July 16, 1973

Birth place: Port Elizabeth, Cape Province

Current age: 41 years 220 days

Major teams: South Africa, Africa XI, ICC World XI, Dolphins, Durham, Mumbai Indians, Natal, Kwazulu-Natal, Warwickshire

Batting style: Right-hand bat

Bowling style: Right-arm fast-medium

Playing role: All-rounder

Shaun Pollock is a South African retired cricketer and a prolific bowling all-rounder for the team. He played as captain of the South African side from 2000-2003. With over 400 Test wickets and 393 ODI wickets, Shaun Pollock is the leading wicket taker among the South Africans.

As a fast-medium seam bowler, Shaun Pollock has the ability to bowl a quicker ball with swing and accuracy. With 393 ODI wickets in 303 matches, Shaun Pollock stays at the No 5 spot in our list of Top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI cricket history.

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4. Chaminda Vaas (400)

Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History, Chaminda Vaas
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Full name: Warnakulasuriya Patabendige Ushantha Joseph Chaminda Vaas

Born: January 27, 1974

Birth place: Mattumagala, Sri Lanka

Current age: 41 years 25 days

Major teams: Sri Lanka, Basnahira North, Asia XI, Colts Cricket Club, Deccan Chargers, Hampshire, Middlesex, Marylebone Cricket Club, Northaptonshire, Worcestershire

Bowling style: Left-arm fast medium

Batting style: left-handed bat

Playing role: Bowler

Chaminda Vaas is a former Sri Lankan cricketer who is regarded as the best fast bowler for the country. He is considered as the most penetrative and successful new-ball bowler Sri Lanka has ever produced. He was selected for the World Test and One-day XI at 2005 ICC awards.

Vaas was able to take 400 ODI wickets in his 322 matches at 27.53 bowling average. In his best ODI bowling figure, he took 8 wickets for the cost of only 19 runs. Chaminda Vaas claims the number four place in our list of Top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI cricket history.

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3. Waqar Younis (416)

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Full name: Waqar Younis Maitla

Born: November 16, 1971

Birth place: Vehari, Punjab

Current age: 43 years 97 days

Major teams: Pakistan, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, National Bank of Pakistan, Rawalpindi, Redco Pakistan Ltd, Surrey, Glamorgan, United Bank Ltd

Bowling style: Right-arm fast

Batting style: right-hand bat

Playing role: Bowler

Waqar Younis is widely regarded as the greatest fast bowler of all time in the history of cricket. Currently, he is coaching Pakistan National team. This Pakistani fast bowler is the youngest captain for Pakistan. His career lasted from 1989-2003. During this time, he played 87 Test matches and 262 ODIs.

He amused the cricket world with his incredible ability to reverse swing a ball at high speed. Together with another pacer Wasim Akram, he formed one of the most dangerous bowling attacks. He took 416 wickets in his one day career. For this contribution, undoubtedly, Waqar Younis marked his place at No 3 in the list of Top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI cricket history.

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2. Wasim Akram (502)

Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History, Wasim Akram
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Full name: Wasim Akram

Born: June 3, 1966

Birth place: Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

Current age: 48 years 263 days

Major teams: Pakistan, Lahore, Pakistan Automobiles Corp, Pakistan International Airlines, Hampshire, Lancashire

Bowling style: Left-arm fast

Batting style: Left-hand bat

Playing role: All-rounder

Wasim Akram was considered as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of cricket. Akram holds the most wicket taker with 881 an List A cricket. He is one of the founders and mentors for the reverse swing fast bowling. During 2003 World Cup, he marked his name as the first bowler in cricket to reach 500 milestone in ODI. He is one of the five members in the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame. Currently, he is coaching Kolkata Knight Riders.

With 502 wickets in 356 ODI matches, the Sultan of Swing is the 2nd among the bowlers with most wickets in ODI.

Now, just scroll down to find out the highest wicket taker in ODI.

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1. Muttiah Muralitharan (534)

Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in ODI Cricket History, Muttiah Muralitharan
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Full name: Muttiah Muralitharan

Born: April 17, 1972

Birth place: Kandy, Sri Lanka

Current age: 42 years 310 days

Major teams: Sri Lanka, Asia XI, Chennai Super Kings, ICC World XI, Jamaica Tallawahs, Kent, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, Lancashire, Melbourne Renegades, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Tamil Union Club and Athletic Club, Wellington

Bowling style: Right-arm offbreak

Batting style: Right-hand bat

Playing role: Bowler

This famous Sri Lankan bowling figure was rated the greatest Test match bowler ever by Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack in 2002. After picking 800th test wickets on 22 July 2010, he decided to retire from Test.

He surpassed Wasim Akram’s ODI 500 wickets mark on 5 February, 2009 and became the highest wicket taker in ODI. The mesmerizing spin of Muralitharan dodged hundreds of batsmen and his ability to put pressure was just amazing.

Yes, Muttiah Muralitharan, with 534 wickets in 350 ODIs, he is the man in our list.

The list of Top 10 bowlers with most wickets in ODI cricket history is somehow glorified by all these great bowlers and their team contributions.

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Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Sachin Tendulkar
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The most interesting thing in cricket is to see a sixer all over the boundary line. The spectators’ loves it as well as the batsman loves it. The score board runs quicker and the two guys who really hate that show should be the bowler and the umpire in a lighter sense. To hit a six is not even a piece of cake for the batsman. The bowlers keep on challenging the batsmen with new and varied deliveries. The ball moves around, turns, swings and behaves like it wants too. It is the batsman who still has to set himself in for the delivery, find the right area, control, timing and elevation to sail the ball into the stands for a sixer.

List of Top 10 Batsmen with most sixes in ODI:

It is indeed a work of art to hit a six and the cricketers we will be discussing off are the best at doing that. Here is the list of top 10 batsmen with most sixes in ODI. To these batsmen, it’s a regulation act and they seem to be a real threat for any bowling attack.

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Let’s go across and find, who are the top batsmen with most sixes in ODI innings?

10. Adam Gilchrist, Australia: 149

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Adam Gilchrist
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Adam Gilchrist was Australian wicket-keeper and opening hard hitter batsman. He was supposedly one-half of one of the most destructive and dominating opening pair in cricket, the Gilchrist-Hayden duo. Gilchrist loved to thrash the bowlers and hitting fours and sixes. It was like knockdowns for him. He played as an integral part in the Golden era of Australian cricket and contributed a lot in his teams’ success. He made himself an asset for the Australian team by being one of the best wicket-keepers in cricket along with his batting exploits.

Gilly appeared in 287 ODIs for Australia during his 18 long years and scored a total 149 sixes over the fence for maximums. We have started this list with this hard hitting batsman and surely he is the one among the top 10 batsmen with most sixes in ODI.

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9. Chris Cairns, New Zealand: 153

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Chris Cairns
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Chris Cairns, the New Zealander marked his name as one of the batsmen with most number of sixes in ODI. With 153 blows, he is at the No 9 spot in our list of top 10 batsmen with most sixes in ODI. He was able to hit those sixers in his 215 ODI matches. He was a remarkable all-rounder for New Zealand team. But, Chris has been in news off late for all wrong reasons after he was subjected to allegations from ICC for involvement in match-fixing. Since then, it has been a real disgrace for this New Zealander.

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8. Ricky Ponting, Australia: 162

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Ricky Ponting
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Ricky Ponting is the former and one of the most successful Australian captains. He is a kind of batsman who currently holds the second position in term of accumulating runs in ODI after Sachin Tendulkar. Ricky Ponting led his team with aggressive batting style and with splendid performance at base. At the Golden period, he and his team virtually ruled the cricket world when other teams could just dream of beating Australia.

With his forceful batting, Ponting smashed 162 sixes in 375 ODIs from a substantial part of the 13,704 runs that he scored in ODI cricket. He grabs the 8th spot in our list of top 10 batsmen with most sixes in ODI.

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7. Brendon McCullum, New Zealand: 166

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Brendon McCullum
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Brendin McCullum, another New Zealander has emerged as a batting legend for New Zealand team. He once played triple roles of a batsman, wicket-keeper and skipper Baz was good at everything that he did. As a wicket-keeper, McCullum has one of the fastest pair of hands and with bat, he is one of the quickest. He can hit the ball with such force that the ball sometimes travels faster after the hit than what the bowler had initially bowled.

In his 234 ODI match-career, he scored 166 sixes and the counter is still ticking for more. He is the 7th batsman with most sixes in ODI in our list.

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6. MS Dhoni, India: 177

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, MS Dhoni
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At No 6 is the six creator of the recent era of cricket, Indian skipper MS Dhoni. He is a kind of batsman who can hammer the best ball from a best bowler. He can hit a Yorker for a six with his signature helicopter shot. MS Dhoni has to have a higher place in the list of top batsmen with most sixes in ODI. Though he is currently placing in the second half of the list with 177 sixes registered to his name in 250 ODI matches that he has played so far. Anyone can expect him at the top of the list by the time he calls it a day from ODI cricket, for the rate and ease with which he has been hitting the monster blows off late.

Dhoni initially made himself a swashbuckling and ruthless hitter of the ball, eventually turned himself a self-controlled yet volcanic batsman who has complete faith and belief in himself and quite capable to launch a massive submissive attack on his opponents when other batsmen loose nerve.

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5. Sourav Ganguly, India: 190

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Sourav Ganguly
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It is former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly who glorifies our No 5 position in the list of top 10 batsmen with most sixes in ODI. Sourav Ganguly loved hitting the ball over the boundary as much as he loved his batting. He was also regarded as the GOD of off-side by many cricket associates. Dada was a graceful batsman who relied more on his timing than power, he would dance down the wicket and loft bowlers for six over long on and long off.

There is nothing so charming than to see him down the stump and hit a massive sixer. Sourav Ganguly has hit a total 190 sixes in his 15 years ODI career for India.

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4. Sachin Tendulkar, India: 195

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Sachin Tendulkar
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If any cricketer has played 463 ODI matches for his team and stayed at the top for 24 long years, he can’t miss out any mainstream batting record. So, here is Sachin Tendulkar, at 4th place in top batsmen with most sixes in ODI list. The 5.5′ Sachin was not among the strongest batsmen rather he was a text book batsman throughout his career and taught the world that a perfect batsman doesn’t need the strongest of frames and rashest of shots to score runs in cricket.

Tendulkar with his 18,426 ODI runs has hit 195 sixes and almost all of them are the finest, nicely timed and eye soothing sight.

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3. Chris Gayle, West Indies: 211

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Chris Gayle
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Chris Gayle is the name of a thunderstorm in cricket now. He is regarded as the ‘Gayle Storm’ by his fans for his hard hitting and ruthless batting style. Although the phenomenon was developed from his T20 performances, one can simply not ignore his contribution for West Indies team. The destructive opening batsman has seen the best and the worst parts of his career and by now is mature enough not to bother by anything.

When he has his weapon in his hand, it knows only one language, the language of sixes. With 211 sixes so far, Chris Gayle is at the No 3 spot in our list of top 10 batsmen with most sixes in ODI.

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2. Sanath Jayasuriya, Sri Lanka: 270

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Sanath Jayasuriya
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Sanath Jayasuriya is the pioneer for the evolution and destructive batting style. Opening batting was redefined by this Sri Lankan opener. Jayasuriya just loved to rip apart the opponent bowlers when they were at their best. Missed line balls or even a ball with slightest width would receive the harshest treatment by this furious batsman. He would hit sixes at will and all over the ground.

There was no difference in the way he treated the spinners and pacers. He was always there to greet them in a similar fashion. He has hit as many as 270 sixes throughout his ODI career and is the second best in the list of top 10 batsmen with most sixes in ODI.

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1. Shahid Afridi, Pakistan: 342

Top 10 Batsmen with Most Sixes in ODI Cricket, Shahid Afridi
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Shahid Afridi, popularly known as “Boom Boom Afridi” is the table topper in this list of top batsmen with most sixes in ODI innings. This Pakistani all-rounder in his early years of international career was a better off batsman than a bowler. For the most part of his 18 years ODI career with 389 matches, he has appeared as a biggest threat for the opponent bowlers. Afridi has the capability to swing the tide of the match on his own and in very little time. Hitting sixes is lot like a regulation for him. Afridi never takes time to get his eye in and is always right at the job.

The former record holder of fastest ODI hundred in just 37 balls, is the man we are on at top of our list. With 342 and still counting, he is the top batsman with most sixes in ODI cricket. No doubt, he is way beyond the reach of other 9 in this list of top 10 batsmen with most sixes in ODI.

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Top 10 Worst Sports Disasters in the World

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In the wake of tragedy, sports always act as a palliative by giving us excitement and pleasure. It provides us a much needed distraction, but we often tend to forget the dark side of sports. The disasters in sport can take severely ugly forms ranging from miniature riot to excruciating physical damage with mass death. The second anniversary of Boston Marathon bombing has just passed with another anniversary in May 4 of 1949 Superga air accident which claimed the lives of the whole Turin professional soccer team, tragically known as Il Grande Torino.

We have enlisted the top 10 worst sports disasters in the world. All of these incidents are well remarkable in the history of sports. The departed souls will be remembered forever as long as the disaster marks it’s place in the history.

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Top 10 Worst Sports Disasters in the World:

10. Happy Valley Racecourse fire, 1918

Top 10 Worst Sports Disasters in the World, Happy Valley Racecourse fire
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The sport disaster took place on 28th February, 1918. The Happy Valley racecourse in Hong Kong, China was engulfed in an enormous fire which claimed as many as 570 people. Just a few seconds after the fire broke out, the large areas of racecourse stands and booths were collapsed. The exit root became blocked and many people were trapped inside the fire. It was supposedly the main reason of that much of death toll. However, the exact number of deaths was never known as a huge number of people were burnt with such intensity that only remnants were found in the incident place.

The exact origin of the catastrophe is still unknown. But, it was suspected that people engaged in preparing meals on cooking ranges in the sheds nearby must be accidentally caught fire and resulted in one of the worst sports disasters in the world.

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9. Boxing Champion Michael Watson incident, 1991

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Boxing Champion Michael Watson incident, 1991——–image via: www.mirror.co.uk

21 September, 1991, was remembered as a Black Day in the history of British Boxing. The incident took place, when a rematch was taken place between an admirable English boxer, Michael Watson and the unpopular Chris Eubank. Notably, Watson lost the super middleweight title earlier that year to Eubank. As the people demanded, three months later, the rematch was held. The boxing match was going fair and fine until 11th round and Watson was visibly outscoring Eubank. Then, suddenly something went wrong and Watson started falling back taking blow after blow onto his face. As the game progressed into the 12th round, poor Watson walked straight into Eubank’s punch several times and eventually he could hardly lift his gloved hands. The match referee finally called for a stop smelling the trouble, but that didn’t restrain Watson collapsing in the ring.

After going through 6 major brain surgeries and 40 days of coma, Michael Watson became the survivor of that fatal incident. Later, he sued the British Boxing Board for lack of proper immediate medications. He ultimately won the damage compensation of £1 million.

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8. Death of Hansie Cronje, 2002

Top 10 Worst Sports Disasters in the World
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The cricket world became speechless on 1 June 2002, when South Africa former captain Hansie Cronje died in a plane crash near George airport along with two pilots. However, two years before the accident, Hansie was accused for match fixing conspiracy. After a subsequent enquiry by the King Commission, he got himself banned for life from all kinds of cricketing activity. The plane crash following the banishment immediately sparked off the conspiracy theories. The plane crash may have been pre-ordained to eliminate Hansie Cronje, who could be a threat for some high-profile people involved in that match fixing. The exact truth is still unknown to the cricket-loving people.

The death of Hansie Cronje is still a mystery, yet more unfortunate than anyone in the cricket. It has been ranked at no. 8 in the list of top 10 worst sports disasters in the world.

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7. The Heysel Riot, 1985

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On 29 May, 1985, the fans of Juventus and Liverpool-the two biggest clubs in Europe-went literally at war during the European Cup final in Brussels, Belgium. The escaping Juventus fans were pressed against a collapsing wall by the Liverpool hooligans, before the start of the game. Around 39 people were reportedly dead and over 600 were injured in that disaster.

Following Heysel Stadium tragedy, all English football clubs were placed under an indefinite ban by UEFA from all European tournaments (lifted in 1990-91), while Liverpool was excluded for an additional three years banishment. The sports disaster was described as “The darkest hour in the UEFA competitions’ history”.

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6. Ghana Football Tragedy, 2001

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A football match was emerged as a tragedy when a Ghana league game between ‘Asante Kotoko’ and ‘Hearts of Oak’ ended into a bloodshed on 9 May, 2001. The home side Hearts of Oak scored two late goals and claimed their victory by 2-1. The troubles was anticipated and extra security measures were ensured accordingly. But the disappointed Kotoko fans started to throw plastic chairs and bottles onto the pitch after the match. Police was to fire the tear gas in order to control the situation, but panic ensued among the people and resulted in death of 127 people due to compressive asphyxia.

After the official investigation, the Accra police department was blamed for over-reacting with indiscriminate firing of plastic bullets and tear gas. Some dishonest officers were also accused and punished accordingly.

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5. The Colourful 11 Disaster, 1989

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The Surinam Airways Flight 764 was departed from Amsterdam to Paramaribo on June 6, 1989 carrying 187 passengers, including a group of Dutch Surinam footballers known as “The Colourful 11”. At the moment of landing, the no. 2 engine of the plane stuck a tree at the height of approximately 25 meters above the ground. When the right wing of the plane stuck another tree, the plane began to roll and impact the ground. 176 passengers were incidentally dead including the the colourful 11 in that aircraft disaster.

Footballers like, Ruud Gullit, Aron Winter, Frank Rijkaard, Bryan Roy, and Regi Blinker were luckily denied permission to travel in that flight. These Dutch footballers survived the disaster by the grace of God.

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4. Kurt Jenson and Others, the curse of Doping, 1960—

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It was even before the Lance Armstrong incident. The illegal use of performance enhancing drugs had brought an enormous dishonor to the cycling world. Kurt Jansen, a Danish cyclist was accused of illegal doping back in 1960 Rome summer Olympics. The accusation came, when he suddenly collapsed to the ground due to an amphetamine overdose. The sports world was shocked again when the doping incidents came into lime light in 2003. Eight eminent cyclist aged between 16-34 years died of heart attack within the 13 months time span. Thorough investigations found that the EPO drug being the culprit behind all these deaths.

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3. The Death of Ayrton Senna, 1994

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Ayrton Senna was considered one of the most successful Formula One drivers in the sports world. Thus, the death of Ayrton Senna was the saddest moment people could ever imagine. It was the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix where Senna lost his control of his car while turning a corner. He crashed into a sidewall after skidding off the race track. Ayrton Senna hurt his head in that fatal race accident, when a piece tie rod penetrated his helmet visor just above the right eye. Senna died due to fatal brain injuries and ruptured temporal artery. The death of Ayrton Senna was probably the greatest lose in the Formula One’s history ever. The tragic event is inducted in our list of top 10 worst sports disasters in the world.

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2. The Munich Olympic massacre, 1972

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The 1972 Munich Olympic tragedy will never be forgotten by the world and pray such disaster never occurs again. A group of Palestinian terrorist named “Black September” took 11 Israeli athletes into hostage demanding the release of 234 criminals detained in Israeli jails. The terrorists named the attack as ‘Biram’ and ‘Iqrit’ (after two villages). A rescue attempt was initiated instantly which was failed disastrously, leaving all 11 Israeli athletes, 1 German police officer and 5 of the terrorists dead.

Later, the Israeli government launched two major military operations namely, “Operation Spring of Youth” and “Operation Wrath of God” to hunt down and kill the rest of the terrorists involving the Munich Olympic massacre.

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1. The Superga Tragedy, 1949

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The tragedy took place on 4 May, 1949. The Torino AC football team along with their coaching staff, sports journalists and plane crew were returning from a friendly match. The Fiat G.212 aircraft of Italian airlines lost its control during landing and crashed into the retaining wall at the back of the Basilica of Superga. All 31 people on board were reportedly dead. The day of May 4th is still remembered as “the day when Italian football died”. On the funeral day, nearly a million people took to the streets of Turin and gave a final farewell to the players. The following year, the Italian national team traveled to Brazil by ship to join 1950 FIFA World Cup.

The disaster shook the Italian national team as the 10 of the dead Torino players were playing on the national side. It took Torino as long as 27 years to overcome the damage. The Superga Tragedy is undoubtedly the worst sport disaster in the world. We all pray to God to rest their souls in peace.

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ICC World Cup records just before Cricket World Cup 2015

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ICC Cricket World Cup is a one day international (ODI) tournament in men’s cricket which is organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The ICC Cricket World Cup has taken place every four years since its beginning in 1975 in England. Since then, the number of participated teams and number of matches have increased. However, ICC declared an interest in reducing the format of the game following criticism of ICC World Cup 2007.

ICC World Cup 2015: The mega-event of cricket

The World Cup Cricket is the flagship event of international cricket calendar. The tournament takes place every four years, with matches contested in a 50 -over cricket format.

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The 2015 edition of ICC World Cup cricket will be the 11th of this tournament. This mega event will be jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand. Previously in 1992, the two countries combined to jointly host this gigantic event of world cricket.

ICC World Cup is one of the world’s largest international sports tournaments. In World Cup 2015, there will be 14 teams competing each other. This event of cricket will be engaging one fifth of the world’s population with expected television audience of more than a billion.

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There have been a total of ten world cups since its beginning in 1975. Out of this ten tournaments, Australia has emerged as the most successful World Cup team ever in the history. Australians have won the elusive trophy 4 times, next in line are India and West Indies who have won it twice. Sri Lanka and Pakistan won the trophy only once. India, the last defending champion in 2011, will enter the ICC World Cup 2015 in Australia in the hope for retaining their title and become the second most successful ODI team in the World Cup history after Australia.

There is a wise saying that, records are made to be broken. For this, several players and teams will be trying to fulfil their dreams of lifting the ICC Cricket World Cup trophy and giving the best performance ever. So, Sporty Ghost brings to you the list of ICC World Cup records that have been set so far.

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Most runs in World Cups

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The Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar is the most successful batsman in all the ICC cricket World Cups ever held. With 2278 runs in 45 world cup matches, Sachin is the highest runs getter. Australia captain Ricky Ponting is at second place while the West Indian Brian Lara being the third with the average of 45.86 and 42.24 respectively. There is hardly anyone recently in the line who is going to challenge these great batsmen. So sadly in this 2015 ICC World Cup, we will not be able to see anyone breaking Sachin’s record. It will certainly take some time.

Highest Individual Score

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South African left handed batsman Gary Kirsten has the highest individual score in world cup, which is 188 not out against UAE. There are few promising batsmen, who can be a threat to this record. South African skipper AB de Villiers, the record holder of fastest ODI century will be a threat indeed. However, batsmen like Tilkaratne Dilshan, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli will not just sit down and watch. Well as this record is open to all, every batsmen dreams of breaking this record.

Most Successful Bowler

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Australian bowler Glen McGrath is still the most successful bowler in the history of World Cup. McGrath grabbed 71 wickets at an economy rate of 3.97. Muttaih Muralidharan of Sri Lanka and Wasim Akram of Pakistan are the next most successful world cup bowlers respectively. In this ICC World Cup 2015, everyone’s eye will be on Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga who will still playing in the world cup and he can challenge the record of highest wicket takers in World Cup cricket. Otherwise, this record will be there for a long haul.

Best Bowling Figures

Again Australian Glen McGrath holds the best bowling figures in any ICC World Cups. He got 7 wickets in 7 overs giving away only 15 runs in a world cup match against Namibia. The record can still be broken and awaits a new leader.

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Most Successful Fielder

Australian captain Ricky Ponting is by far the best fielder in the world cup history. He holds the record of most number of catches in world cups that is, 28 catches in 46 world cup matches. The next two cricketers in this line are Sanath Jayasuria and Chris Cairns of New Zealand respectively. This record will also be staying to Ponting’s hand for a long time since there is no player in the top 20 who could challenge Ricky Ponting’s record.

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Top 10 Best Cricket Bats in the World 2017

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Cricket is merely the gentlemen’s game and the cricketers are extremely meticulous about everything in the game of cricket. Everything means from the regulations of the game to the kits used by the cricket players. There are many important things at playing cricket when it comes to the best of performance. While the cricketing skill and rigorous practice of the player is significant, the sports gears that he uses also have a very important role to play.

A ball and a bat play as the key components in the game of cricket. Every batsman, based on his playing style and physical standards and his strength choose a cricket bat that best fits his requirement. Most of the greatest batsmen in the world always rise up their bats to show their achievements. The scene is a symbolic and the most desired in the world of cricket. For the cricketers, bats are like sword that is used to win the war. Cricket becomes more exciting game for the best cricketers with their best cricket bats.

As sports fans, we hardly ever pay our attention to this mandatory tool in cricket. There are different kinds of sports bats in the world. We have made a list of top 10 Best Cricket Bats in the World.

Top 10 Best Cricket Bats in the World:

Today Sporty Ghost is posting the list of Top 10 Best Cricket Bats in the World. A lot of research have done by our team. Some of them are very cheap cricket bats, some have valuable and expensive cricket bat stickers. Eventually, on the basis of their specification and recommendation of successful batsmen, we have found the top 10 best cricket bats in the world. The burning question of you would be, among them what is the best cricket bat? You have to just scroll down to find the answer.

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So, let’s find out, which one is the best cricket bat in the world?

10. Spartan CG Authority:

Top 10 Best Cricket Bats in the World 2015, Spartan CG Authority
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We put Spartan CG Authority at No 10 in our list as it is one of the best cricket bats used by players from around the world. It is specially designed for the batsmen to play with power. Spartan is the bat of choice for the mightiest stroke makers to handle even the most explosive power in playing cricket. The bat has been crafted so perfectly according to the power hitting style of modern era of cricket, especially at this twenty twenty generation. It has a massive sweet spots to strike and the edges of this bat are really thick.

The weapon is made of Super Grade I English willow wood and has its mid profile with a full spine. The handle of this bat is made of rubber and cane which is smart enough to provide flexibility, power and control to the batsmen. With a flat face and curvature, Spartan CG Authority, is indeed one of the best cricket bats in the world.

Features:

Made of: Super Grade I English willow

Profile: Mid-profile with a full spine and side profiling for destructive precision. Maximum edge thickness.

Weight: 2 lb 10 oz (1200 gms) to 3 lb (1350 gms)

Handle: Round handle with 9 pieces of cane and rubber to deliver the optimum grip.

Face: Flat face with slight curvature.

Bow: Slight bow which provides perfectly balanced pick up

Toe: Slightly square in shape in order to increase hitting area and lower the center of gravity of the bat that promotes greater swing weight and power distribution.

Size: SH

Endorsed by: Michael Clarke, Chris Gayle, Matt Prior.

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9. Reebok Blast:

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Blast is one of the best cricket bats in Reebok’s Premium Cricket bats collection. The bat is made of the Grade I English willow which is the best quality in this business. The traditional heavy shaped appearance gives amazingly light pick up for the batsmen. Reebok Blast is crafted by the expert designers of Reebok by using the latest technology. It is the 9th best cricket bat in the world.

The bat is one of the most desirable bats among the batsmen. The design of the bat is meticulously crafted. Hence, it is light weighted with a great pick up. Reebok blast is regarded as one of the best cricket bats by many famous cricketers.

Features:

Made of: Grade I English willow

Shape: Traditionally shaped and styled bat for the batsman.

Grip: Chevron grip

Handle: 9 pieces of Sarawak cane which is best for shock absorption and better performance.

Weight: 2 lb 9 oz (1150 gms) to 2 lb 13 oz (1275 gms)

Sweet spot: Lower mid blade

Edge: Thick edge.

Toe: Embossed toe protector for better durability

Blade: Curved

Size: SH.

Endorsed by: MS Dhoni, Shakib Al Hasan, Yuvraj Singh, Gautam Gambir, Sanath Jayasuriya.

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8. Kookaburra Angry Beast:

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Kookaburra Angry Beast is one of the premier bats of world famous Kookaburra cricket Bats Company. The bat is at No 8 spot in the list of top 10 best cricket bats in the world. The Kookaburra cricket bats are made of the highest grade English willow which is naturally air dried after harvesting. The bat has an amazingly light pick up on such a huge profile. It is designed to provide optimum power to the batsman. The Beast comes with a dynamic power shaped face which has the ability to deliver explosive stroke play.

Features:

Made of: Grade I unbleached English willow.

Grip: Red snake grip.

Handle: 12 pieces of Sarawak cane.

Weight: 2 lb 8 oz (1150 gms) to 2 lb 12 oz (1250 gms)

Edge: Big edge square

Sweet spot: Mid blade

Scallop: Slight concave

Face: Flat face

Bow: Mid/Low blade

Size: SH and LB

Endorsed by: Brad Haddin, Brad Hodge, Matthew Wade, Simon Katich.

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7. SS Ton Gladiator:

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Sunridges (SS) is one of the oldest sports brands in India which specially manufactures cricket bats. The bat has a higher popularity among the domestic cricketers, but the international cricketers too seek to use it. The SS Ton Gladiator is quite a sought-after bat as it provides great power, impact and balance to the batsman. Highest Grade English willow is selected to craft this piece. The handle of this bat is made up of Sarawak combination cane which helps in shock absorption and boosts powerful cricketing shorts.

The edges are designed rounded particularly for the aggressive and hard hitter batsman. We have selected SS Ton Gladiator for the No 7 place in our list of top 10 best cricket bats in the world. It is an excellent cricket bat to play. These are the long lasting bats and most batsmen like it because it is handy.

Features:

Made of: Super Grade I English willow

Grains: 11-13 straight grains with super rebound quality

Edge: Rounded edges for the aggressive batsman

Grip: Special Scale Grip – for better control and comfort

Handle: 12 pieces of Sarawak cane handle for powerful shots and shock absorption

Weight: 2 lb 9 oz (1160 gms) to 2 lb 12 oz (1230 gms)

Size: SH and LB

Endorsed by: Kumar Sangakara, Shikhar Dhawan, Kieron Pollard, Dinesh Karthik.

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6. Puma Ballistic:

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Puma Ballistic is at No 6 best cricket bat in the cricket world. This remarkable cricket bat is made of using the very best unbleached super grade I English willow. The wood has been specially picked as per its weight, grain structure and performance. The Puma Ballistic has a higher and more powerful swell enhancing high speed hitting power with precise control and improved balance. It is one of the dream bats for any batsman in cricket.

Puma Ballistic is well known for its powerful hitting zone with flexibility. In the new era of T20 cricket, Puma Ballistic is the perfect weapon for any batsman. It is among the best cricket bats for the hard-hitting T20 batsmen as well.

Features:

Made of: Highest grade of English willow with high and powerful swell.

Sweet spot: massive hitting zone

Handle: Made of PUMA-specific cane for optimum control and highly responsive feel.

Grip: Unique multi-textured PUMA grip designed with new cosmetic to ensure the best possible touch and control.

Weight: 2 lb 6 oz (1075 gms) to 2 lb 12 oz (1250 gms)

Blade: Sophisticated profiling that removes weight from the blade and ensures contoured edges as thick as possible.

Toe: Molded PUMA toe protector which increases durability and reduces swelling from moisture uptake.

Size: SH

Endorsed by: Adam Gilchrist, Brendon McCullum, Marlon Samuels, Yuvraj Singh.

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5. SG Cobra select:

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Sanspareils Greenlands (SG) is the largest cricketing gear manufacturer in the world. It is currently the No. 1 cricket gear brand in India. Famous first-class cricketers as well as international cricketers, panel members all provide valuable feedback to the R & D team of SG. The gear can be updated according to the requirement. The SG Cobra select is made of the finest English willow. Its handle is made of premium quality imported Sarawak cane which is specially designed to enhance control and power.

The bat has a traditional shape and style which boosts maximum stability during batting. We have selected SG Cobra to put it at No. 5 spot in our list of top 10 best cricket bats in the world.

Features:

Made of: Grade I English willow

Shape: Traditional shape with maximum stability

Handle: made from highest quality Sarawak cane to deliver superior power and control.

Grip: New multi-color player grip

Sweet spot: Lower mid-blade

Edge: Thick edges and curved blade for better control and balance.

Toe: Toe protector for better durability. The protector also maintains the moisture level.

Size: SH

Endorsed by: Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman, Suresh Raina, Wasim Jaffer.

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4. GM Icon:

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Gunn & Moore cricket bats are one of the oldest widely used cricket bats in the world. The bats are designed and produced from highest grade English willow by their best craftsmen. The GM factory is considered as the most technologically advanced in the sports world and only the GM that blends state of the art DXM technology for over 125 years. They use the latest technology, materials, innovative ideas and unrivaled design flair to produce most advanced cricket equipment. That’s why we put GM Icon bat at No 4 in our list of top 10 best cricket bats of the world.

Features:

Made of: Super Grade I English willow with iconic design.

Structure: High swell position, concentrated power, surprisingly light pick-up, lightweight design.

Edge: Massive edge of 38 mm

Face: Flatter face

Size: SH and LB

Scallop: Super concave profiling with toe up.

Endorsed by: Shane Wtson, Jonathan Trott, Ross Taylor, Alex Hales.

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3. Gray-Nicolls Viper:

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Gray-Nicolls was the first cricket company colored cricket bat stickers in the cricket history. From the very beginning, they have manufactured cricket bats to the very highest standards by using the latest technology. Gray-Nicolls always maintain the perfect combination of tradition with innovation to produce best cricket bats, which perform at every level. Every cricket bat is designed, hand finished and rigorously tested by their experts. The Gray-Nicolls viper is a splendid work of art. It is at the No 3 position in our list of top 10 best cricket bats in the world.

Features:

Structure: World famous Gray-Nicolls scoops.

Perfectly balanced bat with lightweight pick up.

Sweet spot: Huge mid-blade

Edge profile: Thick

Spine profile: Steep

Endorsed by: David Warner, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Alastair Cook, Cameron White.

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2. Adidas Incurza:

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Adidas is a famous well renowned brand in sports world. They manufacture various sports items, from shoes to bags or sports jerseys. The reputed Adidas Company also manufacture cricket bats of finest quality. The Adidas Incurza is one of the most sought-after bats in international cricket. The bat has been designed for batsmen with strength for an attacking game-play. With an amazing profile which flows through the increased bow and middle, the Incurza has an excellent pick up and balance.

It has become one of the most-looking cricket bats which is crafted out of finest English willow. Adidas Incurza is indeed one of the best cricket bats in the world and we put the masterpiece at No. 2 spot in our list. It is the most stylish, strong and amazing bat to play with. Adidas Incurza is a very powerful bat with nice stroke. The bat is sensational enough to be one of the best cricket bats in the world.

Features:

Structure: Sculptured Shoulder. Specially powered for every types of shot.

Sweet spot: Low powerful middle

Weight: 2 lb 7 oz (1100 gms) to 2 lb 12 oz (1250 gms)

Size: SH and LB

Endorsed by: Sachin Tendulkar, Kevin Pietersen, Suresh Raina, Ravindra Jadeja.

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1. Kookaburra Kahuna:

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It is Kookaburra Kahuna we are looking for and it is the best and the table topper in our list of top 10 best cricket bats in the world. Kahuna has been the leader of the Kookaburra cricket bats. This bat is an exceptional combination of light pick up and awesome power. Its straight evenly spaced grains and a clean hitting area generate a maximum impact. It is aggressive and more powerful among any of Kookaburra cricket bats. The Kahuna is perfectly designed for the stroke makers with edge thickness, sweet boe and clean square shaped face.

Kookaburra is the best cricket bat manufacturing company in the world. It is the most powerful and most beautiful bat. The bat can be recommended to all ages. It is very stylish and comfortable natural balance, which make it the world’s best cricket bat.

Features:

Made of: Grade I English willow

Grip: ‘Max Trio’ Octopus Xtreme

Handle: rounded with 12 pieces of Sarawak cane.

Sweet spot: Mid blade which is about 225 mm from the toe.

Weight: 2 lb 7 oz (1100 gms) to 3 lb 4 oz (1475 gms)

Edge profile: Big edge square

Face profile: Flat ‘Power Plus’ face

Spine profile: Pronounced from Handle to toe (64-67mm)

Bow: Mid/Low blade (11-12 mm)

Scallop: Slight Concave (4-5 mm)

Size: SH

Endorsed by: AB de Villiers, Martin Guptill, Ricky Ponting.

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What have we learned from England versus India cricket series?

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As the English cricket team are currently halfway through their tour of India, it’s a good time to check how they’ve been progressing and what tempting test match betting options could be ahead.

Playing against the Indian side on their home soil was always going to be a tough challenge for the English team. But the first test in Rajkot showed that England had what it takes to play in difficult conditions with the all-rounder Ben Stokes in great form to power his way to 128 runs in the first innings despite the impressive off break skills of Indian star Ravichandran Ashwin.

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And England fans will have also taken heart from captain Alastair Cook’s performance in the second innings that brought him a decisive thirtieth century, and meant that India faced an uphill struggle that ultimately saw the first test being concluded in a draw.

However, Alastair Cook’s fatal dropped catch from Mohammed Shami meant that the English team missed a golden opportunity to take the advantage in this opening match. And this mistake was certainly made all the more memorable by the events that took place in the second test.

Although the England tour to India was always going to provide the visitors with long odds to win at test match betting sites like Coral, few would have realized how England’s batsmen would be torn apart at the second test in Visakhapatnam.

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As well as James Anderson suffering the ignominy of being the first English player to have a king pair in a test since 1906, the side also endured no less than ten batsmen being dismissed by LBW – the most ever in a test for an English side.

Although the Decision Review System undoubtedly raised many questions about some of these dismissals, few could argue with India’s performance as Virat Kohli powered the team to a massive 455 in the first innings.

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And special mention must also be made for Jayant Yadav who quickly became a favourite of the press as a result of his solid all-round performance.

But with plenty of cricket left to play, it’s clear that despite India’s phenomenal performance in the second test, the betting options for this gripping test match series are wide open as long as the English side work out how to survival the assault of India’s deadly spin bowlers.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the World

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Cricket is one of the most popular sports all over the World. The game is watched by millions of cricket fans. This game is particularly popular among sub-continental countries. Countries like India, Pakistan and Bangladesh worship cricket for many years. But Cricket has also gathered its decent popularity in many European countries as well as in greater Australia..

From the beginning of the game of cricket, it was Australian Sir Don Bradman who dominated the field. Now in this modern era of cricket, young cricketers like Virat Kohli and AB De Villiers have provided huge popularity around the world.

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Now a days cricketers earn large amount of income from their national team and respected club team salaries. They also have their own income source from personal endorsements.

Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the World :

Cricket is considered as one of the hard working games. Each player should have built up their physique under strict physical routine. Thus they become the subject of attraction for millions of cricket fans. Cricket magazines featuring handsome cricketers on their cover pages also sell in the market like hot cake.

Here, we bring you the list of Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world.

Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 1:

Virat Kohli (India)

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Virat Kohli———image via: indianexpress.com

Virat Kohli represents the Indian national cricket team. He also plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL (Indian Premier League) and his regional team Delhi. Delhi remains Virat Kohli’s birthplace and this awesome youngster was born on 5 November 1988.

Now this handsome cricketer has aged 26. In the national side and in the club teams, Virat Kohli plays his role as a right handed batsman. Occasionally he bowls as a right arm medium pace. Virat Kohli made his Test debut against west indies on 20 June 2011 and in ODI on 18 August 2008 Vs Sri Lanka. Since then, Virat Kohli has appeared in 29 international test matches for Indian National team and scored 1855 with an average of 39.46 (upto 9.12.2014).

He also capped 146 ODI matches for India and made 6,208 runs with 52.61 batting average. With 21 ODI centuries and 6 test centuries, Virat Kohli has become one of the most promising cricketers in the world. Not only that, he is probably the most fashionable cricketer in recent world.

Cricketer Virat Kohli remains at the top of our list of top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 2:

Kevin Pietersen (England)

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Kevin Pietersen plays for England National cricket team. He also marked his place in IPL for Delhi Daredevils and his regional team St Lucia Zouks. He may be an England player, but he is not English by born. Kevin Pietersen was born in Pietermaritzburg, Natal province, South Africa on 27 June 1980. He is mainly known for his right handed batting and occasional right arm off break bowling.

Kevin Pietersen made his debut for his national side in Test on 21 July 2005. It was a match against Australia, England’s greatest rival. He debuted in one day international cricket against Zimbabwe on 28 November 2004. Kevin Pietersen, commonly known as KP appeared in 104 test matches and made 8,181 runs and earned a batting average of 47.28. In one day international, he appeared in 136 matches for England National Team and scored 4,440 runs. Here his batting average remains 40.73 (upto 09.12.14).

Kevin Pietersen has won hearts of many cricket fans with his stunning smartness and look. His charming physique well enough to make crazy thousands of young girls. For this reason, KP is remaining in the 2nd position in our list of top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 3:

Shahid Afridi (Pakistan)

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Boom Boom Afridi———–image via: www.gopixpic.com

Shahid Afridi is one of the hottest cricketers among his fans. His aggressive batting, bowling and fielding have caught the eyes of thousands of cricket lovers. Shahid Afridi indeed makes his place among top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world.

Shahid Afridi plays for Pakistan National Team from 2 October 1996 in ODI and from 22 October 1998 in tests. This 34 year all-rounder was born in Khyber Agency, FATA, Pakistan on 1 March 1980. Afridi mainly plays his role as all-rounder both in Pakistan National Team and Clubs like Dhaka Gladiators and Ruhuna Royals. He is known for his right handed batting and right arm leg spin bowling.

Shahid Afridi has appeared in 27 international Test matches and made 1,716 runs with an average of 36.51. In One Day International Cricket, he capped total 373 matches and scored 7,516 runs and captured 384 wickets. In his first appearance as a ODI batsman, Shahid Afridi became the fastest centurion with a hundred in just 37 balls. It was a match against Sri Lanka and the Lankans remembered that blast for many years.

Shahid Afridi is considered as one of the most handsome cricketers in the world.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 4:

AB de Villiers (South Africa)

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AB de Villiers represents the South Africa Nation Team. In Indian Premier League, he plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore. Villiers was born in Pretoria, Transvaal Province, South Africa on 17 February 1984. He mainly plays as a wicket-keeper batsman for his national team as well as clubs and well known for his right-handed tactical batting.

AB de Villiers made his Test debut for South Africa National Team on 17 December 2004, in a match against England. He also got his ODI debut against England on 2 February 2005. AB de Villiers appeared in total 92 Test matches with 7,168 runs and 52.94 batting average. In one day international, he appeared 162 matches for his national team and scored 6,543 runs with 49.94 batting average.

AB de Villiers with his charming smartness and his stunning fielding performances, has able to catch eyes of thousands cricket lovers. He is one of the most handsome cricketers in the recent era of cricket.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 5:

Michael Clarke (Australia)

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Michael Clarke’s performance in cricket is well admired among the cricket fans. He plays for Australian National Cricket Team and for Pune Warriors in Indian Premier League and also for Sydney Thunder. 34 year old Michael Clarke was born in Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia on 2 April 1981. He is well known for his right-handed batting and occasional slow left-arm orthodox bowling.

On 6 October 2004, Michael Clarke made his Test debut for Australian National Team in a match against India and so far he played 107 international test matches. He made 8,297 runs in Test cricket for Australia with an average of 50.59. He made his debut in one day international cricket on 19 January 2003 against England. He capped in total 237 one day international matches for his national team, Australia and managed 7,751 runs so far with an average of 45.06.

Michael Clarke is counted among the most handsome cricketers today. For this, it is his obvious right to stay in the list of most handsome cricketers of the world.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 6:

Brendon McCullum (New Zealand)

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Brendon McCullum———image via: www.bbc.co.uk

Brendon McCullum is one of the key batsmen in the New Zealand National Team. He also represents Brisbane Heat and Chennai Super Kings in his club side. Brendon was born in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand on 27 September 1981. This 33 year old wicket-keeper batsman is known for his right-handed batting performances. He is showing his cricketing ability both in Test and One day international cricket.

He was debuted in Tests on 10 March 2004 against South Africa and in one day cricket on 17 February 2002 against Australia. In his 88 appearances in Tests, Brendon McCullum scored 5,349 runs with a batting average of 37.10. He also appeared in 231 ODI matches for New Zealand National Team with 5,200 runs and 30.05 average score.

Brendon’s musculature and his attractive physique are considered as one of the most handsome cricketers of the world.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 7:

Mitchell Johnson (Australia)

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Mitchell Johnson, the sexiest of all———————-image via: celebritydonat.blogspot.com

Mitchell Johnson is considered as one of the most devastating fast bowlers in world cricket. As a presenter of Australian National Cricket Team, Mitchell Johnson has played 61 international test matches and 144 one day international matches. This 33 year old Australian pacer was born in Townsville, Queensland, Australia on 2 November 1981. Apart from the Australian National team, he also plays for Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab in Indian Premier League. He mainly plays his role as a left-arm fast bowler and a left-handed batsman.

Johnson’s debut test match was held on 8 November 2007 against Sri Lanka. He debuted in one day international on 10 December 2005 against New Zealand. Mitchell Johnson has grabbed 270 wickets in Test matches and 221 wickets in ODI so far for Australian national cricket team.

Mitchell Johnson with tall figure and characteristics moustache are well enough to hit the hearts of thousands of girls. This handsome and hot fast bowler is remaining as prince charming among many cricket fans. We consider him in our list of top 10 handsome cricketers of the world.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 8:

Faf Du Plessis (South Africa)

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Faf Du Plessis plays for the South Africa National Cricket Team alongside with another smart boy AB de Villers. Du Plessis also plays for Melbourne Renegades and Chennai Super Kings in IPL. Faf Du Plessis was born in Pretoria, Transvaal Province, South Africa on 13 July 1984. Now he is aged 30 years. Du Plessis mainly plays his role as a middle-order batsman in both his national team and clubs.

This right-handed batsman was debuted on 18 January 2011 against India in ODI and in Test Cricket he was debuted on 2 November 2012 in a match against Australia. For South Africa National team, Du Plessis has appeared in 17 international test matches and scored 1,262 runs with a stunning 52.58 batting average. He capped in 53 ODI matches and made 1,503 runs earning average of 32.67.

Du Plessis made himself quite a promising cricketer. His place in our list of top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world is quite justifiable too.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 9:

Alastair Cook (England)

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This youngster cricketer, Alastair Cook has got beautiful eyes which can mesmerize lots of cricket fans. He represents the English National Cricket Team as well as regional team Essex and MCC. He was born in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England on December 25, 1984. Alastair Cook is mainly the opening left-handed batsman in his clubs and England National team. Occasionally he plays as a right-arm medium bowler.

His test match debut was on 1 March 2006 against India and ODI on 28 June 2006 against Sri Lanka. Alastair Cook has played 109 international test matches for England National Team and scored 8,423 runs with an average of 46.06. In one day cricket, he appeared in 86 matches with 3,085 runs and 37.62 batting average.

Alastair Cook is treated as one of the hottest English cricketers and indeed he stays in our list of top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world.

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Top 10 most handsome cricketers of the world No 10:

Dale Steyn (South Africa)

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Dale Styne represents South Africa National Cricket Team. In his club career, he plays for Brisbane Heat and Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL. Dale Styne’s birth place is in Phalaborwa, Transvaal Province, South Africa and the date was 27 June 1983. His main role in the national team is right-arm fast bowler.

He was debuted in Test match on 17 December 2004 against England and in One day international cricket he made his debut match against Asia XI on 17 August 2005. Dale Steyn has played 75 test matches and 82 ODI for South Africa national team. In international test cricket, he took 383 wickets and in one day international cricket he grabbed total 125 wickets.

In recent world of cricket, Dale Steyn is one of the most handsome cricketers of the world.

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The popularity of cricket is rising due to recent time T20 Championships like IPL and Australian Big Bash League. All these cricket tournaments have also increased the earnings of the famous cricketers and also built fans across the globe. These are the platform for young dashing cricketers to rise into stardom. We can expect to see more smart and most handsome cricketers in the near future, who will be credited both for their talent and looks on the cricket field.

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Full Details on Sachin Tendulkar 200 Record

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Sachin Tendulkar was born in Bombay in a middle class family. His father, Ramesh Tendulkar, Tendulkar Marathi novelist, named after his favorite music director and friend of the family, Sachin Dev Burman. Tendulkar’s elder brother Ajit encouraged him to play cricket. Sachin Tendulkar 200 runs records is not limited.

Playing cricket was her passion all time, even after retired from ODI cricket he makes him involved with cricket. Sachin Tendulkar 200 run records is the symbol of his passion.

Records of Sachin Tendulkar 200 runs

Sachin Tendulkar voracious taste for runs makes him the don of world cricket. From the moment he took guard at Gwalior on February 24, Sachin Tendulkar has cemented his place among the gods of the Cricket World. At 36 and 21 years of his career, Cricket, he proved still has to weave at the highest level and phenomenal standards for others to follow to establish. The records of Sachin Tendulkar 200 run also make his career stronger.

February 24, 2010 in the second ODI Series 3 Gwalior match between India and South Africa, the little master was the first man on the planet to a double hundred in an ODI game is not scored 200 runs at 147 balls with the help of the India innings sealed the game in massive 153 runs and took an insurmountable lead in the series.

The Little Master unbeaten 200 on that day was not only a world record of maximum runs and Sachin Tendulkar 200 in one day International (ODI), but it was an epic effort of passion, focus, accuracy, sound art, elegance and power. It was one of the best records of Sachin Tendulkar 200.

The genius Sachin Tendulkar has inspired with explosive batting display, the straight and beautiful ordinary batting style, which gives him runs with full power, leg and delicate look great successes included fans at the border.

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Sachin Tendulkar: The Little Legend 200 Runs

The Little Legend scripted his name on the stone, and finally the first cricketer to score in the world, by 200 highest runs in an ODI. Sachin Tendulkar 200 runs was not limited at that point. The milestone was her graduation in 2961, and after playing nearly 39 years since he played the first ODI – even those who are ever so were more opportunities guys 60 overs.

Everyone is convinced that cricket Sachin Tendulkar is the best batsman in the world. Not only for Sachin’s extraordinary batting skills, but for Sachin’s never-say-die spirit, and an insatiable hunger for the highest score. Sachin Tendulkar 200 runs are the symbol of his speed and power. The fans of Sachin will never be able to forget Sachin Tendulkar 200 runs.

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The way he stopped when he reached 200 embodies the human personality. It was in the air, no aggressive gestures punching, not working the crowd, nothing over-the-top. It was also often self, raised his arms, looked at the sky, closed his eyes for a moment and quietly admitted that he is happy to be there. He aimed for another Sachin Tendulkar 200 runs!

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Team Records of Sachin Tendulkar

A soldier is not from the weapon, the door or the battle met, but the figure that assesses the weapons used in the game. Sachin has always been a team player. Sachin Tendulkar 200 records did not make him that proud to play only for him. He always thought about his team and that is why he was able to make Sachin Tendulkar 200 records. We cannot think of a better Indian cricket without Sachin.

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Sachin should not be judged on the basis of his scores, Sachin played because he takes a role in the motivation of many young people and make them serious about cricket and was able handful of young cricketers fiercely motivated to generate, to the honor of meeting team for the next two decades. Will someone ever be able to make records like Sachin Tendulkar 200!

With the progression of time, came India’s ascendency in the wake of frustrating pasts amid Tendulkar’s raid at the top of his vocation. He was presently given the hotly anticipated help group. Anyway regardless he remained the backbone while controlling his country towards the summit of Test rankings.

Tendulkar’s hotly anticipated dream was at long last satisfied when he, as a major aspect of Team India, rose successful in the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup. All through the competition, he was a predictable entertainer with the bat. Sachin Tendulkar 200 records make his career too much glorious than we can say!

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It is a great diplomat for the sport with the way Sachin behaved. His modesty and character, it is even more special. His passion for the game not only highest scorer, but also gives him the opportunity to get the credit of one of the best cricketers in the world.

Every time he achieves the most valuable score for his team and get the glory of win for his team India.

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Bottom Line: Sachin Tendulkar can irrefutably be known as the ‘substance of the modern cricket’. He takes after Sir Donald Bradman and Sir Vivian Richards as his era’s best batsman. The main close contenders Tendulkar has confronted are Brian Lara and in later times, Ricky Ponting. Measurably, while Bradman scaled inaccessible statures, Tendulkar, by his sheer consistency and life span, denoted his period with sheer enormity and huge fan-taking.

In the same way as the Australian extraordinary, presumably never be won, it is not possible to ignore the records of Tendulkar. The fans of Sachin will never be able to forget Sachin Tendulkar 200 runs.

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Top 10 best spin bowlers in current cricket

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cricket is a kind of sport which grabs the attention of almost all. it is a place where the click of bat and spin of ball dazzles the mind and roll the eyes of many. In recent era of cricket, T20 format has gained a special attention to the cricket lovers. Often many cricket experts claimed that due to T20 intrusion, cricket is growing shorter and vague and also it is becoming the game of only hard hitter batsmen.

However, the spin bowlers with their extraordinary skills have turned down the claims of downfall of cricket. Throughout the world, especially in the subcontinent the spinners have proven their abilities and have gained much popularity in the cricket world. Spin bowlers with their cracking spin attack have become the team’s leading heads.

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Today, Sporty Ghost will be throwing light upon the top 10 best spin bowlers in current cricket. All of them have gained a great deal of skills in recent time and influenced the cricket world intensely with their individual performance. So, here it is and take a sneak peak!

Top 10 best spin bowlers in current cricket :

10. Muhammad Hafeez, pakistan

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Muhammad Hafeez has not only proved himself a good batsman but also turned out really well as a spin bowler. As a spinner, he is well known for his constant accuracy. With the new ball in his grip, Muhammad Hafeez is much more devastating both in the ODI and T20 format. His all round performance in cricket has made him one of the vitals in the Pakistan National side for the upcoming ICC cricket world cup 2015.

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9. Imran Tahir, South Africa

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Imran Tahir is a pakistani born South African cricketer. His bowling action is right arm leg break. Currently he is playing for Highveld Lions in South African domestic cricket. Imran Tahir has grabbed 40 wickets in Test cricket and 32 in ODI for the South African national side so far. In South African national side, spinners are not likely to prove themselves. But, Imran Tahir has proven his ability and became the core of spin attack for the Proteas. In current cricket world, Imran Tahir is one of the best spin bowlers indeed.

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8. Monty Panesar, England

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Monty Panesar is a left arm orthodox spinner of England team. Monty Panesar is a crowd favourite in England and many of his fans wear similar patkas as Monty while watching him play. He hauls 167 wickets in just 50 test matches for England and 24 in 26 ODI. He will be one of the cruicial weapons for England in the upcoming world cup.

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7. Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh

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Shakib Al Hasan is an extraordinary all rounder for Bangladesh cricket team. The former captain, Shakib has proved himself as a key left arm spinner for the team. He is the most successful cricketer in the history of Bangladesh cricket. This left handed middle order batsman has scored 3,977 runs in 141 ODI with an average of 35.45 and grabbed 175 wickets. In Test match, he scored 2,529 runs in 37 tests with 140 wickets. Shakib Al Hasan has turned himself as one of the best spin bowlers in current cricket.

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6. Ajantha Mendis, Sri Lanka

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Ajantha Mendis is known for his dangerous googlies and mesmerizing carrom bowls. Mendis made his debut in 2008 against India. So far, he has played 17 test matches and 65 ODI. Ajantha Mendis has also remained in the Sri Lankan Army, and with the Army cricket committee noticing his extraordinary talent got him a chance to play for Sri Lanka. Mendis took 17 wickets in 2008 Asia Cup which made him the man of the series. For Sri Lanka, Mendis is one of the best spin bowlers after Muralidharan.

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5. Shahid Afridi, Pakistan

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Shahid Afridi, commonly known as “Boom Boom Afridi” is famous for his aggressive batting style. He held the record of fastest ODI century in just 37 balls. Afridi also holds the most number of sixes in the ODI history of cricket. However he has considered himself a better bowler than a batsman and has taken over 350 ODI and 48 test wickets. He remains the true hero for his team, yet quite unpredictable. He is unpredictable in his bowling too. He crushes the batsmen with leg break, conventional off break and many often with bouncers.

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4. Daniel Vettori, New Zealand

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Daniel Vettori is the youngest cricketer to represent New Zealand, having made his debut at the age of 18. This left arm orthodox spinner is known for his accuracy and flight. With the test batting average around 30, he is one of the consistent batsmen for the New Zealand cricket team. He took 360 wickets in 112 test matches and 284 in 275 ODI matches.

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3. Ravichandran Ashwin, India

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This right-handed batsman and right arm off break bowler, Ravichandran Ashwin is the fastest Indian bowler to take 50 wickets and 100 wickets in test cricket. Apart from Ajantha Mendis, he is the only bowler in recent times to bowl famous carrom bowl. He is a very handy lower order batman for India too. His remarkable all round performance for India has made him one of the best players for the national side. Ashwin has got a long way to go indeed.

Ashwin remains at No 3 position in our list of top 10 best spin bowlers in current cricket.

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2. Sunil Narine, West Indies

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Sunil Narine of West Indies is considered as the most dangerous bowler in the limited over matches. He made his entry to cricket in 2009. Since then, Sunil Narine has become one of the best spinners and gave his team an edge over others. Sunil Narine has earned a name called “ mystery bowler” due to his grave variations in the spin attack. In 39 ODI, Narine has taken 60 wickets so far. This young spinners has shown lots of prospects and can achieve a lot more in his career.

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1. Saeed Ajmal, Pakistan

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With his destructive and mesmerizing spin attack, Saeed Ajmal has enlisted his name in our list of top 10 best spin bowlers in current cricket.

His boggling attack with spin always causes a big damage to the opponent team. Likewise other bowlers, he has his speciality too. His devastating doosra bowling always makes the batsmen go blind. He is the quickest pakistani bowler to take 100 test wickets. In 33 test matches, he took 169 wickets and in 110 ODI he took 182 wickets so far.

Saeed Ajmal, thus makes his way to the No. 1 position in our list of top 10 best spin bowlers in current cricket.

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