The 10 Greatest Asian Cricketers of All Time

The former Pakistani captain was a brilliant all-rounder. He was a destructive batsman and a gifted fast bowler.

The Prince of Kolkata was a stylish batsman and a charismatic leader. He was the captain of the Indian team that won the 2003 World Cup.

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The flamboyant all-rounder was a crowd favorite. He was a destructive batsman and a gifted leg-spinner.

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The Sri Lankan spin wizard is the highest wicket-taker in Test and ODI cricket history. He was known for his ability to turn the ball both ways.

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The Sultan of Swing was one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time. He was known for his ability to swing the ball both ways.

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The Wall was a rock-solid batsman who was known for his incredible concentration and determination. He was also a very good slip fielder.

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The Thinker was one of the most technically gifted batsmen of his generation. He was also an excellent wicket-keeper.

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The elegant left-hander was a master of all formats of the game. He was a prolific run-scorer and a brilliant captain.

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The current Indian captain is one of the best batsmen in the world. He is known for his aggressive batting style and his ability to score runs in all conditions.

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The Master Blaster is widely considered to be the greatest batsman of all time. He holds the record for the most runs and centuries in both Test and ODI cricket.

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The former Pakistani captain was a brilliant all-rounder. He was a destructive batsman and a gifted fast bowler.

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Imran Khan

The Prince of Kolkata was a stylish batsman and a charismatic leader. He was the captain of the Indian team that won the 2003 World Cup.

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Sourav Ganguly

The flamboyant all-rounder was a crowd favorite. He was a destructive batsman and a gifted leg-spinner.

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Shahid Afridi

The Sri Lankan spin wizard is the highest wicket-taker in Test and ODI cricket history. He was known for his ability to turn the ball both ways.

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Muttiah Muralitharan

The Sultan of Swing was one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time. He was known for his ability to swing the ball both ways.

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Wasim Akram

The Wall was a rock-solid batsman who was known for his incredible concentration and determination. He was also a very good slip fielder.

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Rahul Dravid

The Thinker was one of the most technically gifted batsmen of his generation. He was also an excellent wicket-keeper.

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Kumar Sangakkara

The elegant left-hander was a master of all formats of the game. He was a prolific run-scorer and a brilliant captain.

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Mahela Jayawardene

The current Indian captain is one of the best batsmen in the world. He is known for his aggressive batting style and his ability to score runs in all conditions.

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Virat Kohli

The Master Blaster is widely considered to be the greatest batsman of all time. He holds the record for the most runs and centuries in both Test and ODI cricket.

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Sachin Tendulkar