3) Glenn McGrath – Australia (1993-2007)
The legendary bowler from New South Wales is regarded as one of the greatest bowlers ever. He ended his career as the most successful fast bowler in Tests before James Anderson beat his record. In terms of overall wickets in the longest format, McGrath holds the fifth position with 563 wickets in 124 matches, with an innings best of 8/24.
He finished his one-day career with a victory in the final of the 2007 ODI World Cup against Sri Lanka. McGrath was one of the chief contributors to Australia’s run in the tournament. He was deservedly bestowed with the man-of-the-tournament award. In the process, he became the leading wicket-taker in World Cups with 71 wickets to his name.
4) Imran Khan – Pakistan (1971-1992)
In a career spanning 21 years, Imran Khan achieved it all. He comfortably makes the list of the greatest all-rounders of all time. Imran had actually retired from cricket after heartbreak in the 1987 World Cup. However, he made a comeback to the team following Pakistan’s then-president, Zia-Ul-Haq’s request.
It turned out to be an amazing decision. In the 1992 World Cup held down-under, Imran Khan captained the Pakistan side to a victory over England in the final. In a fairytale ending, Imran took the final wicket of Richard Illingworth after scoring 72 with the bat in the first innings. At the age of 39, he finally retired from international cricket.
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