Sir Donald Bradman
People called him “The Don.” He was cricket’s greatest batting. His Test average was 99.94. This is cricket’s most famous statistic. It’s one of sport’s greatest achievements. He played for Australia from 1928 to 1948. His batting was methodical and innovative. He combined classic technique with aggressive play. This helped him score runs faster than anyone before.
Sachin Tendulkar
Known as the “Little Master,” Tendulkar played for 24 years. He scored 100 international centuries. He made 34,357 international runs. His technique was nearly perfect. He mixed classical style with modern aggression. He could play well in all formats and conditions. He changed cricket in India forever.
Sir Vivian Richards
“Master Blaster” Viv Richards mixed power with grace. He batted without a helmet against fast bowlers. He dominated in the 1970s and 1980s. His Test strike rate was 90, very high for his time. He played with great confidence. He scared bowling teams. Many consider him cricket’s most intimidating batting.
Brian Lara
Brian Lara was a graceful left-handed batting. He holds the highest individual scores:
- 501 not out in first-class cricket
- 400 not out in Test matches The “Prince of Trinidad” mixed Caribbean style with great focus. He could score quickly or slowly. His high backlift and cover drives looked beautiful.
Ricky Ponting
Ricky “Punter” Ponting led Australia’s most successful team. He showed modern aggressive batting. His pull shot became famous. He could dominate from the start. He scored 13,378 Test runs with 41 centuries. He played best in important matches.
Jacques Kallis
Jacques Kallis was cricket’s best all-rounder. His batting alone made him legendary. He had perfect technique. His focus was incredible. He scored 45 Test centuries. Many came in tough conditions. He played well in all formats.
Kumar Sangakkara
Kumar Sangakkara combined elegant batting with consistency. His Test average was 57.40. This showed his excellent technique. He started as a wicketkeeper-batting. He became a specialist batting. He could score runs anywhere. He was one of cricket’s most complete players.
Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli shows modern batting excellence. He sets new standards in all formats. He combines aggression with perfect technique. He scores consistently everywhere. He masters chase innings in limited-overs games. He scores centuries regularly.
Conclusion
These batting helped cricket evolve. They kept cricket’s traditional excellence. Their impact goes beyond statistics. They changed how future players approach batting. They showed what’s possible in cricket. They inspire cricketers worldwide. They demonstrated batting’s art and skill.
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