10 best players of all time from Middlesex

7 John Emburey

John Emburey of England

Right arm off-spinner John Emburey made a formidable spin combination with Phil Edmonds for much of the 1970s and 1980s, as Middlesex became one of the best sides in the County Championships.

Emburey was primarily known for his ability to keep things tight with his accuracy and the ability to play on the patience of the batsman. Using these methods, he became one of Middlesex's best spinners and ended up as one of their highest wicket-takers with a tally of 1250 wickets. His arm-ball that seemed to swing in the air was one of his most devastating variations.

Emburey also played 64 Test matches for England and picked up 147 wickets at an average of 38.40. His excellent record for Middlesex, however, makes him one of the best players in the county's history.