5 greatest Indian openers of all-time in ODIs

Australia v India - Tri-Series Game 10
Virender Sehwag enjoyed huge success as an opener

#2 Sourav Ganguly

India v Australia - 4th ODI
Sourav Ganguly changed Indian cricket forever with his captaincy skills

Sourav Ganguly carried the team's opening responsibilities on his shoulders for a large part of his career and demolished the bowlers with his aggressive approach. He took the attack to the bowlers in the first 10 overs and made use of the field restrictions well.

The southpaw was a wonderful player on the off-side and took the aerial route without any fear of getting caught. His powerful sixes will forever be cherished by the Indian cricket fans. Ganguly is also one of the most respected captains in the history of cricket.

Under his captaincy, India always played fearless cricket, with a never-ending hunger for victory. He is currently second on the list of most runs scored by Indian batsmen in one-day internationals.

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