5 Cricket legends who timed their retirements to perfection

#3 Glenn McGrath

Glenn McGrath: A once in a lifetime fast bowler

Pidge a.k.a Pigeon as he was popularly known, was one of the best fast bowlers in cricket history. McGrath debuted for Australia in 1993-94 against New Zealand. His performances against a strong West Indian unit in 1995-96 earned praise. With an amazing ability to consistently bowl immaculate lines, he tormented many opening batsmen through his career. Mike Atherton was his bunny as he dismissed him a record 19 times in 17 Tests. McGrath also had a very special rivalry with Brain Lara and accounted him 18 times.

McGrath was a vital cog in a very strong Australian unit that dominated the cricketing arena in the late 90s and early 2000s. He was one of the main contributors which led to Australia winning 3 successive World Cups in 1999, 2003 and 2007. He retired against England in 2006-07 after completing a 5-0 whitewash. When he finished he was the most successful fast bowler in cricket history with 563 wickets in 124 tests @ 21.64.

After a successful campaign in the 2007 World Cup, he became the highest wicket taker in World Cup history. He was awarded the Man of the Series for his performances and McGrath retired from international cricket on a high.