5 greatest all-rounders of all time

Kallis is a modern day great
Kallis is a modern day great

#1 Imran Khan

Pakistan Captain Imran Khan in the 1992 Cricket World Cup Final
Pakistan Captain Imran Khan in the 1992 Cricket World Cup Final

Imran Khan's name is synonymous with leadership and confidence. His is a story of uplifting the morale and confidence of an entire nation. Imran built his reputation as a fiery bowler that delivered dread to the batsmen- both on the placid sub-continent pitches and the lively Australian or English pitches. His unflinching confidence in his abilities and in his pursuit to will his team to a win is truly a remarkable case study of a leader's unwillingness to lose.

His leadership in guiding Pakistan to the World Cup title in 1992 from seemingly difficult situations remains his single most admired achievement that is cherished and celebrated by his countrymen to this day.

His passion for mentoring young and upcoming Pakistan cricketers and his inspirational leadership gave rise to a whole new generation of superstar cricketers from Pakistan whose allegiance and belief in Imran Khan remain steadfast to this day.

So, Imran Khan, the all-rounder-par-excellence, a man admired by fans and peers alike, a leader who made his team world beaters is unquestionably the greatest all-rounders of all time.

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