5 Indian middle order batsmen who became superb openers

1. Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar

As someone who batted lower down at no.5 or no.6, Sachin was not getting enough opportunities to showcase his abundant talent. However, once he pushed to opening the batting, his career transformed completely.

Sachin, being the aggressive batsman that he is, enjoyed the cushion of the batting in the field restriction overs, and managed to get India off to a quick start on most occasions. Sachin got all but four of his 49 ODI centuries opening the batting.

Inspired decision, then it was from the team management to promote Sachin up the order and make full use of his ability.