#3. Ian Botham (England)

One of England's most successful all-rounder till date, Ian Botham carried the burden of his country's expectations on his shoulders quite magnificently in his times. An inspiring figure both on and off the field, Botham's self-belief helped him pull off some remarkable performances in the whites for England. A career that spanned over fifteen years saw Ian being known as one of the greatest all-rounders to ever play the game.
Landmarks were a mere formality for the great man who always played the game in the right spirits. His ton against Pakistan in 1978 and then figures of 6-101 and 5-39 against the Black Caps in the same year saw his name carved on the honours board for an unusual feat. He later achieved as many as five five-wicket hauls at the historic ground to add to his tally of astonishing performances at the Home of Cricket.
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