7 worst patches for legendary cricketers in Tests

5. Glenn McGrath

Glenn McGrath took just 8 wickets in 4 Tests in 2003

The most successful fast bowler in the history of Test cricket, Glenn McGrath, had an international career which saw him and the Australian team reach dizzy heights of success. In 124 Tests, the lanky pacer claimed as many as 563 wickets and averaged just under 22 with 29 five-wicket hauls to his name.

But despite being one of the most consistent performers in the game, McGrath did go through patches when he did not pick up enough wickets. Back in the year 2003, he played 4 Tests for Australia and could pick up just 8 wickets at an unusually high average of over 35. The surprising fact is that the phase included two Tests against a struggling Bangladesh side.