Top 5 overseas captains with great records on Indian soil

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Clive Lloyd (left) was one of the greatest captains of all time

#4 Richie Benaud

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His near-perfect record in India will always be part of the legacy that is Richie Benaud
His near-perfect record in India will always be part of the legacy that is Richie Benaud

The late great Australian cricketer and captain turned commentator Richie Benaud made his Australian debut in 1952 against the West Indies. A leg-spinner with pinch-hitting ability lower down the order, Benaud took his time to settle into the Aussie ranks.

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He was appointed captain in '59 and helped Australia regain the Ashes trophy, after which he produced some brilliant bowling performances in India, guiding the Aussies to a comfortable 2-1 series win, inflicting heavy innings defeats.

Benaud toured India in '56 as well, part of the team that beat the hosts 2-0, picking up crucial wickets along the way. His near-perfect record in India will always be part of the legacy that is Richie Benaud.

Benaud won 2 of 3 matches in India as captain.

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