10 all-rounders who played for a long time

3. Imran Khan

One of the most complete all-rounders of the modern game, he inspired a generation of Pakistani youngsters to become cricketers. At the age of 39, and in the twilight of his starry career, Imran managed to shrewdly use his resources to win the 1992 World Cup.

Imran achieved the all-rounders triplet (3000 runs and 300 wickets in Tests) in 75 Tests, just three Tests more than Ian Botham's record. He took 362 wickets, and averaged 38 with the bat, scoring six Test tons.

His good looks and charismatic personality made him the darling of the crowd, as well as fodder for controversial tabloids. Yet, nothing can take away his immense contribution to the game, and Pakistani cricket in particular. He played for more than twenty years at the international level.