Top 11 Batsmen against pace bowling in the last four decades

Kumar Sangakkara

Sangakkara, who was a wicket-keeper for a big chunk of his cricketing days, almost has a Bradmanesque average amongst contemporaries. Like Indian batsmen, he had to bear the brunt of playing high-quality fast bowlers from around the world, without having much practice against his own, brought up on low, slow pitches.

He averages 60 in Australia, 41 in England, 61 in New Zealand and 35.75 in South Africa. His numbers are better overall, especially against the same teams at home. More importantly, Sangakkara, is one of the few batsmen from the sub-continent who have scored runs around the world under all conditions.

Add to that the elegance of a southpaw and we have a definite hit!