Top 5 all-rounders of modern-day Test cricket

#5 Andrew Flintoff

Flintoff's all-round feats made him a superstar in English circles

For the first few years in international cricket, Andrew Flintoff struggled to live up to his promise, but later he went on to establish himself as one of the finest all-rounders of his generation.

His all-round feats in the 2005 Ashes played a pivotal role in England winning the series and triggered a fiery debate - "Is he as good as Sir Ian Botham?" The way in which he tormented the likes of Adam Gilchrist in the series became the stuff of legends.

A look at the careers of both players reveals that Botham is the better all-rounder by a notch but the mere fact that Flintoff became the only English player to elicit comparisons with the legendary all-rounder is in itself a massive honour.

Physically, 'Freddie Flintoff' was an intimidating figure with a giant frame and he carried the same intimidating aura into his batting as well. He could batter the ball a long way and launch a murderous assault on bowling attacks. For a period of time, England's success or failure heavily depended on the performance of Flintoff. Nobody except Kevin Peterson has had as much impact on England's fortunes.