Top 5 Best Batsmen In The World And All About Their Career

By Anjali Sharma

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When it comes to the Best Batsmen in the world, only a selected few stand out. Ones with a blend of techniques, great temperament, Fitness, and above all sheer dominance rule the chart. 

Cricket often called the Gentleman’s game is one of the most widely played sports among the former colonial nations and with growing sports awareness is gaining global popularity. Since the beginning of the game, it has evolved and has witnessed some of the finest master strokes who have refined this game with their batting excellence. 

In this exploration of World Best Batsmen, we will explore all those cricket maestros who have blended themselves so well that only records are presented in their names. 

List Of Best Batsmen In the World Who Have Redefined Cricket 

Every cricketer dreams of being on the list of greatest cricketers around the globe and owning the game like no one else. Below is the list of all the Best Batsmen in the world, who are legendary bliss to the game and have demonstrated whole new possibilities of cricket.

Sachin Tendulkar (India)

Famous as the master blaster, Sachin is placed at the top of the list of the world’s best batsmen. This list is just incomplete without mentioning him. He is not only the best batsman but is also called the God of Cricket because of his form and the way he has played cricket in his entire career. He has lifted Indian cricket solely on his shoulders for over two decades and is the only player who has scored a total of 100 centuries.

Sachin Tendulkar Career Stats

Format Matches Runs Highest Average 100s 50s
Test 200 15,921 248* 53.78 51 68
ODI 463 18,426 200* 44.83 49 96
T20I 1 10 10 10.00 0 0
T20 League 78 2,334 100 33.83 1 13

Vivian Richards (West Indies) 

Playing on the West Indies front, Viv Richards has not just carved himself into the list for best batsman in all formats but has also brought a scene of aggressive batting to life. He is known best for his destructive batting style which dismantled the top bowling orders of the best teams out there. In addition to his batting style, this guy has never ever worn a helmet to the field throughout his entire career.

Vivian Richards Career Stats

Format Matches Runs Highest Average 100s 50s
Tests 121 8,540 291 50.24 24 45
ODI 187 6,721 189 47.0 11 45

Don Bradman (Australia)

Don Bradman debuted in cricket in the year 1928 and then never turned back. Playing with a batting average of 99.94, he has established himself as the greatest batsman of all time. He is the most unearthed champion that Australia could ever have. Throughout his 20-year career, he played in 52 Test matches and accumulated a total of  6996 runs.

Don Bradman Career Stats

Format Matches Runs Highest Average 100s 50s
Tests 52 6,996 334 99.94 29 13

Jack Hobbs (England)

Famous as “Master”, this Englishman is the leading run-scorer and also century-maker in the history of first-class cricket. Having played a total of 61 test matches and 834 first-class matches, he became the first player to hold a record for developing a technique against googly bowlers and later mastering all types of bowling. Hobbs was an occasional medium-paced bowler who bowled a good length and made the ball swing. earning recognition as one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history, Sir Jack Hobbs amassed 61,237 first-class runs and 199 centuries.

Jack Hobbs Career Stats

Format Matches Runs Highest Average 100s 50s
Tests 61 5,410 211 56.95 15 28

Brian Lara (West Indies) 

Starting his career in the 1990s against Pakistan, this Indies player is considered the greatest batsman as well as the greatest left-hander to ever play this game of Ball. entering the world of cricket he took on the responsibility of upholding the legacy of his former legends like Richards, sobers, and George Headley.

Following their footsteps he not just carried the responsibility of legacy but also carved a niche for himself and set a trend for upcoming generations to look upon. He holds several cricket records, including the record for the highest individual score in first-class cricket and the record for the highest individual score in international Test innings, after scoring 400 not out against England in 2004.

Brian Lara Career Stats

Format Matches Runs Highest Average 100s 50s
Tests 131 11,953 400 52.89 34 48
ODI 299 10,405 169 40.17 19 63

With this, our exploration of the best Batsman in the world comes to an end. We have explored the batsmen’s cricketing career from the past to the present. Whether it’s the modern-day great or legends legacy whose legacy still echoes in the stadiums, these batters have established not just records but also their places in the hearts of their fans and will always be remembered for their great contribution to the game. For future updates in the list, we will get it right here when new records knock in, so stay tuned and discover more of the game insights with us.

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Anjali Sharma

A lifelong cricket fan who always wants to learn and watch more about the game worldwide, I bring a fresh perspective to the Gentleman's Game with engaging and informative content. With an encyclopedic memory of historic matches, my knowledge of matches across the globe is as solid as a Kohli cover drive.

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