The Most Famous Cricket Player, Ranked
Voting rules: Choose the cricket player you think is the most famous!
Updated on May 4, 2024 07:04
Fans often debate about who the top cricket player is, citing records and personal feats to support their favorites. These discussions bring communities together, sparking spirited conversations and sharing of insights. By ranking the most famous cricket players, enthusiasts gain clarity and consensus on where their favorites stand amidst their peers.
This site offers every cricket fan a chance to voice their opinion by voting for who they believe deserves top recognition. Each vote contributes to a dynamic leaderboard, reflecting the current sentiments and preferences of fans worldwide. Your participation ensures that the results remain current and truly reflective of the community's view.
Who Is the Most Famous Cricket Player?
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139votesConsidered to be one of the greatest batsmen of all time, Tendulkar holds numerous world records in cricket. He scored 100 international centuries, the most by any player in the history of the game.Sachin Tendulkar in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous cricket player in India
- Position 2 of 10 in Most talented person in India
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous idol in India
- Position 2 of 10 in Most popular athlete in India
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246votesRegarded as the greatest cricket player of all time, Bradman had an astonishing batting average of 99.94 in Test cricket.
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322votesThe West Indian batsman holds the record for the highest individual score in Test cricket, scoring 400 not out against England in 2004.Brian Lara in other rankings
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous Trinidadian
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous Brian
- Position 5 of 10 in Most famous Jamaican cricketer
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Original uploader was ShattaAD at en.wikipedia · Public domainThe former West Indies captain is considered one of the finest batsmen of all time. He scored 8,540 runs in Test cricket at an average of 50.23.Vivian Richards in other rankings- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous Jamaican cricketer
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YellowMonkey/Blnguyen · CC BY-SA 4.0The South African all-rounder is one of the greatest all-round cricketers in history. He scored over 13,000 runs and took 292 wickets in Test cricket. -
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YellowMonkey/Blnguyen · CC BY-SA 4.0The former Australian captain is regarded as one of the best batsmen of his generation. He is the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket and won three World Cups with Australia.Ricky Ponting in other rankings- Position 4 of 10 in Most famous cricket player in Australia
- Position 4 of 10 in Most famous Tasmanian
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John P Darcy · Public domainThe former Australian captain was known for his mental toughness and leadership skills. He scored over 10,000 runs in Test cricket and won two World Cups with Australia.Steve Waugh in other rankings- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous cricket player in Australia
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83votesThe Australian leg-spinner is regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in cricket history. He took 708 wickets in Test cricket and was instrumental in Australia's dominance in the 1990s and early 2000s.Shane Warne in other rankings
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous cricket player in Australia
- Position 4 of 10 in Most famous person in Melbourne
- Position 5 of 10 in Most famous athlete in Australia
- Position 7 of 10 in Most famous person in Victoria
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Fuzheado · CC BY-SA 4.0The Pakistani left-arm fast bowler is considered one of the greatest bowlers of all time. He took 414 wickets in Test cricket and was a key member of the Pakistan team that won the 1992 World Cup.Wasim Akram in other rankings- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous cricketer in Pakistan
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104votesThe Sri Lankan off-spinner is the highest wicket-taker in Test cricket history, with 800 wickets. He was a crucial member of the Sri Lankan team that won the 1996 World Cup.Muttiah Muralitharan in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous person in Sri Lanka
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous Sri Lankan
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Ranking factors for famous cricket player
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Career statisticsThe player's overall performance and achievements in their career, such as runs scored, wickets taken, and matches won.
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PopularityThe player's popularity, both in their home country and internationally, can be considered an important factor.
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Impact on the gameThe impact a player has on the game of cricket, including their innovations and contributions to the sport's development.
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Awards and recognitionThe number of awards received and the number of times they have been recognized by their peers is also an important factor.
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Behavioral conductFinally, players with excellent track records of sportsmanship, fair play, and ethical behavior both on and off the field could be given preference.
About this ranking
This is a community-based ranking of the most famous cricket player. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or Batsman is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!
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- 158 votes
- 10 ranked items
Voting Rules
A participant may cast an up or down vote for each Batsman once every 24 hours. The rank of each Batsman is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.
More information on most famous cricket player
Cricket is a sport that is loved and adored by millions of people around the world, and it is considered one of the most popular sports in many countries, especially in India, Pakistan, Australia, and England. The sport has produced some of the most iconic and legendary players in history, and the debate about who is the most famous cricket player of all time is one that continues to rage on to this day. From the likes of Sir Don Bradman and Sachin Tendulkar to Imran Khan and Brian Lara, there are many players who have left an indelible mark on the sport and on the hearts of cricket fans everywhere. So, who is the most famous cricket player? Let's explore some of the contenders and find out.
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