5 most consistently destructive Test batsmen of all time
Test cricket is for the purists, where batsmen typically play in a circumspect manner and put a high price on their wickets. However, with the advent of white-ball cricket, we have witnessed players in the recent past who have brought their natural attacking style of batting to the fore in Tests also.
They have not just put bowlers under pressure but have also increased the entertainment value of the longest format in the game. It's worthwhile to look at 5 such batsmen who were able to combine their aggression with consistency. These are some of the most iconic names in the history of the game.
Taking longevity into consideration, we have only taken batsmen who have scored 5000 or more runs in Test cricket and have a strike rate of at least 60. Also, only retired players are considered for this list.
Let's take a closer look at the careers of these batsmen.