Commentators XI - A squad of ex-cricketers and current commentators

It has become quite common for cricketers who have played up to a decent level, to get into the commentary box post retirement in recent years.Only those cricketers who have truly earned their stripes in international cricket, however, manage to be revered for their commentary and for their thoughts on the game, with a few notable exceptions of course.Here is a playing XI consisting of commentators who were distinguished international cricketers during their playing days:

#1 Mark Taylor

Mark Taylor’s captaincy credentials could easily make you overlook the fact that he was also a very distinguished opening batsman during his decade-long international career with Australia. He scored 7,525 runs from 104 Tests at an average of 43.49, with a highest score of 334* against Pakistan, and will go down in history as one of the finest captains Australia has ever produced.

Post retirement in 1999, he has moved seamlessly into the Channel Nine commentary box, and is known for expressing his forthright and insightful views on various issues surrounding the game of cricket.