Former Australian fast bowler Ryan Harris He revealed his personal list of his top five all-time knocks during his international career. Talkative The Fast Bowling Cartel Amidst the ongoing India-New Zealand white-ball series, YouTube channel Harris has offered rare insights into how batsmen at the peak of their powers actually test him.
Ryan Harris reveals his top 5 shots of all time
The list is headed by Kevin Pietersen
At number one, Harris chose a former England player Kevin PietersenA player he often faces during Ashes battles. Pietersen scored 13,797 international runs, including 32 centuries, and was instrumental in England’s victory in the 2010 T20 World Cup, where he was named Player of the Tournament. Harris described Pietersen as the most difficult batter he has ever bowled, citing his imposing presence at the crease and exceptional power. According to the former pacer, even small errors in length were punished and every delivery became a calculated risk.
“Since I finished playing, I’ve always said that he (KP) was always the hardest to bat on because, you know, the pitch or it was so big. For a normal batter, your length was almost half a volley to him or if he got one part short, he just backed off and he was very strong. So bowling for him was always difficult.” Harris said.
AB de Villiers took the second place
A South African legend AB de Villiers It ranked second on Harris’ list. One of the most versatile batsmen the game has seen, de Villiers has scored more than 20,000 international runs and registered 47 centuries. He also holds the record for the fastest ODI century achieved in just 31 balls. Harris praised de Villiers’ ability to dominate the bowlers in Tests, recalling matches where he could easily attack both the attack and the stone wall, while having the patience to bat for long periods.
“No 2, AB de Villiers. He’s been amazing and bowled some balls that you think again you and I bowled that we think that’s great and he’s just hitting it, you know or you know, or on the other hand, he was so good when we had a test match in South Africa that I think he could have faced something like that. Stonewall, he’s such a good all-rounder, he’s also an incredible fielder. can Harris added.
Joe Root takes the third wicket
The modern age of England is great Joe Root ranked third. Root has amassed over 22,000 international runs and is second only to Sachin Tendulkar in the aggregate of Test runs with nearly 14,000 runs and 41 Test centuries. Harris highlighted Root’s consistency and adaptability, citing their rematch in Test cricket as one of the most competitive challenges of his career.
“Number three is obviously Joe Root. Root is probably the greatest batsman of all time in terms of runs scored. Another player I’ve had a lot of good Tests with, he’s played a lot of my test matches with England again.” Harris explained.
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Hashim Amla’s elegance is impressive
The fourth place in the list is occupied by the former South African national team Hashim Amlawho finished his career with 18,672 international runs and 55 centuries. Harris recalled spells where he felt he bowled well, only for Amla’s timing and placement to dismantle the pitch with ease, highlighting his batsman’s exceptional hand-eye coordination.
“Number four, Hahim Amla. I think he was the one. I remember playing against him sometimes and running away thinking I was bowling well. Then he hit me there, hit me, hit me everywhere. And suddenly you feel like a bowling machine. His eye was incredible.” Harris added.
Sachin Tendulkar completes the top five
Completing the list in fifth place is the Indian symbol Sachin Tendulkarleading run-scorer in both Tests and ODIs. Harris admitted that he met Tendulkar towards the end of the latter’s career, but simply emphasized that having the opportunity to candle him was a defining experience. He concluded by acknowledging Tendulkar’s unparalleled legacy and lasting impact on the game.
“My last one, Sachin Tendulkar. I probably put him at five because I played him at the end of my career. He was probably out. I was able to get him out, which is probably saying a little bit, but looking back I think there was an opportunity for me to play against him more and obviously I played against Rahul Dravid. players.” Harris concluded.
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