The 16 Greatest Australian Cricketers of All Time

Baggy-green legends span a century of Test dominance, from prewar run-machines to today's fast-bowling spearheads. Who tops your all-time XI?

1

Michael Clarke

Stylish batsman and World Cup-winning captain known for his sharp tactical mind.

1000pts

2

Ricky Ponting

Australia's leading Test and ODI run-scorer and a two-time World Cup-winning captain.

972pts

3

Matthew Hayden

Powerful opening batsman who bullied bowlers and once held the highest Test score.

972pts

4

Pat Cummins

World-class fast bowler and current Test captain who led Australia to global titles.

972pts

5

Shane Warne

Leg-spin genius who took 708 Test wickets and revived the art of wrist-spin bowling.

897pts

6

Don Bradman

Widely regarded as the greatest batsman in history, with a Test average of 99.94 that stands unmatched.

897pts

7

Dennis Lillee

Fearsome fast bowler considered one of the finest pace bowlers of his generation.

897pts

8

Adam Gilchrist

Explosive wicketkeeper-batsman who redefined the role with attacking strokeplay.

833pts

9

Steve Waugh

Gritty middle-order batsman and captain who built Australia's dominant winning era.

833pts

10

Mitchell Starc

Left-arm quick famed for searing pace and match-winning World Cup spells.

833pts

11

Keith Miller

Charismatic all-rounder of the post-war era, brilliant with bat and ball.

757pts

12

Allan Border

Durable left-hander who captained Australia out of a slump and set a run-scoring benchmark.

757pts

13

Glenn McGrath

Metronomic fast bowler who claimed 563 Test wickets with relentless accuracy.

666pts

14

Brett Lee

Express fast bowler beloved for his raw speed and wholehearted aggression.

666pts

15

Greg Chappell

Elegant top-order batsman and captain regarded as one of Australia's finest stylists.

555pts

16

Steve Smith

Modern run-machine whose unorthodox technique has drawn comparisons to Bradman.

555pts