Former Indian cricket team spinner Harbhajan Singh has sparked a debate by excluding current stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from his list of the top three batters in the world. Instead, he opted for legendary figures Sachin Tendulkar, Jacques Kallis, and Brian Lara.
Harbhajan's choice has raised eyebrows, given Kohli and Sharma's dominance in modern cricket. However, the veteran spinner explained his reasoning, stating that he values consistency, longevity, and impact over a player's current form.
"Sachin is the greatest of all time," Harbhajan said. "Kallis was a complete all-rounder, and Lara was a match-winner."
Former Indian batter Robin Uthappa echoed Harbhajan's sentiments, selecting Sir Vivian Richards, Tendulkar, and Lara as his top three.
Meanwhile, former Australia captain Aaron Finch also included Tendulkar and Lara, with Ricky Ponting completing his trio.
However, former India all-rounder Suresh Raina included both Kohli and Sharma in his top three, along with England's Joe Root.
Harbhajan's exclusion of Kohli and Sharma has sparked a lively discussion among cricket fans. Some argue that the current Indian stars deserve to be recognized for their exceptional performances, while others maintain that the legendary players selected by Harbhajan have proven their greatness over a longer period.
The debate highlights the subjective nature of ranking players and the different criteria that can be used to assess their contributions to the game. Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide who they believe are the greatest batters of all time.
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