1. Adam Gilchrist (Australia)

Here comes number one wicket-keeper of the world, a keeper from whom no any catch was difficult, a keeper who was best in all fields, a keeper who led from front, a keeper who was prominent player for his side, a player who was also called as Destructing Player from whom bowlers used to shiver, Yes He is none other than The great Gilchrist from Australia also called as Gilly :).

As Australia's 41st Test captain he found the extra burden tiring, and was happy for Ricky Ponting to step in once Steve Waugh retired. But as Ponting's fill-in he crossed the final frontier, leading Australia to their first series win in India for 35 years in 2004-05. As a wicketkeeper he lacked Rod Marsh's acrobatics and Ian Healy's finesse, and he probably peaked at 30 in 2002. But if he clutched few screamers he dropped even fewer sitters, although one easy offering in Adelaide convinced him it was time to go. During that match against India he briefly became the leading gloveman in Test cricket by overtaking Mark Boucher, then the following day announced his retirement from all cricket but the Indian Premier League.

Australian cricket was certainly blessed to have Gilly with them. Gilchrist brought so much to the cricket pitch, that he stumps you right there if you try to write songs praising him. How should we start? Gilchrist was, will have to say this, perfect when it came to wicket keeping. He followed the bowlers on either side of the wicket and even against a tricky Warne, Gilly was always upto the mark. As a batsman, Gilchrist would open with Hayden or provide that explosive ammo down the lower middle order at number seven. Be it the impressive placement of the ball or the dangerous assault that the man took right at the beginning; it was always a pleasurable sight for the fielding side to see Gilly’s back. Responsible for nearly900 dismissals and more than 15,000 runs to his name, Gilchrist with 33 centuries and 81 halff-centuries was a true asset for the side which dominated World Cricket for nearly 12 years.

No need to emphasise on his greatness, he clearly remains the greatest ever. A legend indeed, Gilly’s legacy will remain unmatched for quite some time and his records untouche.

Thanks Gilly for your fantabulous memories :)