“Several cricketers excelled representing different nations, including Ed Joyce (Ireland, England), Dwayne Bravo (West Indies, England), and Eoin Morgan (Ireland, England), showcasing diverse talent across international cricket.”
5. Eoin Morgan
Eoin Morgan, the former captain of England, played 225 ODIs, scoring 6,957 runs with an average of 40.43 and 14 centuries. In T20Is, he accumulated 2,499 runs in 115 matches. Known for his aggressive batting style, Morgan led England to victory in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, becoming a pivotal figure in the team’s modern success.
Eoin Morgan Career Records
Format | Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Strike Rate |
ODIs | 248 | 7,701 | 40.43 | 14 | 47 | 90.18 |
T20Is | 136.24 | |||||
Tests | 16 | 700 | 30.43 | 2 | 3 | 60.09 |
4. Luke Ronchi : Australia and New Zealand
Luke Ronchi is a former cricketer who represented both Australia and New Zealand. A wicketkeeper-batsman known for his explosive batting, he played a pivotal role in limited-overs formats.
Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | HS |
ODIs | 85 | 73 | 2,102 | 32.18 | 1 | 9 | 170 |
T20Is | 29 | 24 | 536 | 22.33 | 0 | 2 | 79 |
First class | 158 | 228 | 7,379 | 35.83 | 15 | 36 | 200 |
3. Nawab of Pataudi Sr. – England and India
Iftikhar Ali Khan, sometimes I. A. K. Pataudi (16 March 1910 – 5 January 1952) was the 8th Nawab and the Captain of the India for the ttour to England i n 1946. His son Mnasoor, known as the Nawab of Pataudi, Jr, also later served as captain of the India cricket team.
He also played Test for the England in 1932 and 1934, making him one of the few cricketers to have played Test cricket for two countries and the only Test cricketer to have played for both India and England. He played in six Tests in all, three as captain of India and three for England.
Format | Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Wickets |
Test | 46 | 2,441 | 34.91 | 6 | 14 | 68 |
ODI | 2 | 51 | 25.50 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
2. Kepler Wessels – Australia and South Africa
Kepler Wessels, an Australian-born cricketer, played for South Africa and Australia. He was known for his solid batting technique. In Tests, he scored 3,000+ runs; in ODIs, he amassed over 3,500 runs, contributing significantly to both teams.
Format Matches Runs Average 100s 50s
Tests 53 3,037 40.00 5 14
ODIs 102 3,576 40.10 1 20
Format | Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s |
Tests | 53 | 3,037 | 40.00 | 5 | 14 |
ODIs | 102 | 3576 | 40.10 | 1 | 20 |
1. Abdul Hafeez Kardar- Father of Pakistani cricket
Abdul Hafeez Kardar, a pioneering cricketer, represented both India (pre-partition) and Pakistan. Known as the “Father of Pakistan cricket,” he captained Pakistan in their first Test series. Kardar played 26 Tests, scoring 927 runs at an average of 23.76, with a highest score of 93, and took 21 wickets at an average of 45.42. His leadership and all-round skills were pivotal in shaping Pakistan cricket.
Category Record
Test Matches 26
Runs Scored 927
Batting Average 23.76
Highest Score 93
Wickets Taken 21
Bowling Average 45.42
Category | Record |
Test Matches | 26 |
Runs Scored | 927 |
Batting Average | 23.76 |
Highest Score | 93 |
Wickets Taken | 21 |
Bowling Average | 45.42 |