5 part-time bowlers who did well for India in World Cups

#4 Mohammad Azharuddin

Not a lot of people know that Mohammed Azharuddin could bowl as well. In fact, he has picked up 12 wickets in ODI cricket in his career. He has bowled over close to 95 overs in international cricket. But that was early on in his career.

Azharuddin has played four World Cups (1987, 1992, 1996, 1999) but bowled in only the first one. He bowled in seven games and picked up five wickets. In his very first World Cup game which was against Australia, he took a three-wicket haul as he helped India wrap up the Aussie tail and helped them win the game.

That was a very productive World Cup for the stylish Hyderabadi player as showcased multiple skills and that set the tone for his career. In fact, he went onto lead India in the next three World Cups and was a vital member of the batting line-up as well.