The Greatest Test XI of All Time

Rahul Dravid (India)

Rahul Dravid is popularly hailed as The Wall

The role of a No.3 batsman is indispensable in Test cricket. In case of an early wicket, the batsman has to set the tone for the innings, and coming in after a huge opening partnership he has to maintain the momentum.

Rahul Dravid forms the perfect choice for this slot, as he personifies class, elegance and discipline. Labelled as "The Wall', he had the ability to frustrate the opposition with his patient and meticulous approach, mentally more than physically.

Dravid can be typecast as a quintessential Test batsman, as he ended up facing the most deliveries and facing the most number of balls in the format, in his illustrious career. He proved his mettle on all turfs and bowling attacks, as he is the only player to score a century in all 10 Test playing nations during his career.

He was also a sharp fielder in the slip cordon, with the record for most catches by a non-wicketkeeper, 210.

Sachin Tendulkar (India)

Sachin Tendulkar has the highest runs and centuries in Test Cricket

There cannot be a squad of greatest players without Master Blaster's name. Sachin Tendulkar has been a prolific run scorer in red ball cricket, in a career spanning over two decades.

Sachin Tendulkar's career defined a benchmark of longevity, as he successfully competed with almost five generations of players. His inclusion in the squad ushers in a sense of tranquillity and solidarity as he ticks all the checkboxes of a complete batsman.

Sachin was a multi-dimensional player, who had the ability to step up in all sorts of situations. He had the ability to build the innings patiently, score at a brisk pace and negotiate some of the finest bowling attacks to save a match. He could wear as well as tear the bowling attack with his wide array of shots.

The maestro also had a golden arm, contributing with crucial breakthroughs and breaking giant partnerships. Statistically, Tendulkar ended up as the most successful batsman, with the most runs and centuries in red ball cricket.

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Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid are complete batsmen in all respects, with the mettle to score overseas and play match-changing innings. They form a formidable middle order