Top 5 Test Batsmen of the decade

#3 Hashim Amla (Matches - 85, Runs - 6695, Average - 49.96)

Hashim Amla

Hashim Amla had been the batting mainstay for South Africa for years. The stylish right-hand batsman has been exceptional for the Proteas as he has played some gritty innings for the side. The calmness and serenity that Amla brings to the table is incomparable. Playing most of his cricket on the bouncy and challenging wickets in South Africa, Amla has been able to keep his average close to 50 in the last decade.

The South African opener has also been extremely effective on the slow sub-continent pitches. Also, some of the greats of South African cricket like Graeme Smith, Jacques Kallis and Mark Boucher hung up their boots during this time which meant extra responsibility on Amla. His vulnerability to fast bowling increased in the latter part of his career. His form dipped in the last two years as he averaged 26.84 and 27 in 2018 and 2019 respectively. Amla retired after the 2019 World Cup.