Sachin Saga: Top 5 wicketkeepers in Sachin Tendulkar's latest game

Jos Buttler
Jos Buttler

'Sachin Saga Cricket Champions' is the latest game to have come to the masses which can be downloaded on both Android and iOS phones. Launched by the Master Blaster himself, the game plays host to some interesting graphics and levels which can be mastered as the game progresses.

The in-game features tasks such as chasing targets to win some rewards which can then be used to unlock players such as Vivian Richards, Virat Kohli makes the gameplay far more interesting.

Here's a list of five wicket-keepers, who are rated highly in the game.

#5 Jos Buttler - 80

The Englishman is infamous for his innovative batting and has emerged as one of the most dangerous OID batters. An experienced batsman in the shorter format of the game, Buttler has played 99 ODIs and 57 T20Is for England.

In the game, Buttler has 80 rating points against his name and although that does not really stand up to his standards, the keeper-batsman is ranked in the top 5 wicketkeepers of the game.

#4 Quinton De Kock - 107

Quinton De Kock
Quinton De Kock

Facing the new ball for South Africa in the limited overs format, Quinton De Kock is one of South Africa's hottest talents currently. A firm hooker of the short ball and with a knack to score runs at a good pace, De Kock has given South Africa great starts along with Hashim Amla at the top of the order.

De Kock starts as an automatic player in the 'Sachin Saga' squad and is the highest rated player in the starting squad with 107 batting points against his name owing to his influence and experience at the top of the order for South Africa.

#3 Adam Gilchrist - 140

It's safe to say that Gilchrist might not have had any haters right through his career
It's safe to say that Gilchrist might not have had any haters right through his career

One of Australia's greatest wicket-keeper batsmen of all time, Gilchrist's prowess with the bat was always something Australia could rely on if they were in trouble. Coming in to bat in the late middle order, Gilchrist's ability to strike the long ball out of the park transformed him into one of the best batters in during his time.

Having scored 9,619 runs from 287 ODIs, Gilchrist was a force to reckon with in the ODIs and his flexibility behind the stumps certainly added to his flair. The question remains - although 140 is good, is it a little too less for someone so great?

#2 Kumar Sangakkara - 160

Sangakkara is one of Sri Lanka's greatest ever players
Sangakkara is one of Sri Lanka's greatest ever

Sri Lanka's heartbeat, a smiling assassin, Kumar Sangakkara's flowing blade was a treat to watch. Delectable flicks, smooth cover drives were the trademarks of his innings while his wicketkeeping was a sight to savour.

One of the most consistent batsmen of all time, Sangakkara amassed a total of 14,324 runs in ODI cricket, and 1,382 runs T20s, the shortest format of the game. To add to that, he has also taken 427 catches and made 119 stumpings in LOIs.

Given his stature in international cricket, it's no surprise that Sangakkara has such a high ranking in the game. Hence, it is no surprise that the Sri Lanka legend makes this list.

#1 Mahendra Singh Dhoni - 175

Dhoni is the highest rated keeper in the game
Dhoni is the highest rated keeper in the game

India's most successful Limited Over International captain, Dhoni is undoubtedly the best wicketkeeper in the game given his contribution to Indian cricket and cricket as a whole. One of the best finishers in the game, Dhoni averages 51.55 in ODI cricket with 9,898 runs from 312 games and that is a remarkable feat, considering that he has played most of his career at No.5 or No.6.

Destructive in the slog overs, Dhoni has become a household figure in Indian cricket and his skills behind the stumps are better than most. Lightning quick with his stumpings, Dhoni's understanding of the game has always been a major influence in Indian cricket and with all these describing him as one of the best cricketing minds going around, it's pretty clear as to why Dhoni is the highest rated keeper in the game.

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