# 2 Sanath Jayasuriya:
The left-hander changed the concept of batting in the 50 over format with his aggressive and attacking style of play. The Sri-Lankan legend would clear the boundary with his powerful hitting abilities and timed the ball superbly.
Jayasuriya’s exquisite yet elegant drives would split the field easily. The former captain showed tremendous resolve and batted brilliantly under pressure. Jayasuriya was a shrewd operator while running between the wickets.
Anything short and the left-hander would cut the ball powerfully or pull the ball if it would be in the middle and leg area. Jayasuriya scored 13430 runs in 445 One Day Internationals. Jayasuriya didn’t hesitate to play the big shots against the spinners. Jayasuriya was also a wily off-spinner and got crucial breakthroughs with his off-spin.