3. Salim Durani – Afghanistan
Salim Durani, who made the debut in the Indian team in 1960, was born in Kabul Afghanistan. He was an all-rounder who was a slow left-arm orthodox bowler and a left-handed batsman. He was famous for hitting big sixes.
The Arjuna awardee made his Test debut at the start of 1960 against Australia at the Brabourne Stadium. He featured in a total of 29 Test matches for India where he scored 1202 runs with the help of eight 50+ scores including a hundred. The spinner has also bagged 75 wickets with his left-arm spin at an average of 35.42.
He last played for India against Australia in 1973 in Mumbai. Salim was the crucial player for India in the victories against England and West Indies at home.