Exposing weaknesses of 10 top cricketers

Even the world's greatest cricketers have shortcomings in their game, and astute opponents are well aware of them, which comes through constantly reading the one against them. Every spectacular cover drive or impossible yorker hides a minor flaw that might be a game-changer. These weaknesses, often hidden beneath brilliance, distinguish the successful cricketers from those who are genuinely invincible.

Every player, from budding stars to modern-day legends, has a blind spot. Opponents are constantly keeping an eye on a spinner who struggles on flat surfaces or a batter plagued by an early swing. Here's a look at what the scorecards don't reveal—the flaws that even the best can't disguise.

Here are the weaknesses of some most famous cricketers

10. Shaheen Shah Afridi—Effectless on flat wickets; goes flat once the ball stops swinging

Shaheen Shah Afridi, dubbed the Eagle by his fans, is devastating when the ball is swinging, but when it stops moving in the air, he appears average. On slow or flat wickets, his pace alone is unable to unsettle batsmen, as he frequently meanders in line and length. His concern about injuring his knee has prevented him from bowling at full tilt.

Smart teams counter his opening spell and then attack. His lessened efficacy without swing is concerning, particularly in T20s, when flatter decks are prevalent. Until he develops stronger variations or a reverse swing, flat tracks will continue to negate his danger.