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1. Which wicket-keeper passed Allan Knott's record of dismissals, and ended up with a grand total of 355 dismissals in 96 test matches?
2. Who was the all-rounder who finished with 434 wickets in test cricket, and was known for his fast scoring with the bat?
3. Which powerfully-built West Indian batsman once scored 1710 runs in a calendar year, and had a highest score of 291?
4. Who, in 86 test matches, took more than 5 wickets per game (on average), had a nickname of Paddles, and was handy with the bat as well?
5. Which all-rounder finished his career with 383 wickets and held the record for the fastest double-century in test matches until Adam Gilchrist broke it in 2002?
6. This off-spinner once had to overcome the ignominy of being no-balled for throwing. He passed the 400-wicket mark in his 72nd test, making him the fastest ever to reach that milestone. What is his name?
7. This legendary batsman held many records when he retired, including the most catches (156) in tests by a non-wicket-keeper, the first to pass 150 in both innings of a test match, and the most matches (156). Who is he?
8. This Indian opener was the first to pass the 10,000-run mark. He also scored an amazing 34 centuries in his test career, with a highest score of 236. Who is he?
9. Which South African fast bowler took 330 wickets in his test career, and was the first South African to pass the 300-wicket mark?
10. Which wicket-keeper batsman played for the West Indies during most of the 1980s and scored 5 test centuries?
11. Who was the first bowler to pass the 350-wicket mark in test cricket?
12. This Sri Lankan batsman played 89 test matches over a 16-and-a-half year period, scored 19 centuries, and averaged just under 42. What is his name?
13. Which West Indian fast bowler finished his career with 519 test wickets, and was the first bowler to break the 450- and 500-wicket marks?
14. Which England opener played 108 matches, made 8114 runs, with 22 centuries and was once dropped for slow scoring?
15. Which batsman was captain for 15 of Australia's 16 consecutive wins from 1999 to 2001, made his test debut in 1986, and once got out handled the ball?
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