Who Are the Six True Modern Cricketers of All Three Formats?

KEY POINTS

• Harry Brook is England’s multi-format solution with a 54+ Test average and 150+ T20I strike-rate.
• Yashasvi Jaiswal’s explosive 164.31 T20I strike-rate complements his classical 49.23 Test average.
• Marco Jansen is South Africa’s vital two-in-one player with 89 Test wickets and ODI batting.
• Mohammad Rizwan’s exceptional T20I average of 47.41 sets a new benchmark for keeper-batter consistency.
• Jacob Duffy’s record 81-wicket year showcases a metronomic threat across all formats.

ISLAMABAD: In an era of cricketing specialisation, a few versatile stars shine as masters of all trades, conquering the unique challenges of Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.

As the global calendar bulges and T20 leagues dominate, the ability to not just adapt but excel across all three formats has become the ultimate luxury.

WE News English explores the six standout cricketers who are proving they are built for this exacting, all-encompassing role.

1. Harry Brook (England) – The Run-Machine Pillar

Amidst a period of transition for English cricket, 26-year-old Harry Brook has emerged as an indispensable constant. He is the embodiment of the modern, aggressive batsman, yet his technique is robust enough to flourish everywhere.

In Tests, he is a cornerstone of the ‘BazBall’ philosophy, nearing 3,000 runs at an average of over 54. In ODIs, he provides vital middle-order impetus with a strike-rate above 103.

And in T20Is, his strike-rate of 151.72 cements him as a world-class finisher. Brook is England’s solution to the multi-format puzzle.

• Tests: 2,993 runs in 56 innings at an average of 54.41 and a strike-rate (SR) of 86.52, with 10 centuries.
• ODIs: 1,170 runs in 35 innings at an SR of 103.26.
• T20Is: 1,012 runs in 44 innings at a blistering SR of 151.72.

Brook’s numbers reveal a unique blend: Test-match accumulation, 50-over stability, and T20 firepower.

2. Yashasvi Jaiswal (India) – The Prodigious Force

The 23-year-old opener’s figures sketch the trajectory of a future great built for every challenge.

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s rapid rise signals the arrival of a potential all-format great for India. The 23-year-old opener possesses a rare fusion of traditional Test-match temperament and fearless white-ball power.

His mammoth 712-run series against England announced his Test credentials, while a T20I strike-rate of 164.31 showcases his ability to dominate from the first ball.

With a century in his limited ODI chances, Jaiswal presents a complete package, poised to lead India’s batting line-up for years to come.

• Tests: 2,511 runs in 53 innings at an average of 49.23, including a monumental 712-run series against England.
• ODIs: 171 runs in just 4 innings at an average of 57.00, with one century.
• T20Is: 723 runs in 22 innings at a staggering SR of 164.31.

Jaiswal’s stats showcase a perfect hybrid: classical opener’s averages paired with a modern, explosive strike-rate.

3. Marco Jansen (South Africa) – The All-Round Colossus

The 6’8″ left-armer’s dual value is quantified in both the wicket and run columns.

In the towering frame of Marco Jansen, South Africa may have found the long-awaited successor to the all-round void left by Jacques Kallis.

The left-armer is a genuine wicket-taking threat in Tests (89 wickets) and a handful in limited-overs cricket.

Crucially, he adds significant value with the bat, scoring gritty, contributive runs down the order in every format.

Jansen is the precious dual-skilled asset that makes any team immediately more balanced and dangerous.

• Bowling (Tests): 89 wickets in 38 innings.
• Bowling (ODIs): 49 wickets in 32 innings.
• Batting (Tests): 624 runs at an SR of 54.49.
• Batting (ODIs): 553 runs at an SR of 112.39.

Jansen’s statistics confirm he is a genuine two-in-one player: a frontline bowler who is also an impactful lower-order batsman.

4. Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan) – Mr. Consistency

Mohammad Rizwan has established himself as a model of consistency and adaptability across cricket’s three formats.

In Test cricket, he is a resilient middle-order anchor, averaging nearly 40 with a strike rate of 54. His ODI record is the picture of reliability, averaging over 41 while balancing accumulation with steady tempo.

He has revolutionized his game most dramatically in T20Is, where he has become a world-class superstar.

Rizwan, a key player in major international leagues such as the BBL, awaits his selection for the T20 squad ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup in February 2026.

Averaging an exceptional 47.41 with a healthy strike rate of 125, he combines incredible consistency with impactful scoring, making him one of the format’s most valuable and prolific batters.

Now 33, Rizwan remains a pivotal leader and a pillar of reliability in the national side.

• Batting (Tests): 2399 runs in 41 matches, including 3 centuries.
• Batting (ODIs): 2921 runs at an average of 41.72 with 4 centuries and 19 fifties.
• Batting (T20Is): 3414 runs at SR of 125.37 with an average of 47.41.
• Behind the wickets: 108 catches and 10 stumps in Test, 111 catches and 7 stumps in ODI’s and 55 catches and 12 stumps in T20I’s

5. Jacob Duffy (New Zealand) – The Metronomic Match-Winner

The 31-year-old seamer’s landmark 2025 season is etched in record-breaking numbers that span formats.

Jacob Duffy’s inclusion underscores that all-format brilliance isn’t solely about youth. At 31, the New Zealand seamer enjoyed a landmark 2025, breaking Sir Richard Hadlee’s national record for most international wickets in a calendar year.

His success lies in remarkable consistency: 25 wickets in just 8 Test innings, economical spells in ODIs, and a stellar T20I strike-rate of 13.8.

Duffy proves that precision, skill, and durability can trump sheer pace across every arena.

2025 Record: Broke Sir Richard Hadlee’s record with 81 international wickets in a calendar year.

• Tests: 25 wickets in just 8 innings, with three 5-wicket hauls.
• ODIs: 35 wickets in 19 innings at an economy of 5.90.
• T20Is: 53 wickets in 36 innings at a phenomenal bowling strike-rate of 13.8.

Duffy’s metrics highlight unparalleled consistency and wicket-taking threat regardless of the game’s duration.

6. Cameron Green (Australia) – The Universal Asset

The Australian’s status as the premier all-format all-rounder is backed by comprehensive contributions.

Cameron Green has solidified his status as the prototype of the modern all-format all-rounder. His record-breaking IPL contract is a testament to his T20 value, but his skills are truly universal.

He can graft a Test century, anchor or accelerate an ODI innings, and unleash a 160+ strike-rate in T20s.

With the ball, he provides crucial wickets and balance. Green is the ultimate franchise and international cornerstone, a player who fundamentally alters the composition and capability of any side he joins.

• Batting (Tests): 1,641 runs, including 2 centuries.
• Batting (ODIs): 782 runs at an average of 43.44 and SR of 89.57.
• Batting (T20Is): 521 runs at an SR of 160.30.
• Bowling: 37 Test wickets and 20 ODI wickets, providing crucial balance.

Green’s statistical portfolio offers the complete picture: a top-order batsman in white-ball cricket, a middle-order enforcer in Tests, and a reliable wicket-taker.

WE News English Verdict

In an era pushing players toward niche roles, these five cricketers are glorious exceptions. They are not merely surviving the gruelling, format-hopping schedule; they are thriving within it.

For their national teams, they offer priceless continuity, flexibility, and a template for the complete 21st-century cricketer. They are, indeed, the modern-day unicorns.