1951: Jonny Rep, right winger who starred alongside Johan Cruyff in the great Netherlands team of the 1970s (64).

1952: Imran Khan, indisputably the finest cricketer Pakistan has produced, his prowess with ball and ball, urbane presence and good looks put millions in his thrall (63). 

1965: Cris Carter, Hall of Fame wide receiver in the NFL who starred mainly for Minnesota Vikings (50).

1981: Xabi Alonso, cultured midfielder who has excelled for Spain, Liverpool, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich (34).

1984: Peter Siddle, the fearsome right-arm fast bowler has excelled for Australia, Victoria and Nottinghamshire (31).