irrespective of his fielding position. De Villiers was arguably the fastest mover in world cricket, especially in the outfield, and had potentially the fastest release on his throw. His ...

despite fielding in the most difficult positions. He would also reject one of cricket's oldest cliches - that fielding is something to be endured. "I've always loved fielding since the beginning ...

But backward point at the start of an innings is essentially the living-room mantlepiece as far as cricket fielding positions are concerned, and this is where Phillips gets his pride of place.

IMAGE: 'Quidich Innovation Labs will deliver Field 360°, a virtual field model that illustrates fielding positions and strategies in real-time.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Rana Husnain Aleem/X A ...