From Hardik-Krunal Pandya to Shaun-Mitchell Marsh: 10 siblings who are famous cricketers

While many cricket fans dream of becoming a cricketer one day, only a few are able to realise the dream. And, siblings becoming professional cricketers is all the more rare!
From the "ice and fire" of the Waugh twins to the raw, emotional "Baroda-to-World-Cup" journey of the Pandya brothers, here we list some families that proved that while talent might be in the DNA, greatness is forged in the nets they shared as kids.

The "Baroda Boys" are the ultimate modern-day success story. They went from sharing a single bowl of Maggi to dominating the IPL and the World Cup.

The Vibe: Hardik is the "rockstar" with the clutch finish, while Krunal is the "steady anchor" with the tactical brain.

The Bond: Even with recent whispers of their distance (and possible fued) following Krunal and his wife's silence after team India and Hardik won the T20 World Cup 2026, their shared journey from poverty to the pinnacle of Indian cricket remains a blueprint for sibling synergy.

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The sons of a muezzin at a local mosque, the Pathan brothers brought a rare blend of "swing and sting" to the Indian team.

Irfan: The left-arm wizard who could make the ball talk.

Yusuf: The powerhouse who treated boundaries like suggestions rather than limits.

Together, they represent the heart of Indian cricket—humble beginnings, fierce loyalty, and a shared 2007 T20 World Cup trophy.

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The "Waugh Twins" were the pillars of Australia's most dominant cricket era.

The Contrast: Steve ("Tugga") was the gritty captain who would bat for two days if he had to. Mark ("Junior") was the aesthetic genius, making the hardest catches look like a casual walk in the park.

The Legacy: They finished with over 600 combined caps, proving that "twin telepathy" is a very real thing at the slip cordon.

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If Australian cricket had a Royal Family in the 70s, it was the Chappells.

Greg was the technician, Ian was the iron-willed leader, and Trevor was the reliable all-rounder.

The Impact: They didn't just play the game; they changed how it was led and innovated.

Photo: Ricky Ponting, Ian Chappell and Greg Chappell at the charity dinner of The Chappell Foundation (file photo)

Carrying the legacy of their legendary father, Lala Amarnath, these two were Delhi’s batting royalty. Mohinder, famously known as "Jimmy," was the hero of the 1983 World Cup, showing the kind of "never-say-die" grit that defined the Amarnath name.

Photo: Former cricketer Surinder Amarnath felicitates his brother Legendary Mohinder Amarnath at Delhi Captain Felicitation ceremony during the DDCA's 1st Annual Conclave 2017 at Ferozshah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday. PTI Photo by Manvender Vashist

This is perhaps the most impressive sporting family in the world.

The Feat: They are the first family to have four siblings play in a World Cup.

The Twist: They crossed borders and genders—Ed played for both England and Ireland, while twin sisters Cecelia and Isobel became the backbone of the Irish women’s team.

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The "Marsh Lads" grew up in the shadow of their father, Geoff Marsh, but carved out their own cricketing legacies. Shaun brought the elegance of a left-hander, while Mitchell—the 2026-era T20 powerhouse—brought the raw muscle in the game.

Photo: Australian brothers and not out batsmen Shaun Marsh, right, and Mitchell Marsh walk off at stumps on the third day of their Ashes cricket test match against England in Sydney. AP/PTI

Kamran, Umar and Adnan Akmal are three brothers who played for the Pakistan national cricket team. While their careers were often a roller-coaster of headlines and controversies, their "telepathic" understanding on the field was undeniable. When an Akmal was behind the stumps, the game was never quiet.

Photo: Umar Akmal (left) and Kamran Akmal. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

A rare and beautiful brother-sister duo, Sara and Peter McGlashan played for the New Zealand cricket teams. On the same day in 2006, they became the first brother and sister to debut for their country together. They proved that in New Zealand, cricket is truly a gender-blind family affair.

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Louise, Hannah and Josh Little are the new generation of Irish cricket. Josh Little has become a global T20 mercenary (in the best way possible), while his sisters Louise and Hannah lead the charge for the women’s team. They are a "pace factory" built on Belfast grit.

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