Today we celebrate the birthday of one of the finest opening batsmen in cricket - Desmond Haynes. He was also famously known for his brilliant opening partnership with Gordon Greenidge. On this day, we look at the most deadliest of opening pairs in cricket.

Desmond Haynes - Gordon Greenidge (1978-1991)

Team - West Indies. In Tests: Runs - 6482. Highest partnership - 298. 100s/50s - 16/26
In ODIs: Runs - 5150. Highest partnership - 192*. 100s/50s - 15/24