Cricketers have been very large and varying in size, but some of the heaviest cricketers have really left their mark in the game. Most of them looked larger than the tall and muscular expectations, while still granting evidence that weight doesn't necessarily have to stop a person from being good in cricket. There are powerful hitters and fine bowlers who are able to prove that talent and perseverance are more important than physique. In this article, we’ll take a look at the top 5 heaviest cricketers to ever play the game and how their weight didn’t stop them from reaching the top of the cricketing world. Heaviest Cricketers to Ever Play the Game Sno Heaviest Cricketers 1 Rahkeem Cornwall (140Kg) - West Indies 2 Azam Khan (110Kg) - Pakistan 3 Inzamam-ul-Haq (100Kg) - Pakistan 4 Mohammad Shahzad (100kg) - Afghanistan 5 Ramesh Powar (90Kg) - India Rahkeem Cornwall (140Kg) - West Indies Image Source: Getty Images Rahkeem Cornwall, the all-rounder from the West Indies, weighs around 140 kilograms and has been considered an undisputed heavyweight player in cricket. He has been affectionately called "Cricket's man-mountain," as his bulky frame and his height of more than 6 feet make him one of the largest figures seen in the world of cricket. Contrary to the traditional thinking about fitness, Cornwall has appeared to be quite a talented cricketer during his 10 Test matches. He has scored two half-centuries with the bat and has also shown his prowess with the ball, claiming two five-wicket hauls and a brilliant 10-wicket performance. He has bagged 35 wickets in only 18 innings, taken 15 catches, and scored 261 runs, leaving a permanent impression on the cricketing arena. Remarkably, an astonishing 36% of his total runs were gathered by running singles and doubles; 93 runs were added by running. Also Read | Liam Livingstone Net Worth & Career Stats: The Journey of a Modern-Day Power-Hitter Azam Khan (110Kg) - Pakistan Image Source: Getty Image From Pakistan, and son of the former Pakistani wicket-keeper Moin Khan, Azam Khan who weighs an approximate 110 kgs, takes the second position on our list. Without a shadow of a doubt, he is one of the biggest wicket-keepers to step foot on the cricket field and had done admirable things in 8 T20I matches. Although a meager total of 29 runs in 7 innings was recorded, an impressive 38% of those runs—11 in all—were scored intelligently through singles and doubles. He also showed his agility behind the stumps, contributing with 3 catches, making his impact beyond the batting crease. His arrival on the field during the 3rd T20I in 2024 was accompanied by the iconic theme song of former WWE wrestler Big Show, making it a memorable cricketing moment. Inzamam-ul-Haq (100Kg) - Pakistan Image Source: AFP Inzamam-ul-Haq, the legendary former Pakistani batsman, had contributed as much to cricketing lore by his overweight nature, exceeding 100 kilograms during the 2000s, as by his many record-breaking statistics. Some of the wittiest run-outs ever were perpetrated by him, but still, Inzi is one of the greatest names in the history of cricket. With 8830 Test runs at an average of 49.33 and 11739 ODI runs at 39.53, he led the charge as the hungry-for-runs former captain of the Pakistan cricket team. Featuring 495 matches, the second-highest in Pakistan cricket, he amassed 20541 runs, with an impressive 54% (11089 runs) attributed to his adept running between the wickets. Adding 81 catches to his credit, Inzamam's legacy extends well beyond his physical stature. Also Read | Top 5 Most Underrated Cricketers Mohammad Shahzad (100kg) - Afghanistan Image Source: Getty Images Mohammad Shahzad, the vivacious wicketkeeper-batter from Afghanistan, makes his way to the fourth position in this list, weighing roughly around 100 kilograms. As for his unmatched charisma, Shahzad has finally become one of the most entertaining cricketers this generation has got to see. Despite his weight ranging between 95 and 100 kilograms, it is surprising that he defies the norms as one of the most successful batters for Afghanistan in shorter formats. In a stellar career spanning 159 matches, Shahzad tallied 4844 runs with seven centuries. Impressively, 37% of his runs—1796 in total—were notched up through swift running between the wickets. Beyond his batting skills, Shahzad was agile with 97 catches and 37 stumpings, demonstrating remarkable skills behind the stumps despite his weight. He relishes his different approach to fitness, having famously said, "Why diet like Kohli when you can hit longer sixes than him?" Ramesh Powar (90Kg) - India Image Source: Getty Image Closing this bizarre list for us is a former Indian offspinner, the chubby Ramesh Powar, weighing a mere 90 kilograms. On an atypical roster, still last, was Powar- but his pot belly did nothing to stop this lad from cricketer material on the fields. A reasonable offspinner with good batting chops, he made appearances in only 2 test matches, got 6 wickets, and added 13 runs. Powar also played 31 ODI, taking 34 wickets, and scored 163 runs, of which, impressively 63% 103 were by brisk run of the ball from the crease. Additionally he took 3 catches with impeccable fielding while making a fine cricketing carrier in unorthodox manners. Conclusion While cricket often focuses on agility and speed, these heaviest cricketers proved that strength and skill can be just as important. These exceptional careers remind us that no two individuals can succeed in the game in the same way. No matter their size, they managed to do so and have become an influence for generations of sports enthusiasts. In cricket, passion, hard work, and love for the game are what make great players.