The best cover drive player in the world, historically, is widely regarded as Virat Kohli, the former India cricket team captain and 2011 World Cup winner. He is praised for his elegant and effective cover drives, which have been a hallmark of his batting style
. Other legendary players known for their exceptional cover drives include:
- Sachin Tendulkar, who had a technically sound and iconic cover drive, close to his signature straight drive, and mastered various cover drive variations
- Mark Waugh, known for his brutal cover drive among his offensive strokes during the 1990s
- Kumar Sangakkara, a left-handed batsman famous for his brilliant body balance and trust in the cover drive, with many records to his name
Among current players, rankings of those with the best cover drives are available, but Virat Kohli remains the standout name in both historical and contemporary contexts
