Graeme Smith
Captain at 22 who led in a record 109 Tests
Overview
Smith was appointed South Africa captain in 2003 at just 22 and promptly scored 277 and 259 in consecutive Tests in England. A powerful left handed opener, he led the side for more than a decade, including series wins in England and Australia, and captained in 109 Tests, a record. He retired in 2014 and later became an administrator.
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