In between, he had to thwart England's attempt to upset the applecart. Peter Marshall tried in vain at Barcelona in 1994 and the following year, at Nicosia, Jansher overcame a brave effort from Del Harris. Blisters had hampered his movement on court in his match with Harris. But, Jansher showed he could handle the situation and it was only at the press conference which followed that he revealed the problem with his feet. It was the hallmark of an extraordinary player.
Some men are unmistakable as great champions.
Even in a tuxedo, Mike Tyson would look intimidating. Bjorn Borg's ice-cool temperament and lightness of step were just as evident after he had changed out of his playing gear. Jansher, though, revealed his competitive rage only when he stepped on court. He combined stealth and aggression to near perfection. When he takes a final bow, the curtain would come down on five decades of Khan domination.