Published 08:34 IST, December 11th 2019
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, MS Dhoni star in ODI World XI of the decade (2010-2019)
As 2019 nears to its end, we take a look at the ODI World XI of the decade. Players in the list include the likes of Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma
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past decade has witnessed a plethora of ODI excellence from individuals across world. It is quite evident that cash-rich T20 leagues are slowly winning over audiences. However, competitive ODI World Cups like 2011, 2015 and 2019 editions have proven that 50-overs format still holds a significant place in this beautiful game. Here, we take a look back across past decade and present you best ODI World XI from 2010 to 2019.
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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma among ors feature in our ODI XI of decade (2010-2019)
Rohit Sharma
Indian batting superstar has been in a prolific run-scoring spree ever since he was promoted to open innings. He finished recently concluded ODI World Cup in England as tournament’s highest run-getter. Hitman has plundered 27 ODI centuries in decade and 25 since ICC Champions Trophy 2013.
David Warner
explosive Australian opener maintained his exceptional form in white-ball cricket for a major part of last 10 years. Additionally, Warner was just one run behind Rohit Sharma among highest run-getters in this year’s World Cup. A sight of Rohit and Warner opening innings toger can send shivers down spine of any bowling attack.
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Virat Kohli
or batter in international cricket has dominated ODI format as Virat Kohli has. 42 of his 43 ODI centuries have come since 2010 itself which also puts him second on all-time list of ODI century makers behind retired cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.
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AB de Villiers
Mr. 360 degree was adjudged as ODI player of year by ICC in 2010, 2014 and 2015. His adventurous 149 from just 44 balls against West Indies and 162 t out off 66 balls against same opposition remains some of highlights of decade.
Ben Stokes
Ben Stokes made his ODI debut in 2011 and has played 95 ODIs for England since n. In spite of limited opportunities, Stokes finally cemented his place in England’s playing XI after some blitzkrieg performances in past few years. His all-round capabilities also enabled England to win ir first-ever ICC Cricket World Cup.
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Shakib Al Hasan
With his many match-winning efforts, Shakib Al Hasan has written his name among greatest all-rounders game has ever seen. stylish left-hander accumulated 4,276 runs in 131 matches in last 10 years. In addition to his heroics with bat, Shakib was also second-highest wicket-taker of decade with 177 wickets.
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MS Dhoni (c and wk)
MS Dhoni successfully led team India to ICC World Cup 2011 victory. Dhoni’s abilities behind stumps and his flair of approaching ODI run-chases makes him one of greatest limited-overs cricketer of all time.
Lasith Malinga
Sri Lankan speed wizard is only fast bowler to pick up over 200 ODI wickets this decade. For many years, Malinga remained backbone of Sri Lanka’s bowling attack before finally retiring from format earlier this year.
Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah is widely regarding as one of best death bowlers in world. He is also currently ranked 1 in ICC ODI bowler’s rankings.
Imran Tahir
Imran Tahir with his leg-spin won South Africa many matches in last 10 years. He picked up 173 wickets in 104 matches between 2010 and 2019.
Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Starc picked up 172 ODI wickets in just 85 games since his debut in 2010. speedster was also leading wicket-taker in last two World Cups and would prove to be a worthy companion to likes of Malinga and Bumrah.
21:38 IST, December 11th 2019