Past West India thoroughly Dwayne Bravo shared the combination of all their times India-West Indies T20 XIassembling a side full of legendary performers from two of the most successful cricketing nations in the shortest format. The team combines explosive batting, skilled finishers, world-class all-rounders and a lethal bowling attack that reflects the immense contribution of Indian and West Indian cricketers to the evolution of T20 cricket over the past two decades.
A power-packed batting line-up full of record-breakers
Opening partnership features Chris Gayle and Rohit Sharmatwo batsmen known to dominate bowling attacks from the outset. Gayle remains the highest run-scorer in the history of T20 cricket with over 14,000 runs and an unprecedented 22 centuries in the format. His ability to clear the boundary at will earned him the nickname ‘Universe Boss’ and made him one of the most feared T20 batsmen of all time.
He is joined by Rohit, India’s most successful T20I captain and one of the best openers in the format. Rohit has amassed over 12,000 T20 runs, including several centuries, his calm leadership leading India to several memorable victories.
Bravo was selected in 3rd place Virat Kohlihis remarkable consistency has made him one of the greatest T20 batsmen ever. With over 14,000 T20 runs at an average of nearly 42, Kohli has repeatedly performed under pressure for both India and franchise cricket.
Nicholas Pooran occupies the middle order after establishing himself as one of the most devastating left-handed batsmen in modern T20 cricket. The West Indies wicketkeeper-batsman has scored over 10,000 T20 runs with a comfortable strike rate of 145, making him a dangerous presence against any bowling attack.
All-round depth gives Dwayne Bravo’s XI a winning balance
Reinforced by the middle order Kieron Pollard and Andre RussellTwo players who redefined the role of T20 all-rounder. Pollard recently overtook Gayle in the all-time T20 run record, amassing over 14,500 runs while also scoring over 300 wickets and becoming one of the most reliable match-winners in franchise leagues around the world.
Russell’s inclusion is equally unsurprising. The explosive Jamaican has scored over 9,000 T20 runs with over 165 innings while also scoring over 500 wickets, making him one of the format’s most influential all-round cricketers.
MS Dhoni was entrusted with the duty of goalkeeper. Widely regarded as one of cricket’s greatest finishers, the former India captain scored more than 7,500 T20 runs and completed more than 300 dismissals behind the stumps during his T20 career. Bravo also reserved a place for himself in the XI. The former West Indies all-rounder retired as the leading wicket-taker in professional T20 cricket with over 630 wickets while contributing over 7,000 runs with the bat.
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An experienced bowling attack completes the dream team
Bravo’s bowling attack combines variety, control and death experience. Sunil NarineOne of the most economical spinners in T20 cricket, he scored over 600 runs while consistently troubling the batsmen with his mysterious spin. Bhuvneshwar Kumar brings swing and accuracy, boasting over 300 T20 wickets in international and domestic competitions. His ability to bowl both with the new ball and on the last shots made him one of India’s most reliable fast bowlers.
is to complete the XI jasprit bumrahconsidered to be one of the best T20 pacers of the modern era. With over 300 wickets in T20 cricket and an exceptional save rate, Bumrah has proven time and again why he is among the most feared bowlers in world cricket.
Dwayne Bravo’s all-time India-West Indies T20 XI: Chris Gayle, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Nicholas Pooran, Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, MS Dhoni, Dwayne Bravo, Sunil Narine, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah.
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