Australian all-rounder glen maxwell Recently revealed its all-time combined ODI XI, which includes these players Australia, India And EnglandThe surprising thing is that despite being allowed to choose from all three countries, no player from England got a place in it. As per the selection rules a maximum of five Australian players were allowed, with the remaining spots being open to Indian and English players. Maxwell justified his choice based on personal preferences, form and impact on the game, while giving preference to the veterans. Virat Kohli And ricky ponting,
Glenn Maxwell announces all-time Australia-India-England ODI XI
Amazing opening pair and top order
Maxwell’s opening pair includes Indian legends Sachin Tendulkar And Rohit Sharmaexcept australians David Warner, Matthew Hayden And adam gilchristMaxwell chose Kohli for the No. 3 spot and described him as the best ODI batsman of his generation. At No. 4, former Australian captain Ponting brings experience and finishing ability Michael Bevan He is occupying the number 5 position, ensuring stability in the middle order. Maxwell ignored many English giants including ben stokes And eoin morganFavoring players with proven match-winning records in 50-over cricket. This top order balances temperament and consistency, with Maxwell clearly preferring players who have dominated ODI cricket for decades rather than selecting based on nationality or popularity alone.
Priority for all-rounder and wicketkeeper
In the all-rounder slot, Maxwell took a bold decision by selecting shane watson Above England’s Stokes and many other great players Yuvraj Singh, Andrew Symonds And Kapil DevWatson’s mix of aggressive batting and useful medium-pace bowling fits Maxwell’s vision of a dynamic XI. Wicketkeeper’s slot gone ms dhoniwhich automatically eliminated England jos buttler And Gilchrist of Australia. Maxwell’s choice emphasizes balance, experience and finishing ability, highlighting players who can single-handedly turn a match while maintaining tactical flexibility in the field and batting order.
Bowling attack: fast bowlers and spin department
Maxwell’s bowling selection combines the stalwarts of pace and spin to form a potent attack. speed trio includes Brett Lee, Glenn McGrath And Jasprit BumrahOffers a combination of pace, bounce and death over expertise. Maxwell was a surprise pick in the spin department Anil Kumbleexcept Australian spinner adam zampa and mythological shane warneIn particular, England is great james anderson This was again dropped, reflecting Maxwell’s focus on the greats of Indian and Australian cricket. This bowling line-up offers both experience and match-winning ability, able to exploit different pitch conditions while complementing a batting-heavy side.
Maxwell’s ODI XI: Full squad
- Openers: Rohit Sharma, Sachin Tendulkar
- Number 3: Virat Kohli
- Middle order: Ricky Ponting, Michael Bevan
- Allrounder: Shane Watson
- Wicketkeeper: MS Dhoni
- Spinner: Anil Kumble
- Fast bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Glenn McGrath, Brett Lee
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