With IPL 2025 just around the corner, former Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Adam Gilchrist has revealed his all-time best IPL XI. Surprisingly, he has not included a single Australian player, but 7 Indian cricketers have made it to his elite list.
Gilchrist’s All-Time IPL XI 🌟🔹 Openers: 🏏
1️⃣ Chris Gayle – The Universe Boss, known for his destructive batting
2️⃣ Rohit Sharma – A five-time IPL-winning captain and consistent performer
🔹 Middle Order: 🎯
3️⃣ Virat Kohli – The highest run-scorer in IPL history
4️⃣ Suresh Raina – Mr. IPL, a legend of the tournament
5️⃣ AB de Villiers – The most versatile and dynamic batsman
🔹 Wicketkeeper & All-Rounders: 💥
6️⃣ MS Dhoni (WK) – Captain Cool and the best finisher
7️⃣ Ravindra Jadeja – An all-round superstar
8️⃣ Dwayne Bravo – One of the best death-over bowlers and finishers
🔹 Bowlers: 🎳
9️⃣ Yuzvendra Chahal – IPL’s top leg-spinner
🔟 Lasith Malinga – The highest wicket-taker in IPL history for a long time
1️⃣1️⃣ Jasprit Bumrah – The master of Yorkers
🔹 12th Man:
⭐ Rashid Khan – One of the best T20 spinners in the world
Despite being an Aussie legend, Gilchrist has not picked any Australian cricketer. His selection is dominated by Indian players, along with West Indian, South African, and Sri Lankan stars.
💬 What do you think of this lineup? Who would you add or remove? 🤩
