Former Indian Opener Virender Sehwag Picks the Top 5 in His Dream ODI XI 

Virender Sehwag, the legendary former Indian opener, known for his explosive batting style, has unveiled his dream ODI XI, stirring up excitement as the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup approaches. With a keen eye on the upcoming tournament, Sehwag selected a dynamic lineup featuring some of the cricketing world’s biggest stars, including two of his former teammates. 

Virender Sehwag has cemented his place in cricketing history as one of the most devastating ODI batters in recent times. His swashbuckling style at the top of the order yielded 15 centuries for India in the 50-over format. Sehwag’s memorable contributions also played a pivotal role in India’s victorious campaign at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2011. As the World Cup fervor builds once again, Sehwag’s dream ODI XI has caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts worldwide. 

Sehwag’s Top 5 in Dream ODI 11 

1. Rohit Sharma (India): The current India captain was the first name on Sehwag’s list. Rohit Sharma‘s remarkable form and five centuries at the most recent World Cup made him an easy choice for Sehwag. 

2. Virat Kohli (India): The unparalleled record of Virat Kohli in ODI cricket speaks volumes. With 46 centuries to his name, the inclusion of the legendary right-hander was a no-brainer for Sehwag.

3. David Warner (Australia): Sehwag drew a parallel between his own playing style and that of Australian opener David Warner. Warner’s explosive batting earned him a spot in Sehwag’s dream XI.

4. Glenn Phillips (New Zealand): In a surprising move, Sehwag picked New Zealand’s hard-hitting Glenn Phillips. While Phillips has limited experience in 50-over cricket, Sehwag’s faith in the 26-year-old stems from his impressive century against Sri Lanka in last year’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

5. Jasprit Bumrah (India): Sehwag expressed his unwavering admiration for India’s pace sensation, Jasprit Bumrah. Despite Bumrah’s recent return from injury, Sehwag had no reservations about including him in his dream XI.

Expectations for the World Cup

Virender Sehwag is eagerly anticipating the World Cup, with high hopes for the quintet he selected. He firmly believes that each player has the potential to be a match-winner on any given day. “They are all talented players and perform well in ODI cricket, and they can win games on their own shoulders,” Sehwag emphasized. “Whenever they click, their team will win.”

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