The IPL has been one of the most decorated franchise leagues in the world for over two decades. Entering its 19th edition, former player turned mentor Kevin Pietersen picked the best XI from the IPL to form a dream XI.
The former Delhi Capitals mentor picked Chris Gayle, the former RCBian, and Virat Kohli as the two openers in the side. The duo had a memorable run in the IPL in the past, sharing a total of nine century partnerships between them.
He then picked five-time champions CSK skipper MS Dhoni as the captain and wicket-keeper in the side, and then moved to the all-rounder deck. He picked Andre Russell, Ravindra Jadeja and Sunil Narine as the three all-rounders.
Kevin Pietersen's dream XI: Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, Suresh Raina, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Andre Russell, Ravindra Jadeja, Sunil Narine, Yuzvendra Chahal, Lasith Malinga and Jasprit Bumrah.
Pietersen sidelined Rohit Sharma, Jos Buttler and David Warner from the all-time playing XI
On the other hand, Englishman Jos Buttler also played several seasons successfully with the bat. Buttler has been one of the nearest competitors for Kohli for his unique IPL records. Buttler will be playing the upcoming season for the Gujarat Titans.
Kevin Pietersen explained the snub of DC batter KL Rahul
The former England batter, Kevin Pietersen, decided not to pick KL Rahul in the playing XI, as he was not backed for either the top order or the middle order as well. He emphasized that the batter was more ideal for an opening spot; however, it was already sealed by the two legends of T20 cricket.
"We fought so hard to get him to the top of the order last season. He did, and got a hundred that next game. I was like, 'Maybe you should listen.'"
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