CricTracker's ODI XI of the year 2016

2016 has been through a lot of cricketing action across the globe. The limited overs format has seen a great phase with some interesting games. While it started with the World T20 and ended with an extended dose of Test cricket. On the ODI front, most of the teams looked all poised to get their team combinations right for the Champions Trophy next year. While some players have replicated their success with their explosive batting form, the bowlers have given the batsmen a run for their money with some ferocious bowling. Here we have selected a replica of what this year’s ODI team would look like, keeping special care of the team combination. CricTracker’s ODI XI of 2016. David Warner (Australia) David Warner of Australia raises his bat to the crowd as he leaves the field after making a century. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images) The swashbuckling Australian opener David Warner has had a tremendous run in 2016. He hardly failed to produce a kickstart to the innings for his team and his strike rate of 105.47 is a proof of that. His hard hitting abilities have given Australia command over the opposition numerous times. Also the Australian vice-captain, Warner has the highest run tally in ODIs this year with 1388 runs under his belt. He scored an amazing 7 centuries this year which is also an Australian record for most centuries in a calendar year and next only to Sachin Tendulkar’s 9 tons in 1998. With a staggering average of 63.09, David Warner walks into the XI as the opener. Quinton de Kock (South Africa) (wk) South African batsman Quinton De Kock plays a shot during the third ODI between South Africa and Australia at Kingsmead cricket stadium on October 5, 2016 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo credit GIANLUIGI GUERCIA/AFP/Getty Images) Quinton de Kock has always been known as a fearless striker of the ball. Also, his glovework behind the stumps has been handy, making him a reliable player for the Proteas. The wicketkeeper-batsman also won the ICC ODI cricketer of the year award for his consistent performance during the qualification period of the ICC. The elegant left-hander has scored 857 runs this year at a stupendous average of 57.13. Moreover, he has scored runs at a splendid pace with a strike rate of 108.61, turning matches in South Africa’s favour with his prodigious hitting. All these factors make de Kock a suitable choice as an opener and Warner’s partner in the XI. Virat Kohli (India) (Captain) (Photo Source: BCCI) Years keep passing by and Virat Kohli keeps getting even better. His reputation as a tough guy and fiercely talented cricketer has remained the same over the years. Kohli has emerged as the mainstay of Indian batting lineup. No target on the board seems unachievable when this man takes the strike. In 7 out of the 10 matches played he batted in this year, he has registered fifty plus scores. With the persistence he has achieved, he has set batting standards to a level that is probably unmatchable. At a phenomenal average of 92.37, Kohli has managed to aggregate 739 runs this year. A marvel at his game, there cannot be a better contender than him at the No.3 spot. Joe Root (England) England’s Joe Root.(Photo credit OLLY GREENWOOD/AFP/Getty Images) The stylish England batsman has had a meteoric rise in international cricket. The 25-year-old has continued to excel in 2016 as well translating his undoubted class from the traditional format to the limited overs format. He has proved his valour as a promising youngster and is also seen as a future prospect as England captain. At a stunning average of 61.23, Joe Root has compiled 796 runs this year. He has been a pillar for England in the middle order and stepped up every time his team has required a special effort from him. He stands right at the top of our middle order. Jos Buttler (England) England cricketer Jos Buttler walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal. (Photo by STRINGER/AFP/Getty Images) Jos Buttler has shot to prominence in the English side with his aggressive batting in the lower order. He can finish games from crunch situations with plenty of pinch-hitting to offer. His strike rate this year has been close to 130 which proves what an asset he has been for England throughout the year. Boasting of a terrific average of 57.30, Buttler has had an aggregate of 573 runs this year. He has also donned the wicketkeeping responsibilities of England quite well. Very few batsmen in the world at the moment can be as destructive as him and that surely calls for a spot at No.5 in the best XI. Dinesh Chandimal (Sri Lanka) Dinesh Chandimal of Sri Lanka during the One Day International match between Ireland and Sri Lanka at Malahide Cricket Ground in Malahide, Dublin. (Photo By Seb Daly/Sportsfile via Getty Images) A youngster who has shown promising signs in his early days, Dinesh Chandimal has failed to fade in the limelight. Ever since the departure of the Sri Lankan stalwarts like Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara, Chandimal has managed to carry the burden on his shoulders and has excelled as well. While Sri Lanka haven’t had a great year, he has continued to impress maintaining an average of 59.63 this year. He has guided the Sri Lankan middle order time and again and stood as a lone warrior numerous times for the team. With a total of 656 runs this year, he rightfully grabs the No.6 spot. Mitchell Marsh (Australia) Australian cricketer Mitchell Marsh. (Photo by JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images) Seen as a replacement for Shane Watson in the Aussie side, the prolific allrounder has failed to disappoint and lived has up to expectations if not exceeding them. His clean striking as a batsman and his ability to hit 140 kph consistently alongside a tall height makes Mitchell Marsh a versatile player in any side. Alongside an amazing run tally of 642 runs this year, he has also taken 21 wickets with a decent economy rate. He has instilled the faith of the selectors with his recent performances. Marsh also managed to hit his first century in ODIs this year. His fielding has also been sharp which makes him an apt choice in the team. Mitchell Starc (Australia) Australian cricketer Mitchell Starc celebrates with his teammates. (Photo by ISHARA S.KODIKARA/AFP/Getty Images) Leading the Aussie pace attack, the left-arm pacer has earmarked success at a very young age and is still raring to go. Ever since Mitchell Johnson’s retirement, he has been the leader of the pack for Australia. With his dynamism with the ball, Mitchell Starc has made life difficult for most of the batsmen out there. He continued his good form in 2016 from the World Cup last year and proved his mettle yet again. Starc picked up 26 scalps this year that too at a magnificent bowling average of 19.69. In an era, where batsmen have become more innovative with their shots, an economy rate of 4.49 defines how unbelievably good Starc has been. Trent Boult (New Zealand) Trent Boult of New Zealand. (Photo by Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images) Over the years, Trent Boult has enhanced his reputation by proving to be a significant threat to the batsmen. With his brilliance with the ball, the left-arm pacer impressed many with his heroics in last year’s World Cup and has continued to do the same in 2016 as well. Rising above ranks in the Kiwi rooster, his bowling has drawn comparisons with the great Shane Bond. With 25 wickets at a sumptuous average of 25, the Kiwi speedster has dazzled the batsmen around the world with his bowling. His ability to swing the ball both ways has churned a lot of wickets for him. Boult and Starc form a lethal combination for in the bowling lineup. Jasprit Bumrah (India) India bowler Jasprit Bhumra. (Photo by JEKESAI NJIKIZANA/AFP/Getty Images) Armed with an unorthodox action, Jasprit Bumrah has managed to grab many eyeballs in his debut year. His ability to throw in yorkers at the death and bowl tight overs at that stage of the game has left the batsmen who have struggled to pick him. He has bagged 17 wickets in just 8 games. What’s also exciting is the fact that he holds an outstanding bowling average of 14.64 this year. Bumrah’s economy rate of 3.63 has also been breathtaking. The 21-year-old has already shown traits of a great fast bowler and could well be the solution to Indian death bowling woes in the future. Imran Tahir (South Africa) South African cricketer Imran Tahir (L) celebrates dismissing West Indies batsman Andre Fletcher . (Photo by JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images) The South African leg-spinner has become a worldwide sensation not only for his wonderful bowling skills but also for the celebratory run he takes, every time he gets a wicket. Imran Tahir has made some giant strides in international cricket and earned a lot of success. He has managed to bag 27 wickets this year at a wonderful average of 25. He has a number of variations to topple any batsman and give him a tough time. Being the frontline spinner for the Proteas, he has managed to don his wicket-taking skills on a consistent basis. Tahir doesn’t rely on assistance from the pitch and has the ability to pick wickets on batting tracks as well. 12th man: Alex Hales (England) England’s Alex Hales. (Photo by MARWAN NAAMANI/AFP/Getty Images) Alex Hales can be best described as a destructive opener who can change the course of the game at any point. He has been a valuable player for England as an opener scoring runs at a brisk place which allows the other players to settle in. The elegant left-hander has an aggregate of 743 runs this year with a scintillating average of 61.91. His aggression at the top order has made him an essential part of England’s batting lineup. Hales has also scored 3 blistering centuries this year and is the 12th man in our team of the year.

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