IPL 2021: Best Indian XI ahead of the season

The IPL was completed with players bought by the frachises for a total cost of 145.3 crores. Some players were expectedly bought for sky high prices while some were shockingly left unsold.

If we talk about Indian players, K Gowtham was the most expensive player. Some players were bought for high prices unexpectedly while some known names were ignored. Let’s find out the best Indians ahead of the fresh IPL season.

IPL 2021: Best Indian XI ahead of the season

1) Rohit Sharma

The hitman has risen through the ranks over the years starting from the 2009 IPL season where he was the emerging player of the season. But now he is not the young lad trying to put his name in world cricket.

He is one of the most dangerous openers in T20 cricket. He has won MI 5 titles as captain but his batting prowess is not to be ignored. He has played through many batting positions for his team but opening suits him best.

Last few seasons have not been the best for him but his potential is a serious threat for other teams. Last season’s just a couple of his knocks including the one in the final are enough for him to be in the best Indian 11 of the 2021 season.

2) KL Rahul

The Punjab Kings’ captain KL Rahul was the orange cap holder last season. He played well in almost every game but to carry his entire team alone proved to be too much.

His authoritative stroke play combined with fancy shots make him a complete t20 player. He is also the 2nd ranked T20 International player currently. His ability to covert starts into big ones is what makes him unique.

He scored 670 runs last season at an average of 55.83. He definitely starts as one of the openers in our best Indian 11 and would be expected to fetch maiden IPL title for his franchise in 2021 season.

3) Virat Kohli

The run machine suits as the best batsman for the number 3 position. He might not have an IPL trophy in his bag but his batting is thunderous.

He is the highest run getter in the history of the IPL with runs in excess of 5000. After that exceptional 2016 season King Kohli’s performances have been called “average” by experts despite him scoring 400+ in each of those seasons.

Now that describes his stature in the IPL. His consistency is unmatched and is a part of best XI in this list. Roping in of some new stars in the current auction might help them inch close to IPL trophy

4) Shreyas Iyer

Iyer was Delhi’s captain last season and was in the top 5 run scorers of the season. He played exceptionally well and was stable through the tournament.

He might still not be sure about his number 4 position in India’s international T20 team but not here. His ability to hit big sixes and rotate the strike through the middle overs are the assets of his game.

He also plays spin well which is very important in Indian conditions. He perfectly suits as our number 4 in the Indian 11 of 2021.

5) Rishabh Pant

The swashbuckling Delhi southpaw is one of the cleanest strikers of the ball. His temperament is often under the scanner but his talent is never doubted.

He did have a bit of an off season last year but his game changing ability is what sets him apart. He has also recently improved his wicketkeeping and fitness.

He can control the game very well and toy with the bowlers at any given point. So we go Rishabh Pant as an impact player at number 6.

6) Hardik Pandya

The all rounder has been in thunderous form in recent times. Last IPL season, one among the top six hitters of the tournament was an MI’s finisher. He also completed a successful Australian tour few months back.

Although he is not bowling currently, his bowling is not to be ignored. His bowling consists of a variety of cutters and slower deliveries and his wicket taking ability have earned him the golden arm tag.

He is also a gun fielder who is flying around the field. He is the perfect finisher and all rounder in this 11. Acing all the departments of the game, he is definitely an asset of the Mumbai team for years.

7) Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bhuvi’s career is going through a bit of a rough patch owing to injuries. Although once he comes back, there’s no stopping him. He has won 2 purple caps in the IPL and is the only Indian bowler to do so.

He is SRH’s go to bowler in crunch situations and bowls very economically. He can bowl both in the powerplay and the death, a skill which is unique.

He is also sometimes a handy lower order batsman, giving support to the finishers. Thus Bhuvi is a part of the pace attack of this Indian 11 without any doubts.

8) Yuzvendra Chahal

The clever RCBian is among the IPL’s best wrist spinners in recent times. He is always into the game and his 4 overs is a nightmare for the opposition.

He was among the top 5 wicket takers of the season taking a total of 21 wickets. He was also one of the main reason’s for RCB’s success last year.

He is also India’s first choice spinner in international matches. With the IPL returning to India, Chahal is definitely a part of the best Indian 11.

9) Jasprit Bumrah

The ‘Boom boom” has been in the news ever since he made his IPL debut and got Kohli as his first wicket. He then made his international debut and is India’s mainstay thereafter.

Last year he was the second highest wicket taker of the season with a total of 27 wickets. His economical bowling is a plus point apart from his wicket taking ability. He bowls in the death overs which is considered as the business end of the match

He does his job perfectly, with a variety of deliveries in his armoury, where the match can be broken or made. Thus he is the first pace bowler here.

10) T Natarajan

The Chinapampatti Express had wonderful last season which earned him his Indian cap. His success story has inspired many.

Last year he started off the IPL by taking the price wicket of Virat Kohli. After that, there was no stopping him . He took 16 wickets in the tournament. His toe crushing yorkers are a treat to watch.

Natarajan’s stature grew so much in a small period that he is now a part of this 11. He is the third pacer of this 11. He also had a great Australia tour which concluded last month.

11) Rahul Chahar

The MI spinner highly impressed everyone last year. He was not that famous as other wrist spinners but he proved his authority last season.

He took 15 wickets in total and was an important part of the MI attack. He took crucial wickets and broke partnerships at important times making him an impact player.

He is now ready to go to the next level with his spinning ability. Thus he is a last of the best Indian 11 which are on the prestigious list for for the 2021 IPL season.