IPL 2022: Best combined XI from the final four qualified teams

IPL 2022 is on the verge of getting over and this year’s tournament is now on the climax scene as Gujarat Lions, Rajasthan Royals, Lucknow Super Giants, and Royal Challengers Bangalore have qualified for the playoffs. Two new teams, GT and LSG have surprised many fans with their performance, courtesy of some stellar performances. Meanwhile, Rajasthan and Bangalore have fought their ways into the playoffs by gathering some crucial points throughout the tournament. Some uncapped players along with established ones have managed to lift their performances to help their team in qualifying for the play-offs.

Both GT and LSG have managed to seal the playoffs spots in their maiden appearance in this tournament. Rajasthan has shown some character in the last few games as they pushed back LSG to the third spot by securing the second one in the table. RCB have qualified as Virat Kohli played a crucial knock in the must-win game for them. Meanwhile, several players from these teams have contributed heavily to this competition.

Here, we come up with the best possible combined XI from these teams.

1. Jos Buttler (RR)

This opening batter from RR has provided solid starts to the team as he has smashed bowlers for fun. Jos Buttler has been a revelation in this year’s tournament as he has scored over 700 runs in 15 matches so far with his average being over 50 and strikes just under 150. 

Although the second half of the tournament has not gone as per his plans, he still has managed to keep a hold on the Orange Cap with a healthy margin. He has managed to score three tons along with four 50+ scores.

Jos Buttler’s highest score came against Delhi Capitals when he smashed 116 runs in 65 balls only. Rajasthan has often fumbled when Buttler has failed to deliver a decent start to their innings. As RR has found a place in the top four, Buttler would be raring to take his side to glory.