The Best IPL XI that never won a World Cup

5. AB de Villiers

There are few more emotional moments than watching a player like AB de Villiers breaking down at Eden Park. All the efforts he had given in, everything went in vain. All it took was a single run-out opportunity to deny ABD a chance to represent South Africa in a World Cup final. That moment was heartbreaking for cricket fans all over the world. 

De Villiers is a modern-day giant in the cricketing world. He still holds the record of the fastest century in ODIs. Apart from that, in 170 IPL matches, he has scored 4897 runs with a healthy average of 40.47. A humongous strike rate of 152.13 showcases his talent with the bat. He is one of the finest cricketers South Africa has ever produced.

Even after his retirement, he continues to amaze us with his batting. Adding on, he can guard the wickets when required. Also, De Villiers is one of the finest fielders in the history of the game. Overall, he was widely regarded as the most valuable batsman in the game. But, with no world cup trophy in his cabinet, he makes it to this list.