WC 2015: The majestic 11 who stood out this World Cup
Brendon McCullum (New Zealand): He could easily lead the ship comprising players from other nations who, along with him, impressed in the ICC World Cup 2015. Well, the World Cup XI has an opener in him too. (Photo: AP)- Trent Boult (New Zealand): The Kiwi seamer turned heads with his line and length. The result? He also claimed 22 wickets in the tournament including a five-for against Australia in the league stages. (Photo: AP)
- Mohammed Shami (India): The only Indian bowler who gave nightmares to his opponents. With 18 wickets in his kitty in the World Cup, he swung the ball with pace to deceive the batsmen. He could be a good opening bowler in any condition. (Photo: AP)
- Mitchell Starc (Australia): He has shown massive improvement since the time former Australian cricketer Shane Warne called him 'soft'. With 22 wickets, he was not only the joint highest wicket-taker (with Trent Boult of New Zealand), but maintained
- Imran Tahir (South Africa): He is one of the best spinners around in the world currently. Though South Africa could not cross the finishing line, Tahir did his job with the ball. Even when McCullum was going great guns against the Proteas, he came
- James Faulkner (Australia): Another asset to any playing eleven for his all-round effort in any match. Faulkner, like Maxwell, is a threat because of his quick scoring rate and ability to provide crucial breakthroughs. He missed out on the first
- Glenn Maxwell (Australia): He is dangerous, has the ability to change the game. Most known for unorthodox shots, Maxwell is a big hitter. He can bowl some spin as well. Australia's World Cup triumph was an all-round effort and this man played a huge
- AB de Villiers (South Africa): The tragic hero of the tournament. Why? He had the team to clinch the title and shed the chokers tag but South Africa's run ended in the semifinal. But AB's performance held him in good light. Be it with the bat or
- Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka): With four consecutive tons in the tournament, he bowed out in style. He is the second highest run-scorer, after Guptill, with 541 runs. The world would love to watch more of him. One last time, Sanga? (Photo: AP)
- Steve Smith (Australia): Probably the most reliable No 3 batsman in the world right now, Smith had a handsome World Cup too. Since India's Virat Kohli did not do much in the mega event, the Aussie took a chance and rose to prominence. (Photo: AP)
- Martin Guptill (New Zealand): The New Zealand opener, along with McCullum, punished the opponents and scored 547 runs in the tournament including a double ton against West Indies. (Photo: AP)
Brendon McCullum (New Zealand): He could easily lead the ship comprising players from other nations who, along with him, impressed in the ICC World Cup 2015. Well, the World Cup XI has an opener in him too. (Photo: AP)
WC 2015: The majestic 11 who stood out this World Cup
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