IPL 2019: Old is Gold, IPL Veterans XI

Middle Order

#3 AB De Villiers – 35, Royal Challengers Bangalore

2018 Mzansi Super League: Cape Town Blitz v Tshwane Spartans

In at number 3 we have one of the modern greats, Mr. 360, AB de Villiers. With the ability to hit the ball anywhere he wants against any attack, AB is a player that draws crowds to games. Bowlers in the IPL will have sleepless nights wondering where to bowl to Mr. 360, especially if he performs as he did last year.

Sadly, AB has retired from international cricket and won’t be at the World Cup, RCB will be hoping he can show South Africa what they will be missing in this year's tournament.

IPL 2018 statistics:

Matches: 12, Runs: 480, Average: 53.33, Strike Rate: 174.54, 100s: 0, 50s: 6

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#4 Yuvraj Singh - 36, Mumbai Indians

Australia v India - Game 3

Our number four is the legendary, World Cup winning, Yuvraj Singh. Yuvraj Singh’s inspiring story of overcoming cancer and making his way back to the Indian team have made him a fan favourite across the world. Founder of the YouWeCan initiative to combat cancer, Yuvraj Singh’s impact is not limited to the cricket field.

A handy left-arm spinner, Yuvraj did not have the best IPL last year, Yuvi came back with the bang in the opening game for MI where he produced some vintage strokeplay to make a half-century.

IPL 2018 statistics:

Matches: 8, Runs: 65, Average: 10.83, Strike Rate: 89.04, 100s: 0, 50s: 0

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#5 MS Dhoni (c, wk) – 37, Chennai Super Kings

India v Australia - ODI Series: Game 3

Captain and wicketkeeper of the team is captain cool, MSD. An excellent finisher and tactician, MSD is the most successful captain in IPL history having guided CSK to three titles. It's hard to look past CSK for the title this year with Dhoni at the helm.

MSD had an excellent season last year and has been a consistent performer in the IPL over the years. Another player coming under some scrutiny in the last few months, Dhoni recently found form against Australia. It's clear that MSD is ready to light up the IPL this season with his trademark helicopter shot.

IPL 2018 statistics:

Matches – 16, Runs: 455, Average: 75.83, Strike Rate: 150.66, 100s: 0, 50s: 3

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