World Cup 2019: A combined India-Pakistan XI 

Middle Order: Virat Kohli, Mohammad Hafeez, and Mahendra Singh Dhoni

India v Australia - ICC Cricket World Cup 2019

Virat Kohli takes the number 3 spot thanks to his tremendous numbers. Often considered the greatest of ODI players, Kohli is a name which can be found many a times in the record books. Pakistan do possess some real handy batsmen but it is a spot just too hard to give someone else the nod when you have the ICC number 1 ranked batsman in contention.

Kohli had a decent outing against Australia as he scored 82 in what was a captain’s knock. The Indian Skipper is bidding to become only the third man in history to lead India to the World Cup glory and if he continues his sensational form then that dream might well come true.

Australia v Pakistan - ICC Cricket World Cup 2019

Mohammed Hafeez provides a sense of stability to the Pakistan unit in the middle as his experience is something which helps him claim his place in this combined 11.

Hafeez is enjoying a decent World Cup as he has been able to get some runs as well as crucial wickets which makes him one of the most important members of the Pakistan team. His all-around display is a delight to watch and the veteran is truly utilising his experience to perfection, notably seen in the matchwinning performance against England.

India v Australia - ICC Cricket World Cup 2019

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a name which every ardent cricket follower is well aware of. Arguably the greatest finisher the world has ever seen, Dhoni has the ability to frighten any opposition. Mahi has won it all and his intelligence on hte field has been second to none. Indian cricket supporters adore their former skipper and it is no secret that on his day, there aren't many players better than MS Dhoni.

Dhoni batted at a quick rate against Australia as he scored 27 off just 14 bowls. While his batting has been good, his wicket-keeping skills have been utterly brilliant. With a lot of matches to come, Indian fans will be hope that their former captain continues with his excellent work behind the stumps.