The curtains fell on the highly anticipated ODI World Cup 2023 on Sunday, November 19th, leaving Indian cricket fans with mixed emotions as Australia emerged victorious, clinching the title for the sixth time at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In the aftermath of the thrilling tournament, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan, a prominent member of the Hindi Commentary Team for the official broadcasters, provided his insights by revealing his carefully curated Team of the World Cup 2023.
On November 20th, Irfan Pathan took to his social media platforms to share his post-tournament analysis, presenting a 12-man squad that, according to him, encapsulated the standout performers of the World Cup. The cricketing maestro, known for his astute understanding of the game, handpicked players based on their exceptional contributions during the tournament.
Pathan’s selection process considered various factors, including stellar batting performances, impactful bowling spells, and exemplary fielding displays. Each member of his dream team earned their spot through a combination of skill, consistency, and the ability to shine on the grand stage of the World Cup.
As fans eagerly awaited Pathan’s verdict, the former cricketer turned commentator added an extra layer of excitement to the post-tournament discussions. The unveiling of his dream team sparked debates and discussions among cricket enthusiasts worldwide, as they weighed in on his choices and shared their opinions on social media.
Irfan Pathan named his Dream Team for the 2023 Cricket World Cup, featuring Rohit Sharma and Quinton de Kock as openers, with Virat Kohli at the crucial number 3 position. Virat Kohli, who emerged as the tournament’s highest run-scorer with 765 runs, was awarded the ‘Player of the Tournament.’ The spin department was reinforced by New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra and Australia’s Glenn Maxwell.
Rohit Sharma was appointed as the captain of the team. All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja showcased his prowess, amassing 578 runs in 10 games. The pace attack comprised Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Marco Jansen, and Gerald Coetzee. Shami stood out as the highest wicket-taker with 24 wickets in 7 games, while Bumrah claimed 20 wickets in 11 matches. South Africans Jansen and Coetzee secured 17 and 20 wickets, respectively.
Shreyas Iyer, with a stellar batting performance, earning 530 runs at an average of 66.25, was selected as the 12th man in Pathan’s team. Overall, Pathan’s Dream Team reflects a balanced combination of top-performing batsmen, spin all-rounders, and a formidable pace attack from various cricketing nations.
