No place for kohli in the test of all the time of Kane Williamson XI of the 21st century; Matthew Hayden also names his

In a convincing and nostalgic segment that was issued in Espncricinfo, former Australian Obrador Matthew Hayden and previous New Zealand employer Kane Williamson They were invited to participate in a unique and intellectually stimulating challenge: to select their best Xis test of the 21st century.

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The episode began with a cheerful note, with the host presented by the two mythical batters, a giant from the golden age of Australia, the other still adding to his legacy in the world cricket. Hayden reminded him that, unlike him, Kane continues to travel numbers, which Williamson replied modestly, “Still try it” Get a round of laughter and put a relaxed and respectful tone. The atmosphere had a clear heart, but the task it followed was easy.

The two players received a group of modern ones to choose and had to build their XI of all time through a projection system. They would not only name a list, but they selected tactically, often blocking the other to buy a key player. The rules are clearly explained: the teams would consist of two openings, one number three, medium -sized batters, a number six, a goalkeeper, three fast bowls and a spinner. Although no specific place was fixed, the consensus was selecting teams that would be balanced enough to play in any condition: man or Away.

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Hayden won the launch and made the first movement in bold selecting Shane Warne As an initial selection, indicate that their strategy would not be linear. In response, Williamson chose his opening partner before: Matthew Hayden he and VIRENDER SEHWAG. When Hayden laughed at the selection of himself, the project advanced with a great spirit. Hayden closed Alastair Cook and David Warner Like its operators. Williamson, realizing that Sehwag was already chosen, chose Cook and Warner as an opening couple. Entry -in the middle order, children’s dream teams came to life: Ricky ponting at number 3, Sachin tendulkar at Williamson’s number 4. Hayden responded by choosing Brian Lara and Jacques KallisQuoting Lara as a personal hero. Kallis offered a complete depth, causing an immediate envy of Hayden.

Kane then quickly chose his spinner and a pater: Matiah Muralitaran and Glenn McGrathDoing praise and some kind complaints of Hayden, who hoped to secure both. Hayden continued to build his average order with Shot kohli and Laxman of plumbingRecognizing the challenge of leaving Villiers out. Williamson, however, closed Steve Smith and Ab of villliersWhile it is done Ms woman his goalkeeper at number 7. Hayden shot with his own selection of goalkeepers, Adam Gilchrist, And he joked that he should have chosen it before. As Pace departments focused, Kane added Dale Steyn and Shoaib Akhtar to his attack. Hayden, seeking to scare the opposition, went with Brett Lee and James AndersonRounding its XI with some of the most fearsome in modern history.

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In the latest options, Kane discussed if a second spinner was needed, considering that the team would play worldwide but chose Akhtar Jasprit bumrah To complete their trio of fast bowls. Reflecting on the strength of the alignments, the host read the final XIS: Hayden’s team boasted that Cook, Warner, Kallis, Lara, Kohli, Laxman, Gilchrist (Wk), Warne, Cummins, Lee and Anderson. Kane’s XI had Hayden, Sehwag, Ponting, Tendulkar, Smith, De Villiers, Dhoni (WK), Steyn, Shoaib, McGrath and Muralitharan. When asked about the captains, Hayden appointed Lara, quoting her ability to deliver under pressure on a weaker side of the western Indies and express the desire to see him lead a world class team. Kane chose Ricky ponting like his captain with Ms woman As a vice-chic. The host concluded that if these two great parts were played in a series of five-game tests worldwide, he would probably end up in a 2-2 draw with a drawn test game, highlighting the legendary height and competitiveness of the two XIS.

Test all of Matthew Hayden XI (21st Century)

• Openers: Alastair Cook, David Warner
• Average order: Jacques Kallis, Brian Lara (Captain), Virat Kohli, Vvs Laxman
• Mile: Adam Gilchrist
• Spinner: Shane Warne
• Fast bowls: PAT Cummins, Brett Lee, James Anderson

The test of all time of Kane Williamson XI (21st Century)

• Openers: Matthew Hayden, Virender Sehwag
• Average order: Ricky Ponting (Captain), Sachin Tendulkar, Steve Smith, AB of Villiers
• Mile: MS DHONI (Vice-Capitan)
• Spinner: Mattiah Muralitaran
• Fast bowls: Glenn McGrath, Dale Steyn, Shoaib Akhtar

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