Dinesh Karthik picks his Indian XI for all formats, which includes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

Former Indian batsman and wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik has chosen his all-time Indian playing XI for all formats. Karthik carefully assembled a dream team from the tremendous pool of talent India has generated over the years. In Tests, ODIs, and T20Is alike, he developed an all-around balanced starting eleven that can win.

The dynamic opening pair of Virender Sehwag and Rohit Sharma was selected by Karthik’s XI. The team will get off to a fast start thanks to Sehwag’s aggressive approach and Rohit’s recent success, which included a brilliant showing in the 2024 T20 World Cup.

Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rahul Dravid are the lethal trio that comprise the middle order. This batting lineup is supported by the patience of Dravid, the skill of Tendulkar, and the contemporary brilliance of Kohli. The middle-order is likely the strongest ever constructed, with over 200 international centuries between them.

Dinesh Karthik has two spinners in his all-time starting eleven.

Yuvraj Singh and Ravindra Jadeja, both game-changers in their own right, are occupying the all-rounder positions. Both Yuvraj and Jadeja are essential additions to the team because of their significant contributions to India’s World Cup victory in both the ODI and T20I formats.

Ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who has been in incredible form, especially in the 2024 T20 World Cup, leads the bowling attack. Alongside him is the seasoned Zaheer Khan, who is renowned for his ability to swing the ball both ways and provide the side with a bowling option to the left.

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Anil Kumble and Ravichandran Ashwin, the spin department’s illustrious tandem, along with Harbhajan Singh as the 12th player, guarantee a formidable blend of skill and experience.

Dinesh Karthik’s all-format India XI: Virender Sehwag, Rohit Sharma, Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, Jasprit Bumrah, and Zaheer Khan. 12th man: Harbhajan Singh