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With the Twenty20 World Cup just around the corner, which players will shine and who will give their nation the edge in bringing home the trophy?
Martin Guptill
When it comes to big-hitting, this man is no less to the likes of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers. He has been in amazing form since the time he smashed 237 in the 2015 World Cup. His recent heroics include his 93* in 30 balls against Sri Lanka to his 87* in 68 balls against Pakistan.
Opening along with Kane Williamson, he forms and absolutely unbreakable wall. When these two set, there is no stopping the BlackCaps.
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Kane Williamson
Ever since his debut in 2010, he has been a solid pillar in the Blackcaps’ batting line-up, and now after the retirement of Brendon McCullum, he has been given a huge responsibility of captaining the team. Every time he comes on, he puts up an entertaining show. He may not seem like a big hitter but his ability to rotate strike and place balls in gaps in incredible.
Steve Smith
After Clarke’s retirement in 2015, Smith has led the men in yellow, and so far his journey has been commendable. From his batting to the captaining, he has shown the world an upcoming era of Australian Dominance. With the support of an amazing team full of all rounders, Smith is going to be someone to watch out for.
Virat Kohli
India’s Test captain has become the fastest to 7000 ODI runs. Ranked at second for ODIs and T20s, Kohli is one of the most aggressive batsman going around. He expresses his emotions out loud on the field.
He is a quality batsman who uses beautiful drives and shots to construct his innings. This aggressive approach and great consistency makes him a lethal limited overs batsman.
Ajinkya Rahane
He might not be a big hitter but his ability to rotate strike is his strength. Rahane is not only a quality batsman but an excellent slip fielder, which is something very important in terms of the Indian square-turning pitches. His recent form in the one-day game has been very good and he definitely holds a big job in the fairly inexperienced Indian batting line-up.
Ravichandran Ashwin
Do I even have to say anything? This man is on the peak of his career and will be the most important bowler on Indian pitches. His recent form has been tremendous – he was the leading wicket taker in the series against Sri-Lanka and India.
If there is any chance for India’s young inexperienced side to win the Cup, it is Ravichandran Ashwin.
Samuel Badree
As of now, he is the No.1 bowler in the ICC T20 rankings and this honour is well deserved. His leg spin might be key to the West Indian success on turning pitches, and with the skills he has, he could be lethal for even the best of batsman.
Ravindra Jadeja
After being dropped out of the XI, Jadeja impressed selectors with the bat and ball in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. When he returned to the XI to face South Africa he was the second highest wicket taker after teammate Ashwin.
The most impressive aspect in his game is his accuracy with the ball. Additionally, he heavily contributes in the lower order batting, which makes him a player to watch out for.
AB De Villiers
Arguably the best batsman in the world, De Villiers has gained enough experience in the IPL to be extremely dangerous on Indian pitches during the World T20. His ‘jack-out-of-the-box’ quality makes him a trouble for all bowlers.
De Villiers’ dynamic qualities and scoring abilities make him someone to watch out for.
Chris Gayle
Gayle can take a match away from you in just a few balls. His recent twelve-ball 50 in the BBL shows his incredible form, and makes him someone to watch out for.
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