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AB de Villiers picks Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, MS Dhoni for perfect ODI batter

AB de Villiers unveiled his dream ODI batting lineup during the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2026, selecting Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and MS Dhoni for key shots despite omitting Sachin Tendulkar. Kohli was chosen for his cover-drive mastery, while Rohit’s flick shot earned praise for its timing and elegance.

De Villiers also highlighted Dhoni’s six-hitting prowess, particularly during his prime, citing his ability to clear boundaries at will, including the iconic 2011 ODI final six. The former South African captain also picked himself for aggressive running between the wickets, alongside Matthew Hayden for the straight drive, Ricky Ponting for the pull shot, and Jacques Kallis for the cut shot.

Younis Khan was named for the sweep, surprising some with his selection. Meanwhile, De Villiers delivered a standout performance in the WCL, smashing an unbeaten 111 off 40 balls—including 11 sixes—to lead South Africa to a 15.2-over chase against Australia’s 209/5 total.

His rapid-fire century, reached in just 37 deliveries, underscored his enduring impact on the game.

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