A look at the current-best Asian T20I XI

In the last decade or so, T20 cricket has made a special place in the hearts of cricket lovers. It has now become the most popular cricket format in the game. Most of the top nations have their own T20 tournaments conducted every year.

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There is no denying that Cricket is the most popular sport in Asia. Nations like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka have a huge number of cricket fans. In fact, the Indian T20 League conducted in India is the most popular franchise cricket tournament in the world. Thus, we have tried to compile the best T20 Asian T20I XI. Here’s a look at that:

 1. Rohit Sharma (C)

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Rohit Sharma will lead the team in our list of Asia’s best T20 XI. India’s haven’t lost a single T20I under him, since he took over as the full-time captain. Rohit Sharma will provide an aggressive start at the top of the order.

2. Babar Azam (VC)

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Babar Azam is currently the number-one ranked T20 batter in the world. He has one of the most consistent batters going around. Babar Azam should complement Rohit Sharma well at the top of the order.

3. KL Rahul

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KL Rahul, once again, showcased his class in the Indian T20 League 2022. Turning up for Lucknow, KL Rahul scored the most runs for the side and was the second-highest run-scorer, overall. He has been tasked to lead the Indian Cricket Team in the upcoming T20 series against South Africa.

4. Suryakumar Yadav

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Suryakumar Yadav has consistently provided valuable knocks since making his debut for India. His ability to find gaps and score boundaries right from the onset of his innings makes him an asset in T20 cricket. He will be a vital cog in the middle order.

5. Shakib Al Hasan

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Shakib Al Hasan takes the number five spot in the line-up. He will provide solidity in the middle order and can do the role of a floater. Besides, he will provide the third spin bowling option in the playing XI.

6. Rishabh Pant

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There is no denying the fact that Rishabh Pant is one of the most destructive batters in world cricket. Once get going, he can turn the game around in a very short space of time. Pant has enjoyed great success in ODIs and Tests but the same hasn’t been the case in T20 internationals. He would look to improve his T20 record in the coming games.

7. Hardik Pandya

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Hardik Pandya has impressed one and all with his leadership and his individual performances in the Indian T20 League 2022. The way he led the team and approached his innings with the bat was outstanding. Besides, he also played a handy role with the ball. Without a doubt, he deserves a place in the current T20 XI.

8. W Hasaranga

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W Hasaranga is one of the biggest assets for Sri Lanka in T20 internationals. There aren’t a lot of cricketers who have been able to dominate him in world cricket. He bowled admirably in the Indian T20 League 2022 and finished as the second-highest wicket-taker.

9. Yuzvendra Chahal

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Yuzvendra Chahal enjoyed his best Indian T20 League 2022 season with the ball. Chahal bowled beautifully throughout the tournament and helped the team reach the final of the cash-rich league. He topped the tally of most wickets this season.

10. Jasprit Bumrah

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In the last couple of years, a lot of young Indian pacers have come into the limelight. However, Jasprit Bumrah has consistently bowled well and is India’s number one pacer across formats. He didn’t have a great season with the ball in the Indian T20 League 2022 but would look to come back stronger.

11. Shaheen Afridi

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The left-arm pacer, Shaheen Shah Afridi brings variety to the pace attack. He has got the ability to swing both ways and makes life difficult for the batters. Afridi is the premier fast bowler of Pakistan Cricket Team and deserves a spot in the team.