Best ODI XI of players who haven't played a World Cup

The World Cup is the most prestigious tournament which the game can offer and any cricketer's dream is to win or at least play in the World Cup. There have been many legends who haven't won the World Cup and many young players yearning to get into the squad for the World Cup.

The 12th edition of the World Cup is set to begin on 30th May and many young players' and teams' dreams might come true. Having said that, let's take a look at the best possible playing XI with players who haven't played in the World Cup.

Selection Criteria: They must not have been in the squad for any ICC Cricket World Cup (ODI)

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#1 - Opener - Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan)

Fakhar Zaman has been one of the players who has been responsible for Pakistan's rise in the ICC rankings as well as for their Champions Trophy in 2017. He made his debut in the tournament and shone brightly and sealed his spot as the opener of the side.

He has scored 1275 runs in just 26 innings at a whopping 57.95 including a record-breaking 210 and has picked up a wicket as well. Someone who can dominate the bowlers right from the onset, Zaman is also ranked 5th in the ICC T20I Rankings. He is certainly set to play his first World Cup this year as their main man up front.

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#2 - Opener and Wicket Keeper - Jonny Bairstow (England)

Jonny Bairstow's rise in ODI cricket has been one which has been entertaining and stroke-filled. He made his debut after the 2011 World Cup but failed to make the bus for the 2015 edition despite playing well as the Three Lions opted for the more in-form Jos Buttler as the wicketkeeper.

He immediately made a comeback to the team and secured spots in all three formats of the game and is now a force to reckon with at the top of the order. He has scored 2017 runs in 54 innings at various batting positions averaging a brilliant 48.02. Bairstow is certainly sure of a World Cup debut this time around.

#3 Batsman - No.3 - Babar Azam (Pakistan)

Babar Azam has been Pakistan's best player in the last 2 years in almost all the formats. He is the No.1 Ranked T20I batsman and is No.5 in the ICC ODI Rankings.

He has played the anchoring role for Pakistan in many innings and has batted responsibly but with some flamboyance. He made his debut soon after the 2015 World Cup and in 54 ODIs, Babar has scored 2267 runs averaging a great 51.52.

He could be the main man for Pakistan in the 2019 World Cup and is one to look out for.

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#4 - Batsman- Shai Hope (West Indies)

Shai Hope has been a saving grace for the West Indies on many occasions and has become the anchor of the team. He made his ODI debut late in 2016 and batted in many positions but has now formed a lethal partnership with Shimron Hetmyer in the middle-order.

He has scored 875 runs in 18 innings averaging a stunning 67.30 which illustrates his stunning consistency. Though it requires a lot more for the Windies to pose a threat in the World Cup, Shai Hope is someone to be wary of.

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#5 - Ben Stokes - All Rounder (England)

Ben Stokes has been an integral part of this England team in all the formats of the game. He made his debut in 2011 but was in and out of the side due to injuries and disciplinary issues. He missed the bus for the 2015 World Cup but after being recalled back to the side, Stokes has been exceptional.

In total, he has scored 1963 runs in 75 matches averaging a good 37.35 and has picked up 58 wickets.

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#6 - Hardik Pandya - All Rounder (India)

Hardik Pandya is certainly on course to end India's search for a proper all-rounder but hasn't been too consistent. Pandya made his debut in 2016 and is a powerful striker of the ball and can create ripples with the ball. is a very energetic player on the field and has played a few whistle-worthy innings despite not scoring a hundred yet. He has 670 runs at an average of 29.13 and has picked up 40 wickets.

He will be crucial to India's World Cup run.

#7 - Rashid Khan - Spinner (Afghanistan)

Rashid Khan has been the best player and flagbearer of Afghanistan's cricket ever since he made his debut in 2015. After a great debut IPL season, Rashid proved that his exploits weren't a one-time show and began dominating in the international stage. He is very hard to pick and befuddles batsmen in any sort of pitch.

He has picked up a staggering 118 wickets in just 52 matches averaging an unbelievable 14.47. He has been handy with the bat as well and is turning into more of an all-rounder. He has scored 576 runs. He will be the key player for Afghanistan this World Cup.

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#8 - Kagiso Rabada - Fast Bowler (South Africa)

Kagiso Rabada is probably the most deadly bowler for the Proteas, overtaking their legend Dale Steyn. Rabada made his debut shortly after the World Cup and is now their main fast bowler in the team.

He is the No.1 ranked Test Bowler and No. 4 in the ODI Rankings. He has taken 93 wickets with a bowling average of 26.10. He is someone who genuinely instils fear in the hearts of batsmen and his presence might give South Africa the chance to win their maiden title.

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#9 - Kuldeep Yadav - Spinner (India)

Kuldeep Yadav is one of the rare breed of spinners, left arm chinaman and India are certainly lucky to have him. In the 33 matches Kuldeep has played, he has picked up 66 wickets and has bowled with great control, deception of the highest quality. Kuldeep has befuddled many top batsmen and his performance in England in the ODI series in 2018 illustrates his ability to perform there, which will be key to India's outcomes.

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#10 - Mustafizur Rahman ( Bangladesh) and #11 - Jasprit Bumrah (India) - Fast Bowlers

Mustafizur Rahman made his debut after the World Cup in 2015 and impressed everyone especially with his lethal yorkers. He has been Bangladesh's main bowler ever since and has been highly consistent for the Tigers.

A highly sought after player in many T20 leagues as well, Mustafizur has 73 wickets from 40 matches with a great bowling average of 20.56. He has been stopped from playing the IPL this year by the BCB asking him to stay fit for the World Cup and this illustrates his importance.

Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler on this list as he is ranked No. 1 in the ICC Bowlers' Rankings and he is achieved this in just 2 years. A highly-consistent bowler known for his lethal yorkers and accurate death bowling as well as his queer bowling action, Bumrah was a find of the IPL which later surfaced into international cricket as well.

Bumrah has been exceptional in all formats especially in Tests where he picked up 21 wickets recently against Australia in the Test series receiving high praise. He has picked up 78 wickets from 44 matches in ODIs. Bumrah will be the X-Factor for India at the World Cup.