Best One Day XI of the 21st Century

#8 Muttiah Muralitharan

Sri Lanka v India - Commonwealth Bank Series

Muttiah Muralitharan is considered one the greatest spinners ever. As a matter of fact, he is the highest wicket taker in ODI and Test Cricket. He made his debut in 1992, and he played international Cricket for 19 years.

Muralitharan played five World Cup tournaments for Sri Lanka, and he reached three World Cup finals. He took a total of 67 wickets in World Cup, which is only behind Glenn McGrath on the list. Muralitharan took 534 wickets in 350 ODI matches at an impressive bowling average of 23.08.

#9 Wasim Akram

Matthew Hayden of Australia is bowled by Wasim Akram of Pakistan

Wasim Akram is regarded as one of greatest pace bowlers of all time. The Pakistani bowler was known for his swing, and he had a remarkable pace. He was a magnificent bowler in his prime, and he was the backbone of the Pakistani bowling attack. Akram made his international debut in 1984, and he retired in 2003.

The left-arm fast bowler is the second highest wicket-taker in ODI Cricket. He took 502 wickets in 356 ODI matches at a bowling average of 23.52. Akram was also a handy lower order batsman.