Best XI from Big Bash League 2018

Earlier today, the Adelaide Strikers defeated the Hobart Hurricanes to win the Big Bash League (BBL). The tournament witnessed some lusty hitting, wonderful fielding and brilliant athleticism in the field.

The Adelaide Strikers outplayed seven other sides to win the competition. From Jake Weatherald's century in the final to D'Arcy Short's brilliance right throughout the competition, the tournament had some great moments.

On that note, let us have a look at the team of the tournament.

Openers

D'Arcy Short (Hobart Hurricanes)

The southpaw D'Arcy Short lit up the tournament with his batting display. Short scored 572 runs at an average of 57.20 in 11 innings. Short went past Shaun Marsh's tally of most runs in a season. The flamboyant opening batsman was the reason for Hobart Hurricanes' success.

Courtesy his performances in the league, Short also received his maiden IPL contract as he was procured by the Rajasthan Royals for INR 4 crore.

The youngster made it to the Australian team soon after his phenomenal run in the league. Short has the ability to send the ball a long way and his technique against the spinners in the middle overs helped him score freely.

The 27-year-old can also roll his arm over for a few overs. Short will be the premier opener in this side.

Alex Carey (Adelaide Strikers)

The wicketkeeper of the winning team, Alex Carey played an integral role in his team's victory. Carey was spectacular behind the stumps this season. The left-hander scored 443 runs in 11 innings at an average of 49.22 and alongside Weatherald, put on some crucial partnerships for the Adelaide Strikers. He will open the batting alongside Short in our lineup.

Middle Order

Cameron White (Melbourne Renegades)

Veteran Australian all-rounder Cameron White earned a place in the Australian squad after his successful run in the Big Bash League. White scored 304 runs in 8 innings at an average of 76. He played the anchor role for the Renegades and also captained the side in the absence of regular skipper Aaron Finch.

White will be the perfect number three batsman for this side with two aggressive batsmen lined up at the top.

Travis Head (Adelaide Strikers)

Tournament-winning skipper Travis Head will lead the team. Head was in good form in this year's edition of the league. He played 9 matches amassing 374 runs at an average of 53.42.

The skipper played an important role in his side's success in the tournament, making instinctive decisions as a captain which benefited his side. A handy off-spinner as well, he bowled magnificently in the semi-final against the Renegades.

Glenn Maxwell (Melbourne Stars)

The Melbourne Stars had a horrendous season but all-rounder Glenn Maxwell makes it to the team of the tournament. Maxwell was in stellar form in domestic cricket before the tournament commenced, and he brought that form into the competition, scoring 299 runs at an average of nearly 38.

Maxwell's strike rate of 154.12 is the biggest positive. His all-round abilities make him special and he is an obvious choice in this XI.

Tom Cooper (Melbourne Renegades)

Australian all-rounder Tom Cooper helped the Renegades to the semi-finals of the tournament. Cooper scored 298 runs in the tournament at an average of 49.66. He had an impressive strike rate of 141.23 as well.

He handled the responsibility of finishing the innings for his team. The 31-year-old also chipped in with a few useful overs whenever needed. Cooper will play the finisher's role in our XI.

All-Rounder and Spinner

Dwayne Bravo (Melbourne Renegades)

The Carribean all-rounder Dwayne Bravo has been one of the most successful all-rounders in world cricket. Bravo was the joint leading wicket-taker in the tournament with 18 wickets in 11 innings. He contributed immensely to Renegades' journey to the semis and his athleticism in the field gives him an extra edge ahead of the other all-rounders.

Rashid Khan (Adelaide Strikers)

Afghanistan's spinning sensation Rashid Khan was by far the best overseas pick in the tournament. The leg-spinner took the Big Bash League by storm in his maiden season with his stupendous form.

Rashid was the leading wicket-taker of the tournament with 18 wickets. The teenager had a brilliant economy rate of 5.65 as well.

Pacers

Andrew Tye

Andrew Tye was the best bowler in the tournament, scalping 16 wickets from only six games. Tye was away on national duty for most of the tournament and the Scorchers sorely missed his services.

Tye bowls brilliantly in the death overs which makes him a special prospect in T20 cricket.

Jofra Archer(Hobart Hurricanes)

West Indies-born all-rounder Jofra Archer earned a name for himself following a successful run in the tournament. Archer performed tremendously and also fetched an IPL contract for himself.

Archer also took two breathtaking catches in the tournament, showcasing his fielding prowess. He picked up 16 wickets in 12 matches, but his stellar performances could not power his team to the title.

Ben Laughlin (Adelaide Strikers)

Ben Laughlin has been one of the best bowlers in the Australian domestic circuit in recent times. The 35-year-old is the all-time leading wicket-taker of the tournament with 85 wickets in 62 matches. Laughlin's accuracy and sudden changes of pace are the main reasons for his success.

Laughlin played an integral role for his side in the tournament, taking 16 wickets in 12 games. Laughlin mostly bowled in the death overs for his team and will be a perfect pick in this star-studded XI.