Dream IPL XI from players that played in 1970s and 1980s

#2 Middle Order

3.Sir Viv Richards

Viv Richards was unarguably the most flamboyant and awe-inspiring cricketer of all time. Chewing the gum hard, he always swaggered towards the crease. His body language and the intense look on his face had the opposition sweating. This was accompanied by a series of mesmerizing stroke-plays that ripped apart the opposition bowling. An astounding strike rate of over 90 in ODIs, in an era where even 60 was considered brisk, is a huge feat in itself. Thus with absolutely no doubt, Richards would be the first overseas player in our Dream IPL XI and will bat at the no.3 position.

Sir Viv Richards' ODI stats

4.Allan Border

Allan Border was one of the greatest Australian batsmen and captain. The batting maestro not only scored over 11000 Test runs but also lead Australia to its first ODI World Cup victory in 1987. Border was a genius when it came to holding the innings together by forming strong partnerships. Thus his presence in the side provides stability to the middle order. Apart from being a great batsman, he was also a very resourceful spin bowler.

Allan Border's ODI stats

5.Mohammad Azharuddin

Azharuddin was elegance personified, with his wristy batting being a treat to watch. Picking up a ball pitched well outside off and hitting it towards the mid-wicket region was his signature shot. He used his feet against the spinners rather astutly and read the situation of the game very well and played accordingly. He could play the waiting game and switch gears when required with ease and was also one of the best fielders of his time. For a player batting at no. 5, it is essential to play as per the situation and Azharuddin did exactly that.

Mohammad Azharuddin's ODI stats