Best current non-Asian ODI XI

When Australia defeated New Zealand in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup in March, the cricketing fraternity got an old but a new champion.Teams from the sub-continent had dominated the game in the last decade.

With teams like South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, West Indies, England and other associate nations rising to the occasion, every match is giving rise to modern day legends and promising youngsters.With the game reaching new heights and extending its boundaries, here is a compilation of the best non-Asian ODI XI:

1. Brendon McCullum - New Zealand (Captain):

Brendon McCullum

If there is one man who can guarantee us total entertainment, it is Baz. Be it batting, keeping or fielding, he always gives his best for the team. McCullum is one of the major reasons for New Zealand’s remarkable turnaround as he led them to their first World Cup final ever.

His fireworks are crucial at the top of the order and can rattle any opposition. He holds combine 5808 runs from 250 matches at a strike rate of 94.57, is an astute captain and has some amazing fielding. Naturally, any team would want him to open the match for them.

2. Hashim Amla - South Africa:

Hashim Amla

There is no better person than Hashim Amla to have at the start of innings. He is a legend in his own right and one of the chief architects of the South African team. He is the fastest to reach 2000,3000,4000 and 5000 ODI runs.

Amla is a brisk scorer and his strike rate of 89.92 stands testimony to it.With 5692 runs from 112 innings at an average of more than 50 and 20 centuries, Amla will be the ‘go-to man’ for any team and an ideal opener to set up things for the rest.