Best benched XI of IPL 2015

In the Indian Premier League (IPL), there has never been any shortage of star power as there are players recruited from all around the globe. As a result, many players who otherwise would deserve a chance are forced to miss out.Here, we present to you a list of players who have done well in the past in the IPL but are yet to be picked in the playing XI for their respective teams this season:Note: The rule of having no more than 4 overseas players in a playing XI has been considered.

#1 Michael Hussey (CSK)

Michael Hussey has been one of Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) most consistent performers over the years. After playing for CSK from 2008 to 2013, the legendary Australian batsman was picked up by Mumbai Indians (MI). However, after a moderate season, he has now returned to the franchise where he made his name as far as the IPL is concerned.

Hussey, who became the second batsman to score a century in the IPL after Brendon McCullum when he made 116 against Kings XI Punjab in 2008, was monumental in CSK winning the IPL in 2010 and 2011 as well as the CLT20 in 2010.

Apart from his cricketing ability, his work ethics and willingness to contribute to the team’s cause have made him the ideal role model for the younger players to follow.