Current World Test XI
The players are selected on their performancesin their respective batting positions and it is not a collection of the 11 best cricketers on merit (except for the first opener)The team was selected on 29 July 2014
#1 Hashim Amla
Due to the wretched run of England’s Alastair Cook coupled with the thought of not to miss out on the South African batting machine, Amla gets the nod ahead of some decent regular openers. Having said that, the 31-year-old is entrusted with the responsibility as he is better equipped to deal with the new ball and can bat through the innings to lay a strong base for the batters to come.
The right-hander will add plenty of character to the side and is the right man to have at the top to deal with the fast bowlers. His strength lies in adjusting to the line and length at the last minute with his quick hands. The bearded man likes to stay on the back foot and can be an easy target to out-swingers, but, he has dealt with the same in a successful way throughout his career.