World Test under-25 XI
Any side that invests heavily on youngstersand makes sure to nurture themwill reap rewards in the future more often than not. There are many promising youngsters who take an integral part in their teams at present and perform as if they belong to the international stage.We have tried in making a more balanced and best team possible from the players who are aged 25 and belowat the present date just to reveal how capable the younger crop is.NOTE: Stats and age as onJune29, 2014.
#1 Joe Root
Matches – 17, Innings – 33
Runs – 1214, Average – 41.86,
Highest Score – 200*, Hundreds – 3, Fifties – 4
Age: 23 years and 181 days
His records speak for himself. The player with a school-boy look, made his walk into the middle of the pitch in his first Test match sporting a wide smile and exhibited patience like a man with a sniper. His concentration and willingness to bat through is amazing for his age.
A much needed saviour for England in its transition period and can stake claim as an opener for many years to come.