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West Indies cricket icon Chris Gayle, one of the biggest entertainers in T20 history, has once again grabbed the spotlight—this time by unveiling his all-time Indian Premier League (IPL) XI. The line-up, handpicked by him features several superstars who shaped the league over its 18-season journey since 2008.
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Chris Gayle’s XI
Gayle’s XI includes: Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle, Suresh Raina, KL Rahul, AB de Villiers, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Dwayne Bravo, Sunil Narine, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Jasprit Bumrah.
From the Karnataka contingent, Kannadiga batter KL Rahul has found a place in Gayle’s dream team, cementing his reputation as one of the most dependable IPL performers. Alongside him, former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) stalwarts Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers also feature, ensuring RCB’s strong presence in the fantasy line-up. Counting Gayle himself, four RCB faces make the cut, underlining the franchise’s impact despite never having won the title.
The IPL has been a platform where legends were made and forgotten over the years. Gayle, who lit up stadiums across India with his towering sixes and flamboyant style, said this XI reflects consistency, charisma, and match-winning ability.
From Jamaica to Bengaluru, Gayle’s cricketing journey has always been intertwined with the IPL. His selections once again remind fans why he remains one of the league’s most iconic figures.