South African legend Hashim Amla reveals his best test ever; No room for Virat Kohli and Joe Root

former South Africa Hitting great Hashim Amla Revealed as his all-time Test XI, the selection has sparked a lot of controversy among cricket fans. In a surprising decision, Amla chose not to include modern-day giants like Virat Kohli, Joe Root, Steve Smithor Kane Williamson. Instead, he filled his lineup with legendary names from the late 1990s and 2000s, along with some former teammates.

Hashim Amla picks his last ever international Test without Virat Kohli or Joe Root

talk on Beard before the wicket Podcast, Amla’s top order starts with the former South Africa captain Graeme Smith and Australia power Matthew Hayden As openers. Smith, one of the most successful Test captains in history, amassed 9,265 points, including 9,030 as an opener. Hayden, who was feared for his aggressive batting, finished with 8265 runs at an average of 50.73 from 103 Tests.

In third place, Amla went to third position India“wall”, Rahul Dravidwho scored 13,288 Test runs, including 10,524 runs at the first drop at an average of 52.88. Ricky Pontingthe former Australia captain and third-highest run-scorer in Test history with 13,378 runs, ranks fourth.

In a slight tweak from his usual batting positions, Amla named his former Proteas teammate Jacques Callis In fifth place. While Kallis has often made the top four, his versatility and record of 13,289 runs, coupled with 292 wickets, make him an ideal middle-order option. Surprisingly, Sachin Tendulkar – the highest run-scorer in Test cricket with 15,921 runs – has been placed at number six, despite topping the number four spot throughout his career.

Wicket-keeping duties go to another South African, AB de Villiersthe destructive mixture with 8765 test rounds. His ability to adapt to different situations and add balance to the team earned him the edge over traditional goalkeepers.

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A balanced bowling attack led by the legends

Amla’s bowling unit is as formidable as the batting order, featuring two all-time greats and two fearsome pace bowlers. Muttiah Muralitharanthe leading wicket-taker in Test history with 800 scalps, is a partner with Shane Warnethe Australian spin wizard who took 708 wickets, giving the team immense versatility in the spin department.

The fast attack is led by Australia Glenn McGrathis widely regarded as one of the most accurate fast bowlers of all time, with 563 wickets at an average of 21.64. South Africa joined him Dale Steinwhose pace and swing brought him 439 wickets in just 93 Tests, making him one of the most lethal fast bowlers of his era.

By excluding dominant contemporary players like Kohli and Root, Amla has clearly gone for cricketers who, in his eyes, have left an indelible mark over a long period. The side blends power, technique and match-winning ability, creating what it sees as the ultimate Test combination.

Hashim Amla 11th Test All-Time Test:

Graeme Smith, Matthew Hayden, Rahul Dravid, Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Sachin TendulkarAb de Villiers (Week), Book of Stings, Dale of Stice, Muralitan Muralitan, Glenn McGrath

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