Test Team of the 2000s | Crickpicks

In this QuickPix episode of Combox, hosts Varun Alvaconda, Saurabh Somani, and Jarrod Kimber engage in a snake-draft format to create their ideal test cricket team from the 2000s. Starting off, Jarrod picks Jacques Kallis as his first choice, supported by Glenn McGrath and Dale Steyn later in the draft. Each host defends their picks by referencing players' statistics and contributions during that decade, highlighting legends like Shane Warne, Adam Gilchrist, and Ricky Ponting. The conversation flows as they also critique their own selections and discuss which players deserve a spot in their teams. Notably missing from the lineup are several well-regarded players from Asia, leading to reflections on the game's evolution during the 2000s. Their finalized team represents a blend of seamers, spinners, and explosive batting talent, while sparking playful arguments over the rankings and legacy of these cricketers at the conclusion of the episode.