By Admin 
Before IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bangalore wicketkeeper-batsman Jitesh Sharma has surprised cricket fans by choosing his all-time IPL playing eleven. The biggest surprise was that Virat Kohli did not get a place in this team, whereas the responsibility of captaincy has been handed over to Mahendra Singh Dhoni. This selection of Jitesh has become a topic of discussion on social media.
Have a special relationship with RCB
Jitesh Sharma proved himself as a reliable finisher while playing for RCB in 2025. Jitesh, who was bought for Rs 11 crore in the mega auction, strengthened the team by scoring fast runs in that season. RCB lifted the IPL trophy for the first time in the same year, in which Jitesh played an important role. During this period he scored 261 runs at a strike rate of 176.35. Despite his brilliant performance, Ishan Kishan did not get a place in the T20 World Cup 2026 due to his return.
Jitesh Sharma’s all-time IPL XI
In Jitesh’s selected team, the responsibility of opening has been given to Rohit Sharma and Adam Gilchrist. Both the players are known for their aggressive start in IPL. Suryakumar Yadav has been placed at number three, who has the ability to change the course of the match in T20 cricket. The middle order includes stalwarts like Jacques Kallis and AB de Villiers, who offer a great mix of experience and aggression.
Dhoni balance between captain and all-rounders
Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been selected not only as wicketkeeper but also as captain. Jitesh believes that Dhoni’s captaincy and calm nature gives the team an edge in big matches. Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel have been included as all-round options, which creates balance in both batting and bowling.
reliable bowling attack
In the bowling unit, Varun Chakraborty has been given the responsibility of spin, while Jasprit Bumrah and Josh Hazlewood are seen handling the responsibility of fast bowling. This attack can create problems for the opposition team on any pitch.
Jitesh Sharma’s playing 11
Rohit Sharma, Adam Gilchrist (wicketkeeper), Suryakumar Yadav, Jacques Kallis, AB de Villiers, Hardik Pandya, MS Dhoni (captain), Axar Patel, Varun Chakraborty, Jasprit Bumrah, Josh Hazlewood.