No Suryakumar Yadav as Mandeep Singh picks his all-time IPL XI; includes RCB legend as impact player

Mandeep Singh Reveals His All-Time IPL XI

Former Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Mandeep Singh announced his all-time Indian Premier League (IPL) XI ahead of the 2026 auction, as reported by CricTracker. The lineup included several modern-day greats but notably excluded Indian star Suryakumar Yadav.

Composition of the Team

Mandeep’s team began with dynamic openers Chris Gayle and David Warner, both record-breaking run-scorers. His middle order featured Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and Rohit Sharma, providing a powerful combination of aggression and experience.

In the all-rounder spots, Mandeep selected Hardik Pandya and MS Dhoni, with Dhoni also taking the wicketkeeper role and serving as captain. The bowling unit comprised Rashid Khan, Jasprit Bumrah, Lasith Malinga, and Yuzvendra Chahal, offering a balanced mix of pace and spin.

Impact Player Choice

Mandeep Singh chose Chris Gayle, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) legend, as his impact player, praising the West Indian’s unmatched ability to change the course of a game single-handedly.

"Gayle is the biggest match-winner in T20 history. Even if he’s not part of the starting XI, having him as an impact player can turn any match around," said Mandeep.

Notable Omission

The exclusion of Suryakumar Yadav, one of the most consistent IPL performers in recent seasons, caught fans’ attention. Mandeep did not elaborate on the omission, but his XI leaned heavily toward players with long-term IPL impact and global fame.

Author’s summary:
Mandeep Singh revealed his all-time IPL XI, favoring established legends like Kohli, Dhoni, and Gayle, while leaving out recent standout Suryakumar Yadav.

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Sportskeeda Sportskeeda — 2025-11-29

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