6. Ben Stokes
In an unlikely equation, heading in without an all-rounder would harm the balance of any side in the world, even if it is meant to stay on the paper only. Conceivably, Ben Stokes would leapfrog anyone in his category to make himself slotted in the list. A very lively and an energetic being on the field, Stokes has mastered the art of switching roles as per the situation. On one day, he would be as devastating as anyone and on the other, he would just roll his wrist over for few runs.
Equally effective with his bowling, he has owned a reputation of bowling well in the death overs and has some decent cutters under his sleeves too. In 2016, the southpaw pocketed 490 runs at an exciting strike-rate of over 100 in ODIs. With one hundred and four fifties under his belt, he would come in handy while batting at this position.