What are some cricketing shots of the decade?

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Cricket has seen some iconic shots played by some of the top batsmen in different generations. Some shots in some matches define a player’s career and live rent-free in a fan's memory. What are some of the best cricketing shots of the past decade? Let's find out:

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Sachin Tendulkar’s classic Straight Drive.

There is absolutely no one in the game whose straight drive is as iconic as Sachin Tendulkar. From head position to body balance and the placement of the ball, everything Sachin does is picture-perfect. The straight drive in the 2011 WC final against Nuwan Kulasekara would surely remain a moment for a lifetime for all those who witnessed.

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Dilshan’s Dilscoop against various bowlers.

Tillakaratne Dilshan made a career out of his epic Dilscoop shot. The shot is deemed dangerous and needs hours upon hours to practice and execute perfectly without injuring oneself. Dilshan for his record, has played the shot perfectly in his decorated career. The one shot against Mitchell Starc would remain an iconic moment for sure.

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Dhoni’s clobbering Six over deep mid-on against Nuwan Kulasekara in the 2011 WC Final.

Perhaps the most iconic six ever hit by a batsman, MS Dhoni’s epic slam over the deep mid-on for a match-winning six remains in the memory of billions of people globally. The shot and the commentary by Ravi Shastri, saying “Dhoni Finishes Off in Style” would be cherished for generations to come.