Young guns and old bulls headline BBL|14 team of the tournament

David Warner has been rewarded for an incredible season with the Sydney Thunder, earning a spot in the Big Bash team of the tournament.

The 38-year-old opener has been in red-hot form in BBL|14, leading the Thunder into the finals and setting the competition alight with bat in hand.

Warner has amassed 346 runs at 49.42 for the tournament, scoring three half-centuries.

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Also named in the squad are Melbourne Stars veteran duo Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, who both helped lift the side from an 0-5 start into the playoffs.

Maxwell belted three fifties, including a jaw-dropping 90 off 52 against the Renegades, while Stoinis made valuable contributions in the middle-order in his first year as skipper.

Hobart Hurricanes opener Mitch Owen capped off his rapid rise with a spot in the team, while looming Test debutant Cooper Connolly was also picked after scoring more runs than any other player in the Big Bash season.

Underrated seamers Jason Behrendorff and Tom Rogers headlined the bowling attack.

"The BBL|14 team of the tournament features the perfect mix of established stars and new faces who have performed exceptionally during this campaign," Cricket Australia executive general manager Alistair Dobson said.

"It is brilliant to see the likes of David Warner and Jason Behrendorff earn selection for the first time, alongside a host of other experienced players. Their performances over many years reflect all players' dedication to the BBL.

"Similarly, the BBL has been the launch pad for young players like Cooper Connolly and Mitch Owen, and a place for internationals including Sam Billings and Jamie Overton to showcase their talent.

"We congratulate the entire team of the tournament on their selection and thank our head coaches for their work in selecting this side."

BBL|14 Team of the Tournament

1. David Warner - Sydney Thunder
2. Mitchell Owen - Hobart Hurricanes
3. Cooper Connolly - Perth Scorchers
4. Marcus Stoinis - Melbourne Stars
5. Sam Billings - Sydney Thunder
6. Glenn Maxwell - Melbourne Stars
7. Tim David - Hobart Hurricanes
8. Ben Dwarshius - Sydney Sixers
9. Tom Rogers - Melbourne Renegades
10. Jason Behrendorff - Perth Scorchers
11. Lloyd Pope - Adelaide Strikers
12. Jamie Overton - Adelaide Strikers