Former Australia coach Darren Lehmann expects <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/cheats-aussies-braced-for-england-siege-as-barmy-army-savage-david-warner-217463&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiil8fv9priAhW773MBHU9JBoUQFjABegQIEBAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw3B-YlTZlbwmawOY2xdotAX">Steve Smith and David Warner </a>to play a big role in their title defence on their return to international cricket at the <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-paceman-jhye-richardson-ruled-out-of-world-cup-due-to-shoulder-injury-216923&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiil8fv9priAhW773MBHU9JBoUQFjACegQIDhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw2O8INFZs1sPIeibwEXwPi_">World Cup.</a>

Smith and Warner have returned from year-long bans following a ball-tampering scandal in South Africa which also prompted Lehmann to step down as coach of the side in March last year.

The top order duo made an impressive return from elbow surgeries for their respective franchises at the Indian Premier League Twenty20 tournament and Lehmann was convinced they will shine at the World Cup in England and Wales.

"Smith at number three or four, he'd be exceptional at the World Cup," Lehmann told Macquarie Sports Radio.

"People are worried about the break they've had with 12 months out, but you see them in the IPL performing and making runs'', Lehmann added.

"David Warner is an excitement machine, at the top of the order, he can set it alight. If he has a really good tournament, he set us on the road to winning a lot of games in the last World Cup. If he does it again at the top of the order with Aaron Finch, they'll be hard to stop", Lehmann said.

Warner, who will never captain <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/humble-aussies-head-to-gallipoli-for-world-cup-inspiration-217745&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiil8fv9priAhW773MBHU9JBoUQFjAAegQIBBAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw1oTOv6wh1lvv0E6lr7_jvs">Australia </a>for his role in the scandal in South Africa, looked particularly impressive at the IPL finishing as its leading scorer with 692 runs from 12 innings that included nine 50-plus scores.

In his absence, Finch and Usman Khawaja have formed a steady opening partnership for Australia but Lehmann expected Warner to slot back at the top of the order.

"Opening with Finch and Warner, I think that's a certainty," the former Australia all-rounder said.

"And then there's Khawaja or Shaun Marsh at three I'd think and Smith at four - this is your top four", he added. 
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Former Australia coach Darren Lehmann expects Steve Smith and David Warner to play a big role in their title defence on their return to international cricket at the World Cup.

Former Australia coach Darren Lehmann expects Steve Smith and David Warner to play a big role in their title defence on their return to international cricket at the World Cup. Smith and Warner have returned from year-long bans following a ball-tampering scandal in South Africa which also prompted Lehmann to step down as coach of the side in March last year. The top order duo made an impressive return from elbow surgeries for their respective franchises at the Indian Premier League Twenty20 tournament and Lehmann was convinced they will shine at the World Cup in England and Wales. "Smith at number three or four, he'd be exceptional at the World Cup," Lehmann told Macquarie Sports Radio. "People are worried about the break they've had with 12 months out, but you see them in the IPL performing and making runs'', Lehmann added. "David Warner is an excitement machine, at the top of the order, he can set it alight. If he has a really good tournament, he set us on the road to winning a lot of games in the last World Cup. If he does it again at the top of the order with Aaron Finch, they'll be hard to stop", Lehmann said. Warner, who will never captain Australia for his role in the scandal in South Africa, looked particularly impressive at the IPL finishing as its leading scorer with 692 runs from 12 innings that included nine 50-plus scores. In his absence, Finch and Usman Khawaja have formed a steady opening partnership for Australia but Lehmann expected Warner to slot back at the top of the order. "Opening with Finch and Warner, I think that's a certainty," the former Australia all-rounder said. "And then there's Khawaja or Shaun Marsh at three I'd think and Smith at four - this is your top four", he added.

Former coach Darren Lehmann expects Steve Smith and David Warner to shine for Australia in World Cup

Jos Buttler is an exceptional talent and his blistering knocks are nearly demoralising <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/how-englands-final-world-cup-squad-will-shape-up-218006&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwir8ojX4ZriAhWKwI8KHS86D98QFjAAegQIBBAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw1S8sB7_vPHebrUfJvpzVSe">England's</a> top order batsmen who score at a more conventional run-a-ball rate, teammate Jason Roy has said.

<a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/when-the-opportunities-arise-it-gives-you-lots-of-confidence-jos-buttler-on-englands-win-probability-218323&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjG2ern4ZriAhWK63MBHam1CSsQFjAEegQIBhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw2px8dQcaEqbVSw_Ea_QNSX">Buttler</a> blasted a 50-ball century, his eighth in one-dayer, in Saturday's second ODI against Pakistan, prompting former England captain Nasser Hussain to rank the 28-year-old among the all-time greats in this format.

"He's as good as it gets to be honest," Roy told Sky Sports.

"It's not a shock, in fact, it's getting a bit kind of routine for him to come out and play those sort of innings. He's almost demoralising the guys at the top of the order that are going at a run a ball and he comes in and just blitzes it", Roy said.

Buttler made 110 not out at two-runs-a-ball rate and England will expect their middle order lynchpin to keep firing as they chase their maiden 50-overs World Cup title.

"He's an extreme talent and works hard for it and deserves everything he gets," said Roy, who scored 87 against Pakistan on his return from injury.

"I'm 100 per cent fit. I spent six or seven weeks with my hamstring injury, fixing my torn hamstring. Then my back was quite a big issue but it was resolved by the great medical staff we have here", Roy added.

Jos Buttler is an exceptional talent and his blistering knocks are nearly demoralising England's top order batsmen who score at a more conventional run-a-ball rate, teammate Jason Roy has said.

Jos Buttler is an exceptional talent and his blistering knocks are nearly demoralising England's top order batsmen who score at a more conventional run-a-ball rate, teammate Jason Roy has said. Buttler blasted a 50-ball century, his eighth in one-dayer, in Saturday's second ODI against Pakistan, prompting former England captain Nasser Hussain to rank the 28-year-old among the all-time greats in this format. "He's as good as it gets to be honest," Roy told Sky Sports. "It's not a shock, in fact, it's getting a bit kind of routine for him to come out and play those sort of innings. He's almost demoralising the guys at the top of the order that are going at a run a ball and he comes in and just blitzes it", Roy said. Buttler made 110 not out at two-runs-a-ball rate and England will expect their middle order lynchpin to keep firing as they chase their maiden 50-overs World Cup title. "He's an extreme talent and works hard for it and deserves everything he gets," said Roy, who scored 87 against Pakistan on his return from injury. "I'm 100 per cent fit. I spent six or seven weeks with my hamstring injury, fixing my torn hamstring. Then my back was quite a big issue but it was resolved by the great medical staff we have here", Roy added.

Matching Jos Buttler's blistering performance is tough for teammates, says Jason Roy

We are just 20 days away from the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 and fans from across the world have started supporting their countries and backing them to win one the most illustrious trophies in the sporting world.&nbsp;

England and Wales have geared up to host the mega event which will kick off from May 30 and&nbsp;the cricket madness is increasing&nbsp;every minute.&nbsp;

England have hosted the World Cup more than any other team, four times in total, including the first three World Cups in 1975, 1979 and 1983.&nbsp;

This will the fifth World Cup to be hosted by England.&nbsp;

The English side has appeared in every edition of the Cricket World Cup so far but they have never won the tournament.

Although their best performances were in 1979, 1987 and 1992 when they ended up being the runner-ups.&nbsp;

The England cricket team has reached the World Cup final many times in the past but has never been able to lift the Cup.&nbsp;

In 1979, England reached the finals but lost the opportunity to West Indies after suffering a 92-run defeat at Lord's.&nbsp;

Eight years later, England again got a chance in World Cup 1987 but lost the final game to Australia while chasing a total of 254 runs at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.&nbsp;

In 1992, they lost to Pakistan by 22 runs and against their dream of clinching the coveted trophy were shattered.&nbsp;

Former Indian cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar has said that England are favourites to win the Cup this summer but as we know cricket is a game of uncertainties and we need to wait till July 14 to know who will ultimately lift the Cup.&nbsp;

We are just 20 days away from the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 and fans from across the world have started supporting their countries and backing them to win one the most illustrious trophies in the sporting world.

We are just 20 days away from the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 and fans from across the world have started supporting their countries and backing them to win one the most illustrious trophies in the sporting world. England and Wales have geared up to host the mega event which will kick off from May 30 and the cricket madness is increasing every minute. England have hosted the World Cup more than any other team, four times in total, including the first three World Cups in 1975, 1979 and 1983. This will the fifth World Cup to be hosted by England. The English side has appeared in every edition of the Cricket World Cup so far but they have never won the tournament. Although their best performances were in 1979, 1987 and 1992 when they ended up being the runner-ups. The England cricket team has reached the World Cup final many times in the past but has never been able to lift the Cup. In 1979, England reached the finals but lost the opportunity to West Indies after suffering a 92-run defeat at Lord's. Eight years later, England again got a chance in World Cup 1987 but lost the final game to Australia while chasing a total of 254 runs at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. In 1992, they lost to Pakistan by 22 runs and against their dream of clinching the coveted trophy were shattered. Former Indian cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar has said that England are favourites to win the Cup this summer but as we know cricket is a game of uncertainties and we need to wait till July 14 to know who will ultimately lift the Cup.

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Australia coach Justin Langer said his team won't be rattled by a hostile reception at the World Cup as England's Barmy Army gave them a taste of what to expect.

The defending champions are on a hot run of one-day form and have been <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/photos/team-boosted-as-david-warner-and-steve-smith-join-australias-world-cup-training-camp-215707&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjEzYfywpDiAhU8_XMBHRwcDD8QFjAAegQIBRAB&amp;usg=AOvVaw3cDTNIqfPhm16-ez9mmWBE">boosted by the return of Steve Smith and David Warner</a> after their one-year bans for ball-tampering.

But a trip to England is never easy, and the visit for the World Cup -- followed by an Ashes Test series -- is shaping up to be even more challenging than usual after the cheating row.

England's fiery Barmy Army supporters rarely need much incentive to get stuck into their arch-rivals and got the ball rolling on Twitter Thursday with a brutal pot shot.

In a taste of what to expect from British crowds, they doctored an image of Warner's official World Cup player portrait, replacing 'Australia' on the front of his shirt with 'Cheats'.

They also photo-shopped Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon holding sandpaper.

Smith, Warner and Cameron Bancroft were all banned over the scandal last year in Cape Town involving sandpaper to alter the ball.

"We're ready for it, If we're under siege the second we get off the plane, we're ready for it",&nbsp;Langer told SEN sports radio late Thursday.

"The World Cup might be a bit different to start off, but certainly once the Ashes kicks off there will be plenty of commentary", he added.

Warner returned to the Australian team this week after prolific form at the Indian Premier League, while Smith stroked an unbeaten 89 in Brisbane against a New Zealand XI on Wednesday.

Langer said Warner "has got this look in his eye at the moment" while praising Smith's innings as a "tutorial in batting".

"It's great for the team, I can honestly say I don't think we could be in a better position'',&nbsp;he added.

"It's a bit like facing fast bowling, you worry, worry, worry and once you get out in the middle, it's ok. The worst time to face fast bowling is in bed the night before", Langer said.

"There's been a huge lead-up to this (Smith and Warner's return) and the boys have come in so far quite seamlessly", Australian coach said.

Heading into this week's 'unofficial' three-match one-day practice series against a New Zealand XI, Australia had won eight one-dayers on the trot, against India and Pakistan.

They won the opening match against New Zealand before losing the second.

The games are not counted as full internationals.

"My main concern is we've had a month's break at the end of the Pakistan series," Langer said.

"Guys were weary at the end of long taxing summer but we were match-hardened and battle-hardened and had a great sense of confidence. We're working back up towards it. That's why we're having these practice games", Langer added.

Australia coach Justin Langer said his team won't be rattled by a hostile reception at the World Cup as England's Barmy Army gave them a taste of what to expect.

Australia coach Justin Langer said his team won't be rattled by a hostile reception at the World Cup as England's Barmy Army gave them a taste of what to expect. The defending champions are on a hot run of one-day form and have been boosted by the return of Steve Smith and David Warner after their one-year bans for ball-tampering. But a trip to England is never easy, and the visit for the World Cup -- followed by an Ashes Test series -- is shaping up to be even more challenging than usual after the cheating row. England's fiery Barmy Army supporters rarely need much incentive to get stuck into their arch-rivals and got the ball rolling on Twitter Thursday with a brutal pot shot. In a taste of what to expect from British crowds, they doctored an image of Warner's official World Cup player portrait, replacing 'Australia' on the front of his shirt with 'Cheats'. They also photo-shopped Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon holding sandpaper. Smith, Warner and Cameron Bancroft were all banned over the scandal last year in Cape Town involving sandpaper to alter the ball. "We're ready for it, If we're under siege the second we get off the plane, we're ready for it", Langer told SEN sports radio late Thursday. "The World Cup might be a bit different to start off, but certainly once the Ashes kicks off there will be plenty of commentary", he added. Warner returned to the Australian team this week after prolific form at the Indian Premier League, while Smith stroked an unbeaten 89 in Brisbane against a New Zealand XI on Wednesday. Langer said Warner "has got this look in his eye at the moment" while praising Smith's innings as a "tutorial in batting". "It's great for the team, I can honestly say I don't think we could be in a better position'', he added. "It's a bit like facing fast bowling, you worry, worry, worry and once you get out in the middle, it's ok. The worst time to face fast bowling is in bed the night before", Langer said. "There's been a huge lead-up to this (Smith and Warner's return) and the boys have come in so far quite seamlessly", Australian coach said. Heading into this week's 'unofficial' three-match one-day practice series against a New Zealand XI, Australia had won eight one-dayers on the trot, against India and Pakistan. They won the opening match against New Zealand before losing the second. The games are not counted as full internationals. "My main concern is we've had a month's break at the end of the Pakistan series," Langer said. "Guys were weary at the end of long taxing summer but we were match-hardened and battle-hardened and had a great sense of confidence. We're working back up towards it. That's why we're having these practice games", Langer added.

'Cheats': Aussies braced for England 'siege' as Barmy Army savage David Warner

<a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/chris-gayle-named-vice-captain-of-windies-world-cup-team-216601&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiFhI6Ru5DiAhWC63MBHRmGDvIQFjAJegQIABAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw3kEcijDw_MWEBd9BFUcbtJ">West Indies</a> skipper Jason Holder on Friday lauded Shai Hope's consistency over the last two years and said that the player can become one of the best ODI players to ever play for West Indies.

"Shai has been our most consistent player over the last two years. He's the quickest West Indian to 2000 runs, which is a really phenomenal feat. I saw the list of guys on the TV and it`s really good to have him in that company, and if he continues in that vein, he could be arguably one of our best ODI players to ever play," International Cricket Council (ICC) quoted Holder as saying.

Hope has been in tremendous form in the ongoing tri-nation series against Bangladesh and Ireland.

The batsmen recorded his career-best score of 170 runs in the opening match against Ireland and along with fellow opener John Campbell, he registered the highest ever ODI opening partnership of 365 runs.

Campbell missed out on the second match against Bangladesh, but Hope continued to keep his good form going, as he hit another century to allow West Indies to post a respectable total on the board.

West Indies lost the second match against Bangladesh, but Holder hopes that Campbell is fit enough to play in the next match of the Tri-nation series.

"Performances like that is something we`re definitely looking for. John Campbell got a hundred in the first game, but unfortunately, wasn`t fit enough to play the second. But hopefully, we can get him back on the park and firing on all cylinders once more," Holder said.

"I'm happy with how things have gone so far. I think the guys have been working really hard, they`ve been very disciplined. We probably weren`t at our best in the last game, but we`ve had tons of discussions over the last couple of days as to how we can get better and how we can improve, which is what you want in a young group like this one," he added.

West Indies have the best net run rate among the three teams and a win over Ireland in their next match, will take them to a step closer to the tri-series final.

"I'm very positive that we can bounce back against Ireland, and when we play Bangladesh the second time around, we'll put up a much better performance," Holder said.

West Indies takes on Ireland in their next match of the tri-nation series on Saturday, May 11.&nbsp;

West Indies skipper Jason Holder on Friday lauded Shai Hope's consistency over the last two years and said that the player can become one of the best ODI players to ever play for West Indies.

West Indies skipper Jason Holder on Friday lauded Shai Hope's consistency over the last two years and said that the player can become one of the best ODI players to ever play for West Indies. "Shai has been our most consistent player over the last two years. He's the quickest West Indian to 2000 runs, which is a really phenomenal feat. I saw the list of guys on the TV and it`s really good to have him in that company, and if he continues in that vein, he could be arguably one of our best ODI players to ever play," International Cricket Council (ICC) quoted Holder as saying. Hope has been in tremendous form in the ongoing tri-nation series against Bangladesh and Ireland. The batsmen recorded his career-best score of 170 runs in the opening match against Ireland and along with fellow opener John Campbell, he registered the highest ever ODI opening partnership of 365 runs. Campbell missed out on the second match against Bangladesh, but Hope continued to keep his good form going, as he hit another century to allow West Indies to post a respectable total on the board. West Indies lost the second match against Bangladesh, but Holder hopes that Campbell is fit enough to play in the next match of the Tri-nation series. "Performances like that is something we`re definitely looking for. John Campbell got a hundred in the first game, but unfortunately, wasn`t fit enough to play the second. But hopefully, we can get him back on the park and firing on all cylinders once more," Holder said. "I'm happy with how things have gone so far. I think the guys have been working really hard, they`ve been very disciplined. We probably weren`t at our best in the last game, but we`ve had tons of discussions over the last couple of days as to how we can get better and how we can improve, which is what you want in a young group like this one," he added. West Indies have the best net run rate among the three teams and a win over Ireland in their next match, will take them to a step closer to the tri-series final. "I'm very positive that we can bounce back against Ireland, and when we play Bangladesh the second time around, we'll put up a much better performance," Holder said. West Indies takes on Ireland in their next match of the tri-nation series on Saturday, May 11.

Windies captain Jason Holder lauds Shai Hope's consistency ahead of the World Cup

With just 21 days left for the twelfth edition of cricket World Cup, we take a look at the past captains who have successfully led their teams to World Cup glory and lifted the illustrious trophy. &nbsp;

Only two captains have won the world cup two times, Ricky Ponting for Australia and Clive Lloyd for West Indies.&nbsp;

Australia was the first team to win the three consecutive World Cups and is also the only team to win this tournament five times.

Here's a list of World Cup winning captains:&nbsp;

Clive Lloyd&nbsp; 
The West Indies captain has led his team to lift the World Cup twice.

Sir Lloyd led the Windies to victories in the opening edition of the World Cup in 1975 as well as the following World Cup in 1979.&nbsp;

Kapil Dev 
Captain of the Indian team, Kapil Dev lifted the World Cup in 1983 defeating the mighty West Indies.

India shocked the world under the charismatic captaincy of Kapil Dev, who took the catch of Clive Lloyd that changed the game in India's favour.&nbsp;

Alan Border 
The Australian captain was leading a fairly inexperienced team and they were not considered favourites at the start of the tournament.

But Border's leadership helped Australia lift the World Cup in 1987.

Imran Khan&nbsp; 
Khan led the Pakistan team to their first and only win at the World Cup in 1992.

Pakistan beat England in the final and Khan was the highest scoring batsman for the team.

Arjuna Ranatunga&nbsp; 
The Sri-Lankan team led by Ranatunga won their first World Cup in 1996 playing against Australia.

Ranatunga scored a century in the Final and the winning runs were scored off his bat too.

Steve Waugh 
The Australian captain played the innings of the tournament, saving his team an early exit from the Cup.

Playing against South Africa in the semi-finals, he scored 120 after an early collapse of the team.

He went on to lead his team to win the World Cup.

Ricky Ponting 
The only other captain to have led his team to lift the World Cup twice after Clive Lloyd is Ricky Ponting.

Under his captaincy in both the World Cups, Australia did not lose even a single match and went on to win unbeaten.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni 
India's long wait for their second World Cup ended under the captaincy of MS Dhoni in 2011.

Having led the Indian side to win the 2007 &nbsp;World T20 title, Dhoni now had the experience of four years which showed in the World Cup 2011.

Dhoni's winning six to bring up the victory in the 49th over remains one of the greatest moments in the history of Indian cricket.&nbsp;

Michael Clarke 
Clarke led the Australian team to win their 5th World Cup title in 2015.

In the final, the Australians took hold of the game early and dismissed New Zealand for 183, before chasing the target easily under the leadership of Clarke.

The captains of the participating teams for the upcoming Cricket World Cup are:&nbsp;

India - &nbsp;Virat Kohli

Australia - Aaron Finch

England - Eoin Morgan

Pakistan - Sarfaraz Ahmed

Afghanistan - Gulbadin Naib

Bangladesh - Mashrafe Mortaza

New Zealand - Kane Williamson

South Africa &nbsp;- Faf du Plessis

Sri Lanka &nbsp;- Dimuth Karunaratne

West Indies - Jason Holder

With just 21 days left for the twelfth edition of cricket World Cup, we take a look at the past captains who have successfully led their teams to World Cup glory and lifted the illustrious trophy.

With just 21 days left for the twelfth edition of cricket World Cup, we take a look at the past captains who have successfully led their teams to World Cup glory and lifted the illustrious trophy. Only two captains have won the world cup two times, Ricky Ponting for Australia and Clive Lloyd for West Indies. Australia was the first team to win the three consecutive World Cups and is also the only team to win this tournament five times. Here's a list of World Cup winning captains: Clive Lloyd The West Indies captain has led his team to lift the World Cup twice. Sir Lloyd led the Windies to victories in the opening edition of the World Cup in 1975 as well as the following World Cup in 1979. Kapil Dev Captain of the Indian team, Kapil Dev lifted the World Cup in 1983 defeating the mighty West Indies. India shocked the world under the charismatic captaincy of Kapil Dev, who took the catch of Clive Lloyd that changed the game in India's favour. Alan Border The Australian captain was leading a fairly inexperienced team and they were not considered favourites at the start of the tournament. But Border's leadership helped Australia lift the World Cup in 1987. Imran Khan Khan led the Pakistan team to their first and only win at the World Cup in 1992. Pakistan beat England in the final and Khan was the highest scoring batsman for the team. Arjuna Ranatunga The Sri-Lankan team led by Ranatunga won their first World Cup in 1996 playing against Australia. Ranatunga scored a century in the Final and the winning runs were scored off his bat too. Steve Waugh The Australian captain played the innings of the tournament, saving his team an early exit from the Cup. Playing against South Africa in the semi-finals, he scored 120 after an early collapse of the team. He went on to lead his team to win the World Cup. Ricky Ponting The only other captain to have led his team to lift the World Cup twice after Clive Lloyd is Ricky Ponting. Under his captaincy in both the World Cups, Australia did not lose even a single match and went on to win unbeaten. Mahendra Singh Dhoni India's long wait for their second World Cup ended under the captaincy of MS Dhoni in 2011. Having led the Indian side to win the 2007 World T20 title, Dhoni now had the experience of four years which showed in the World Cup 2011. Dhoni's winning six to bring up the victory in the 49th over remains one of the greatest moments in the history of Indian cricket. Michael Clarke Clarke led the Australian team to win their 5th World Cup title in 2015. In the final, the Australians took hold of the game early and dismissed New Zealand for 183, before chasing the target easily under the leadership of Clarke. The captains of the participating teams for the upcoming Cricket World Cup are: India - Virat Kohli Australia - Aaron Finch England - Eoin Morgan Pakistan - Sarfaraz Ahmed Afghanistan - Gulbadin Naib Bangladesh - Mashrafe Mortaza New Zealand - Kane Williamson South Africa - Faf du Plessis Sri Lanka - Dimuth Karunaratne West Indies - Jason Holder

From Clive Lloyd to Michael Clarke, a look back at Cricket World Cup winning captains

England batsman Jonny Bairstow said he would rather win the 50-overs World Cup than the Ashes series against Australia if he was given the chance to claim only one.

World Cup returns to England and Wales after 20 years and Bairstow said <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/transformed-england-favourites-to-win-world-cup-says-sunil-gavaskar-216311&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjm-qH__Y3iAhUf_XMBHbiYDhYQFjAEegQIAxAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw15elWhP2L3T3WgrM77h-sH">England deserved to win their maiden title</a> after all the hard work they had put in over the past two years to become the number one ranked one-day team.

"I am going (to pick the) World Cup because it's been so long since we've had an opportunity to win one," Bairstow told Sky Sports.

"I think that the amount of work that has gone into this group of players over the last couple of years, building and building, I firmly believe we've put an amount of effort in that gives us the best chance. Guys have worked day in, day out, taking their games to places that they weren't at 18 months, two years ago. That's from the vision Morgs (England captain Eoin Morgan) has had and the way we are playing our one-day cricket", said the England batsman.

<a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-david-warner-and-jonny-bairstow-shine-as-hyderabad-beat-bangalore-by-118-runs-207030&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwib1YLe_Y3iAhXzmeYKHcuPD30QFjABegQIAhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw2-GPJXLOc2wPCcqvgH3Vkn">Bairstow also credited the Indian Premier League (IPL) for sharpening his skills</a> and improving his form ahead of the World Cup.

The 29-year-old scored 445 runs in 10 matches at an average of over 55 for the&nbsp;Hyderabad franchise, forming a formidable opening partnership with Australia's David Warner.

"You go to the IPL to develop your skills, to put them up against the best in the world," Bairstow, who smashed one century and two half-centuries during the tournament, said.

"We saw Jos (Buttler) coming back into the test side last summer after a brilliant IPL. The competition over there can only improve your skills. I genuinely think I'm still learning and improving", he added.

England begin their World Cup campaign on May 30 when they take on South Africa at The Oval in London.

The first of five Ashes tests begins on August&nbsp;1.

England batsman Jonny Bairstow said he would rather win the 50-overs World Cup than the Ashes series against Australia if he was given the chance to claim only one.

England batsman Jonny Bairstow said he would rather win the 50-overs World Cup than the Ashes series against Australia if he was given the chance to claim only one. World Cup returns to England and Wales after 20 years and Bairstow said England deserved to win their maiden title after all the hard work they had put in over the past two years to become the number one ranked one-day team. "I am going (to pick the) World Cup because it's been so long since we've had an opportunity to win one," Bairstow told Sky Sports. "I think that the amount of work that has gone into this group of players over the last couple of years, building and building, I firmly believe we've put an amount of effort in that gives us the best chance. Guys have worked day in, day out, taking their games to places that they weren't at 18 months, two years ago. That's from the vision Morgs (England captain Eoin Morgan) has had and the way we are playing our one-day cricket", said the England batsman. Bairstow also credited the Indian Premier League (IPL) for sharpening his skills and improving his form ahead of the World Cup. The 29-year-old scored 445 runs in 10 matches at an average of over 55 for the Hyderabad franchise, forming a formidable opening partnership with Australia's David Warner. "You go to the IPL to develop your skills, to put them up against the best in the world," Bairstow, who smashed one century and two half-centuries during the tournament, said. "We saw Jos (Buttler) coming back into the test side last summer after a brilliant IPL. The competition over there can only improve your skills. I genuinely think I'm still learning and improving", he added. England begin their World Cup campaign on May 30 when they take on South Africa at The Oval in London. The first of five Ashes tests begins on August 1.

England's Jonny Bairstow picks World Cup glory over Ashes win

ICC World Cup 2019: All teams and their squad list

Australian pace bowler Jhye Richardson has been ruled of his maiden <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/photos/icc-world-cup-india-vs-australia-whose-squad-is-better-210751&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiGjPOJqIviAhWu6XMBHcIeCjEQFjABegQIDhAB&amp;usg=AOvVaw3qrWypU1_Sj2NNBX5KVy74">Cricket World Cup</a> by a shoulder injury and was withdrawn from <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/photos/team-boosted-as-david-warner-and-steve-smith-join-australias-world-cup-training-camp-215707&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiGjPOJqIviAhWu6XMBHcIeCjEQFjAAegQIBhAB&amp;usg=AOvVaw0H_GmNadYAGL570vNAucI4">the squad for the tournament</a> in England and Wales on Wednesday.

The 22-year-old, who made his one-day international debut in January last year, will be replaced by namesake Kane Richardson after failing to recover from a shoulder dislocation he suffered playing against Pakistan in March.

"This is obviously very disappointing news for the team and for Jhye, who has been exceptional throughout his rehabilitation process," team physiotherapist David Beakley said in a Cricket Australia news release.

"After his most recent assessment and attempting to bowl in the nets, it was clear that Jhye was not progressing as fast as required and therefore, in consultation with selectors, we made the decision to withdraw him from the squad.

"Jhye will continue with his rehabilitation and we will look to resume bowling in the coming weeks," Beakley said.

Kane Richardson, who has taken 29 wickets in 20 ODIs, was already at the pre-World Cup training camp in Brisbane and got the nod over test paceman Josh Hazlewood, who is on the comeback trail after a back injury.

Hazlewood was a key member of the team that won the World Cup in 2015 but will also be vital to Australia's hopes of winning the Ashes series in England that follows the World Cup.

Australia's first match in their World Cup title defence is against Afghanistan in Bristol on June 1.

Revised squad: 

Aaron Finch (captain), Usman Khawaja, David Warner, Steve Smith, Shaun Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Kane Richardson, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jason Behrendorff, Nathan Lyon, Adam Zampa.

Australian pace bowler Jhye Richardson has been ruled of his maiden Cricket World Cup by a shoulder injury and was withdrawn from the squad for the tournament in England and Wales on Wednesday.

Australian pace bowler Jhye Richardson has been ruled of his maiden Cricket World Cup by a shoulder injury and was withdrawn from the squad for the tournament in England and Wales on Wednesday. The 22-year-old, who made his one-day international debut in January last year, will be replaced by namesake Kane Richardson after failing to recover from a shoulder dislocation he suffered playing against Pakistan in March. "This is obviously very disappointing news for the team and for Jhye, who has been exceptional throughout his rehabilitation process," team physiotherapist David Beakley said in a Cricket Australia news release. "After his most recent assessment and attempting to bowl in the nets, it was clear that Jhye was not progressing as fast as required and therefore, in consultation with selectors, we made the decision to withdraw him from the squad. "Jhye will continue with his rehabilitation and we will look to resume bowling in the coming weeks," Beakley said. Kane Richardson, who has taken 29 wickets in 20 ODIs, was already at the pre-World Cup training camp in Brisbane and got the nod over test paceman Josh Hazlewood, who is on the comeback trail after a back injury. Hazlewood was a key member of the team that won the World Cup in 2015 but will also be vital to Australia's hopes of winning the Ashes series in England that follows the World Cup. Australia's first match in their World Cup title defence is against Afghanistan in Bristol on June 1. Revised squad: Aaron Finch (captain), Usman Khawaja, David Warner, Steve Smith, Shaun Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Kane Richardson, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jason Behrendorff, Nathan Lyon, Adam Zampa.

Australian paceman Jhye Richardson ruled out of World Cup due to shoulder injury

Former captain <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-prepares-for-83-in-full-gear-to-live-in-kapil-devs-delhi-home-for-10-days-216945&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiK3eXY-4viAhV28HMBHVjsANUQFjAAegQIBBAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0dRrF9abxtVDMaA2Lmj5ve">Kapil Dev</a> Wednesday pegged India as one of the top three <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/transformed-england-favourites-to-win-world-cup-says-sunil-gavaskar-216311&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiBtqCq-4viAhWl63MBHcbFCjsQFjAAegQIARAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw37_a5YKdvJRg5kCUNbPBio">favourites to win the World Cup</a>, which starts later this month, saying their pace bowling would come good in seaming English conditions.

India open their campaign against South Africa on June 5 in Southampton with an eye on clinching their third title in the 50-over showpiece event.

"Winning team looks like <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/photos/icc-world-cup-2019-all-teams-and-their-squad-list-211495&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwid3r6j_IviAhUG73MBHaExChYQFjACegQIBBAB&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Eow1gRBd4h-KAFEuHB7ZV">India, England and Australia and surprise package can be New Zealand</a>," the Indian World Cup-winning skipper told reporters at a promotional event in New Delhi.

"India has the combination of youth and experience. They have the right balance in four fast bowlers, three spinners and two big names in Virat Kohli and (MS) Dhoni," he said.

India's pace battery is led by Jasprit Bumrah, the world's top bowler in the one-day format, and includes Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Hardik Pandya.

Bumrah has been hailed for his ability to bowl yorkers at the death, while Shami and Kumar have also impressed.&nbsp;

"They are fantastic, very good. English conditions will help them. They can swing the ball," said Dev, known as "Haryana Hurricane" during his playing days for his pace.

"They have Bumrah and Shami who can bowl 145 (kmph) plus. So we have swing, we have pace. That's a very good combination to have", Dev added.

Dev, who led India to their maiden World Cup in 1983 when his side beat two-time champions West Indies to take the trophy at Lord's, said it was the "belief" which separated winners from the rest.

Dev slammed comparisons between him and star all-rounder Pandya who has impressed with his power hitting in the team's middle order and skills as a medium-pace bowler.

The 25-year-old Pandya, who is set to play his first 50-over World Cup, has earned his place in the Indian XI with 731 runs and 44 wickets in 45 ODIs since making his debut in 2016.

"He is an upcoming player... Please do not pressure him. He is a young talent, let him play his cricket with his own free mind," said Dev.

When quizzed about the on-field chemistry between former captain Dhoni and Kohli, Dev said both the players were crucial to India's World Cup hopes.&nbsp;

"Both the cricketers have done so well for India, unmatchable. First, all of them should understand that they are not playing for themselves but playing for the country", Dev said.

Former captain Kapil Dev Wednesday pegged India as one of the top three favourites to win the World Cup, which starts later this month, saying their pace bowling would come good in seaming English conditions.

Former captain Kapil Dev Wednesday pegged India as one of the top three favourites to win the World Cup, which starts later this month, saying their pace bowling would come good in seaming English conditions. India open their campaign against South Africa on June 5 in Southampton with an eye on clinching their third title in the 50-over showpiece event. "Winning team looks like India, England and Australia and surprise package can be New Zealand," the Indian World Cup-winning skipper told reporters at a promotional event in New Delhi. "India has the combination of youth and experience. They have the right balance in four fast bowlers, three spinners and two big names in Virat Kohli and (MS) Dhoni," he said. India's pace battery is led by Jasprit Bumrah, the world's top bowler in the one-day format, and includes Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Hardik Pandya. Bumrah has been hailed for his ability to bowl yorkers at the death, while Shami and Kumar have also impressed. "They are fantastic, very good. English conditions will help them. They can swing the ball," said Dev, known as "Haryana Hurricane" during his playing days for his pace. "They have Bumrah and Shami who can bowl 145 (kmph) plus. So we have swing, we have pace. That's a very good combination to have", Dev added. Dev, who led India to their maiden World Cup in 1983 when his side beat two-time champions West Indies to take the trophy at Lord's, said it was the "belief" which separated winners from the rest. Dev slammed comparisons between him and star all-rounder Pandya who has impressed with his power hitting in the team's middle order and skills as a medium-pace bowler. The 25-year-old Pandya, who is set to play his first 50-over World Cup, has earned his place in the Indian XI with 731 runs and 44 wickets in 45 ODIs since making his debut in 2016. "He is an upcoming player... Please do not pressure him. He is a young talent, let him play his cricket with his own free mind," said Dev. When quizzed about the on-field chemistry between former captain Dhoni and Kohli, Dev said both the players were crucial to India's World Cup hopes. "Both the cricketers have done so well for India, unmatchable. First, all of them should understand that they are not playing for themselves but playing for the country", Dev said.

India among favourites to win World Cup, says Kapil Dev

The stage is set for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 and Lord's Cricket Ground, called 'the Home of cricket' is set to host the World Cup final, for a record fifth time.&nbsp;

Apart from the Final on July 14, four group stage matches will also be played on the Lord's ground.&nbsp;

June 23: Pakistan v South Africa

June 25: England v Australia

June 29: New Zealand v Australia&nbsp;

July 5: Pakistan v Bangladesh&nbsp;

Looking back at history, Lord's Cricket Ground is the only one to have hosted multiple finals, those of 1975, 1979, 1983 and 1999.

Here's a look at the Finals that Lord's has previously hosted:&nbsp;

1975 World Cup final 
West Indies defeated Australia by 17 runs to lift the first ever World Cup Trophy.&nbsp;

West Indies was captained by Clive Lloyd and Australia by Ian Chappell.

In the 60 overs match, West Indies put up a score of 291/8 with Sir Clive Lloyd hitting a century.

Australia collapsed, making just 274 runs handing West Indies the victory.

1979 World Cup final 
This was the second time that Lord's had hosted an ICC Cricket World Cup final.&nbsp;

The match was won by the West Indies when they defeated England by 92 runs to lift the trophy.

West Indies made 286/9, while England in return collapsed on 194.

1983 World Cup final 
India playing their first finals defeated the West Indies to claim the title.&nbsp;

It was the first World cup win for India, who were no one's favourites to win the World Cup.

India batted first and made 183 runs.

The West Indies team in return could only make a total of 140 runs.

India won by 43 runs and Captain Kapil Dev lifting the World Cup was a sight to see.

1999 World Cup final 
Australia won their second title by defeating Pakistan by 8 wickets in the final.&nbsp;

It was a low scoring match where Pakistan batting first made just 132 runs and Australia chased the total in just 20 overs.&nbsp;

Shane Warne took 4 wickets and was declared Man of the Match.

The final for the World Cup 2019 will be played on the iconic ground 14 July 2019.

The stage is set for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 and Lord's Cricket Ground, called 'the Home of cricket' is set to host the World Cup final, for a record fifth time.

The stage is set for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 and Lord's Cricket Ground, called 'the Home of cricket' is set to host the World Cup final, for a record fifth time. Apart from the Final on July 14, four group stage matches will also be played on the Lord's ground. June 23: Pakistan v South Africa June 25: England v Australia June 29: New Zealand v Australia July 5: Pakistan v Bangladesh Looking back at history, Lord's Cricket Ground is the only one to have hosted multiple finals, those of 1975, 1979, 1983 and 1999. Here's a look at the Finals that Lord's has previously hosted: 1975 World Cup final West Indies defeated Australia by 17 runs to lift the first ever World Cup Trophy. West Indies was captained by Clive Lloyd and Australia by Ian Chappell. In the 60 overs match, West Indies put up a score of 291/8 with Sir Clive Lloyd hitting a century. Australia collapsed, making just 274 runs handing West Indies the victory. 1979 World Cup final This was the second time that Lord's had hosted an ICC Cricket World Cup final. The match was won by the West Indies when they defeated England by 92 runs to lift the trophy. West Indies made 286/9, while England in return collapsed on 194. 1983 World Cup final India playing their first finals defeated the West Indies to claim the title. It was the first World cup win for India, who were no one's favourites to win the World Cup. India batted first and made 183 runs. The West Indies team in return could only make a total of 140 runs. India won by 43 runs and Captain Kapil Dev lifting the World Cup was a sight to see. 1999 World Cup final Australia won their second title by defeating Pakistan by 8 wickets in the final. It was a low scoring match where Pakistan batting first made just 132 runs and Australia chased the total in just 20 overs. Shane Warne took 4 wickets and was declared Man of the Match. The final for the World Cup 2019 will be played on the iconic ground 14 July 2019.

'Home of Cricket': Throwback to previous World Cup finals held at the Lord's Cricket Ground

Left-handed batsman Chris Gayle has been named vice-captain of the Jason Holder-led West Indies squad for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup.

"It is always an honour to represent the West Indies in any format and this World Cup for me is special. As a senior player it is my responsibility to support the captain and everyone else in the team," Gayle said in an official statement released by Cricket West Indies on Monday.

"This will probably be the biggest World Cup, so there will be great expectations and I know we will do very well for the people of the West Indies," he added.

Meanwhile, Shai Hope, the wicket-keeper batsman was announced as Holder`s deputy for the ongoing Tri-nation series against Ireland and Bangladesh.

"It`s a tremendous honour to be appointed vice-captain for this series here in Ireland. Ahead of this tournament, I was asked to take on this role and I was happy to accept. Anything I`m asked to do for West Indies cricket I`m always happy and willing to put my hand up, so this is great," Hope said in an official statement released by Cricket West Indies.

The West Indies got off to a good start in the Tri-nation series as they comfortably defeated Ireland by 196 runs on Sunday.

The match witnessed quite a few records tumbling.

West Indies openers Hope and John Campbell registered the highest opening ODI partnership of 365 runs and it was the first time in a match that both the openers went past the score of 150.

The side next takes on Bangladesh in the Tri-nation series today and the team would hope to string winning performances ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

West Indies full 15-member team for the World Cup: Jason Holder (c), Chris Gayle, Andre Russell, Sheldon Cottrell, Shannon Gabriel, Kemar Roach, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Ashley Nurse, Fabian Allen, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope (wk), Oshane Thomas, Carlos Brathwaite, Darren Bravo, Evin Lewis.

The team takes on South Africa and New Zealand in the warm-up matches before the World Cup on May 26 and 28.

The 50-over tournament will take place in England and Wales from May 30 to July 14.

West Indies will open its World Cup campaign against Pakistan at Trent Bridge on June 1.

Left-handed batsman Chris Gayle has been named vice-captain of the Jason Holder-led West Indies squad for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup. "It is always an honour to represent the West Indies in any format and this World Cup for me is special.

Left-handed batsman Chris Gayle has been named vice-captain of the Jason Holder-led West Indies squad for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup. "It is always an honour to represent the West Indies in any format and this World Cup for me is special. As a senior player it is my responsibility to support the captain and everyone else in the team," Gayle said in an official statement released by Cricket West Indies on Monday. "This will probably be the biggest World Cup, so there will be great expectations and I know we will do very well for the people of the West Indies," he added. Meanwhile, Shai Hope, the wicket-keeper batsman was announced as Holder`s deputy for the ongoing Tri-nation series against Ireland and Bangladesh. "It`s a tremendous honour to be appointed vice-captain for this series here in Ireland. Ahead of this tournament, I was asked to take on this role and I was happy to accept. Anything I`m asked to do for West Indies cricket I`m always happy and willing to put my hand up, so this is great," Hope said in an official statement released by Cricket West Indies. The West Indies got off to a good start in the Tri-nation series as they comfortably defeated Ireland by 196 runs on Sunday. The match witnessed quite a few records tumbling. West Indies openers Hope and John Campbell registered the highest opening ODI partnership of 365 runs and it was the first time in a match that both the openers went past the score of 150. The side next takes on Bangladesh in the Tri-nation series today and the team would hope to string winning performances ahead of the upcoming World Cup. West Indies full 15-member team for the World Cup: Jason Holder (c), Chris Gayle, Andre Russell, Sheldon Cottrell, Shannon Gabriel, Kemar Roach, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Ashley Nurse, Fabian Allen, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope (wk), Oshane Thomas, Carlos Brathwaite, Darren Bravo, Evin Lewis. The team takes on South Africa and New Zealand in the warm-up matches before the World Cup on May 26 and 28. The 50-over tournament will take place in England and Wales from May 30 to July 14. West Indies will open its World Cup campaign against Pakistan at Trent Bridge on June 1.

Chris Gayle named vice captain of West Indies World Cup team

Injury and poor form made it a forgettable IPL for Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman but the time away from the field was well spent as he picked on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/inability-to-perform-in-powerplays-knocked-punjab-out-says-captain-r-ashwin-215818&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiJ-KGfuIniAhUGTo8KHfhECTMQFjAEegQIDBAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw3zPyEuU-v33_uHVG3Bc_Oi">Punjab </a>skipper Ravichandran Ashwin's brains ahead of the World Cup in England.

A shoulder injury meant that the 18-year-old wasn't at his best during the cash-rich league, getting only three wickets in five games with an expensive economy rate of 10.05 runs per over.

"I have learnt a lot having spent quality time with Ravichandran Ashwin in the Punjab&nbsp;set-up. He has given me a lot of useful tips and I am sure that I will execute those plans in the World Cup. During this edition of IPL, my shoulder injury was an issue. But now I am fully fit for the World Cup," Mujeeb told reporters at a promotional event to announce Amul's association with Afghanistan national team.

While he hasn't played many matches this year, the best part about IPL according to Mujeeb is the opportunity to bowl at some of the prospective World Cup opponents.

"The IPL schedule is so hectic and you are travelling a lot. It's not that you get a lot of chance to talk about the game. But since you get a chance to bowl in matches where there are batsmen who will be there in the World Cup, it helps a lot," said the Afghan teenager.

Asked if he faced the second season blues, something which was evident as he went for 66 runs in his four overs against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mujeeb attributed it to being part and parcel of cricket.

"You will have a few bad days and it's just that you have to be consistent with your line and length," Mujeeb said.

The youngster is hopeful that along with senior spinners Rashid Khan and Mohammed Nabi, it will be a better World Cup for Afghanistan compared to the 2015 edition where they were making a debut.

"Our aim is to at least qualify for the semi-finals. All three of us have different strengths and the main thing that we discuss on-field is to stick to our respective plans. The basic plan is to consistently bowl good areas and hopefully, we will be able to do that," Mujeeb&nbsp;said.

Injury and poor form made it a forgettable IPL for Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman but the time away from the field was well spent as he picked on Punjab skipper Ravichandran Ashwin's brains ahead of the World Cup in England.

Injury and poor form made it a forgettable IPL for Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman but the time away from the field was well spent as he picked on Punjab skipper Ravichandran Ashwin's brains ahead of the World Cup in England. A shoulder injury meant that the 18-year-old wasn't at his best during the cash-rich league, getting only three wickets in five games with an expensive economy rate of 10.05 runs per over. "I have learnt a lot having spent quality time with Ravichandran Ashwin in the Punjab set-up. He has given me a lot of useful tips and I am sure that I will execute those plans in the World Cup. During this edition of IPL, my shoulder injury was an issue. But now I am fully fit for the World Cup," Mujeeb told reporters at a promotional event to announce Amul's association with Afghanistan national team. While he hasn't played many matches this year, the best part about IPL according to Mujeeb is the opportunity to bowl at some of the prospective World Cup opponents. "The IPL schedule is so hectic and you are travelling a lot. It's not that you get a lot of chance to talk about the game. But since you get a chance to bowl in matches where there are batsmen who will be there in the World Cup, it helps a lot," said the Afghan teenager. Asked if he faced the second season blues, something which was evident as he went for 66 runs in his four overs against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mujeeb attributed it to being part and parcel of cricket. "You will have a few bad days and it's just that you have to be consistent with your line and length," Mujeeb said. The youngster is hopeful that along with senior spinners Rashid Khan and Mohammed Nabi, it will be a better World Cup for Afghanistan compared to the 2015 edition where they were making a debut. "Our aim is to at least qualify for the semi-finals. All three of us have different strengths and the main thing that we discuss on-field is to stick to our respective plans. The basic plan is to consistently bowl good areas and hopefully, we will be able to do that," Mujeeb said.

Will use Ashwin's tips in the World Cup, says Afghan spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman

South Africa have called up all-rounder Chris Morris for their <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/south-africa-can-end-world-cup-agony-dale-steyn-211431&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiilf6EvoniAhUCSY8KHTaiCpsQFjAAegQIAxAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw03Qpe9sHzxBpDhGgU6MDWB">Cricket World Cup</a> squad after a hand injury ruled fast bowler Anrich Nortje out of the tournament, in the latest setback for the injury-plagued side.

Nortje fractured his right thumb while practising in the nets and will need six to eight weeks to make a full recovery, a media statement from Cricket South Africa confirmed on Tuesday.

"Anrich sustained a fracture to his right thumb during a net session in Port Elizabeth on Monday. He immediately consulted a hand surgeon and underwent surgery to stabilise the joint and will, unfortunately, be sidelined for up to eight weeks," team manager Mohammed Moosajee said.

"It is an unfortunate and freakish injury, especially because he had made a successful recovery from the shoulder injury he sustained during the series against Sri Lanka."

Morris has not played One-Day International cricket for South Africa since February 2018, but is a regular in the Twenty20 set-up and is well-regarded for his swing and 'death bowling' in the final few overs when batsmen aim for big hits.

He can also be a powerful lower-order batsman, able to easily clear the boundary ropes.

His record in 50-over cricket is modest though, with 35 wickets in 34 matches at an average of over 40, while he averages less than 20 with the bat.

"Chris has always been in our plans and is our next best option with the ball," South Africa selection convener Linda Zondi said.

"He has the pace and death-bowling skills which will be vital in the UK, and also gives us that depth as a deadly finisher with the bat. We have had concerns around his injuries and workload capabilities, but this is an opportunity for him to make a mark on the biggest stage", Zondi added.

South Africa's build-up to the <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/off-form-hashim-amla-makes-south-africa-world-cup-squad-211566&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiilf6EvoniAhUCSY8KHTaiCpsQFjABegQIEBAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw1u7LMQISzEEJHN3AQhB_ud">World Cup</a> has been marred by injuries to key players – especially in their fast bowling attack.

Lungi Ngidi dropped out of the Indian Premier League before it began with a side strain, while Kagiso Rabada (back) and Dale Steyn (shoulder) were both withdrawn from that competition due to injury concerns.

The trio is likely to all start if they can prove their fitness, and it would be a massive blow for the team's chances if they fail to do so.

South Africa open their World Cup campaign against hosts England at The Oval on May 30.

South Africa have called up all-rounder Chris Morris for their Cricket World Cup squad after a hand injury ruled fast bowler Anrich Nortje out of the tournament, in the latest setback for the injury-plagued side.

South Africa have called up all-rounder Chris Morris for their Cricket World Cup squad after a hand injury ruled fast bowler Anrich Nortje out of the tournament, in the latest setback for the injury-plagued side. Nortje fractured his right thumb while practising in the nets and will need six to eight weeks to make a full recovery, a media statement from Cricket South Africa confirmed on Tuesday. "Anrich sustained a fracture to his right thumb during a net session in Port Elizabeth on Monday. He immediately consulted a hand surgeon and underwent surgery to stabilise the joint and will, unfortunately, be sidelined for up to eight weeks," team manager Mohammed Moosajee said. "It is an unfortunate and freakish injury, especially because he had made a successful recovery from the shoulder injury he sustained during the series against Sri Lanka." Morris has not played One-Day International cricket for South Africa since February 2018, but is a regular in the Twenty20 set-up and is well-regarded for his swing and 'death bowling' in the final few overs when batsmen aim for big hits. He can also be a powerful lower-order batsman, able to easily clear the boundary ropes. His record in 50-over cricket is modest though, with 35 wickets in 34 matches at an average of over 40, while he averages less than 20 with the bat. "Chris has always been in our plans and is our next best option with the ball," South Africa selection convener Linda Zondi said. "He has the pace and death-bowling skills which will be vital in the UK, and also gives us that depth as a deadly finisher with the bat. We have had concerns around his injuries and workload capabilities, but this is an opportunity for him to make a mark on the biggest stage", Zondi added. South Africa's build-up to the World Cup has been marred by injuries to key players – especially in their fast bowling attack. Lungi Ngidi dropped out of the Indian Premier League before it began with a side strain, while Kagiso Rabada (back) and Dale Steyn (shoulder) were both withdrawn from that competition due to injury concerns. The trio is likely to all start if they can prove their fitness, and it would be a massive blow for the team's chances if they fail to do so. South Africa open their World Cup campaign against hosts England at The Oval on May 30.

Chris Morris in for Anrich Nortje as South Africa forced to shuffle World Cup squad

With just 23 to go for the ICC Cricket World Cup, let's take a look back at some of the best batting records made in previous World Cups.

Sachin Tendulkar holding just about every batting record worth owning in the game, dominates the World Cup batting records as well.

Martin Guptill of New Zealand holds the record for the highest individual score (237*) and South African all-rounder Lance Klusener has the highest batting average (124.0) in the history of the tournament.&nbsp;

Here's a list of some significant batting records:

Most overall runs 
Sachin Tendulkar has scored a staggering 2278 runs in the 6 World Cups he has played.&nbsp;

The next best is Australia's Ricky Ponting scoring 1743 runs which is 500 runs less than of the Master Blaster.&nbsp;

Highest batting average 
With a batting average of 124.0, South African all-rounder Lance Klusener has the highest batting average in the World Cup.

He has played 2 World Cup's in 1999 and 2003, having scored 372 runs.

Highest individual score 
New Zealand's Martin Guptill scored an unbeaten 237* against West Indies in 2015 World Cup, which is the highest individual score in the tournament's history.

Most Centuries and Fifties 
Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for most 100's as well as most 50's in the World Cup.&nbsp;

The little master has made 6 centuries in 6 World Cup's he has played along with 15 fifties.

Highest strike rate&nbsp; 
Lance Klusener holds this record as well along with the record for highest batting average.&nbsp;

He has struck runs at a rate of 121.17 in the two World Cups he has played.

Highest partnership&nbsp; 
West Indies duo Marlon Samuels and Chris Gayle put up a partnership of 372 runs for 2nd wicket against Zimbabwe in the 2015 edition. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Most ducks 
New Zealand's Nathan Astle, unfortunately, has been out for 5 ducks in the tournament.

With just 23 to go for the ICC Cricket World Cup, let's take a look back at some of the best batting records made in previous World Cups. Sachin Tendulkar holding just about every batting record worth owning in the game, dominates the World Cup batting records as well.

With just 23 to go for the ICC Cricket World Cup, let's take a look back at some of the best batting records made in previous World Cups. Sachin Tendulkar holding just about every batting record worth owning in the game, dominates the World Cup batting records as well. Martin Guptill of New Zealand holds the record for the highest individual score (237*) and South African all-rounder Lance Klusener has the highest batting average (124.0) in the history of the tournament. Here's a list of some significant batting records: Most overall runs Sachin Tendulkar has scored a staggering 2278 runs in the 6 World Cups he has played. The next best is Australia's Ricky Ponting scoring 1743 runs which is 500 runs less than of the Master Blaster. Highest batting average With a batting average of 124.0, South African all-rounder Lance Klusener has the highest batting average in the World Cup. He has played 2 World Cup's in 1999 and 2003, having scored 372 runs. Highest individual score New Zealand's Martin Guptill scored an unbeaten 237* against West Indies in 2015 World Cup, which is the highest individual score in the tournament's history. Most Centuries and Fifties Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for most 100's as well as most 50's in the World Cup. The little master has made 6 centuries in 6 World Cup's he has played along with 15 fifties. Highest strike rate Lance Klusener holds this record as well along with the record for highest batting average. He has struck runs at a rate of 121.17 in the two World Cups he has played. Highest partnership West Indies duo Marlon Samuels and Chris Gayle put up a partnership of 372 runs for 2nd wicket against Zimbabwe in the 2015 edition. Most ducks New Zealand's Nathan Astle, unfortunately, has been out for 5 ducks in the tournament.

Best batting figures in ICC Cricket World Cup history

<a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/transformed-england-favourites-to-win-world-cup-says-sunil-gavaskar-216311&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi8ssTAlYniAhUPT48KHS3-CJoQFjAGegQIAxAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0m9VQhMS3aY8HSShqev-aB">England</a> Test-captain Joe Root on Tuesday said it was nice to get off to a winning start against Pakistan in the one-off T20I and was delighted seeing the crux of the team together.

"It`s exciting to see the crux of the squad together and to start the journey of the summer. And for us to find a way of winning two games, I know this is a different format, but the majority of the squad will be around for the 50-over stuff," International Cricket Council (ICC) quoted Root as saying.

"It was a great chance for us to start going in the right direction, to get some momentum going into the one-day series. It`s really pleasing to be two from two and, hopefully, now carry that forward throughout those five games," he added.

England registered a seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in a one-off T20I on Sunday and the pleasing fact for the team was that the win was achieved in the absence of key players like Jonny Bairstow, Jos Buttler, and Ben Stokes.

Jofra Archer, the latest addition to the limited-overs team of <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/england-overcome-batting-collapse-to-beat-ireland-by-four-wickets-in-the-one-off-odi-leading-to-the-world-cup-215823&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjmx5r2lYniAhVWnY8KHcpYC4gQFjAGegQIBhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0tWe15yngmIOy77uQJxcWb">England</a>, made a good impression in the T20I scalping two wickets and Root was seen addressing the value addition Archer brings to the team.

"You could see the value of what he could bring to a side, that extra bit of zip. He is someone that wants to get into the game and make things happen, which is a brilliant quality to have," Archer said.

"What this game did is provide a huge opportunity for guys who haven`t played a huge amount for England, either before or in recent times. It was really important that those guys got something out of it. It`s about them trying to take that opportunity and us finding a way of winning without a normal-looking T20 side, and I thought it was a fantastic effort from the group to win in the manner that we did," Root&nbsp;added.

England next takes on Pakistan in the five-match ODI series beginning on May 8 at the Oval in London.&nbsp;

England Test-captain Joe Root on Tuesday said it was nice to get off to a winning start against Pakistan in the one-off T20I and was delighted seeing the crux of the team together.

England Test-captain Joe Root on Tuesday said it was nice to get off to a winning start against Pakistan in the one-off T20I and was delighted seeing the crux of the team together. "It`s exciting to see the crux of the squad together and to start the journey of the summer. And for us to find a way of winning two games, I know this is a different format, but the majority of the squad will be around for the 50-over stuff," International Cricket Council (ICC) quoted Root as saying. "It was a great chance for us to start going in the right direction, to get some momentum going into the one-day series. It`s really pleasing to be two from two and, hopefully, now carry that forward throughout those five games," he added. England registered a seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in a one-off T20I on Sunday and the pleasing fact for the team was that the win was achieved in the absence of key players like Jonny Bairstow, Jos Buttler, and Ben Stokes. Jofra Archer, the latest addition to the limited-overs team of England, made a good impression in the T20I scalping two wickets and Root was seen addressing the value addition Archer brings to the team. "You could see the value of what he could bring to a side, that extra bit of zip. He is someone that wants to get into the game and make things happen, which is a brilliant quality to have," Archer said. "What this game did is provide a huge opportunity for guys who haven`t played a huge amount for England, either before or in recent times. It was really important that those guys got something out of it. It`s about them trying to take that opportunity and us finding a way of winning without a normal-looking T20 side, and I thought it was a fantastic effort from the group to win in the manner that we did," Root added. England next takes on Pakistan in the five-match ODI series beginning on May 8 at the Oval in London.

Exciting to see 'crux of squad' together, says Joe Root after England's T20I win against Pakistan

South Africa are loaded with match-winners and, with a little bit of luck, can end their World Cup agony at this year's 50-over tournament in England, fast bowler Dale Steyn has said.

South Africa's World Cup adventures have ended prematurely in unfortunate circumstances on numerous occasions earning them the 'chokers' tag at the 50-over event.

Ranked fourth in ODIs, Faf du Plessis' side, however, have not lost a 50-over series in the last 12 months, winning home and away against Sri Lanka, in Australia, and at home to Pakistan and Zimbabwe.

All of it convinces Steyn that the team could break their World Cup duck this time.

"We're going with good expectations," Steyn told reporters ahead of the Royal Challengers Bangalore's IPL match in Kolkata.

"If you're not going to the World Cup expecting to win, then you probably shouldn't go. But I'm not going to lie, we have some fantastic players."

South Africa in the past fell foul of an unfair rain rule, paid for miscalculating the Duckworth–Lewis run-rate requirement, and suffered comical run outs to crash out of the competition.

Four years ago, they fell short in a thrilling semi-final when New Zealand's Grant Elliott hit Steyn for a six off the penultimate ball of the match to seal victory.

Steyn, who has taken 196 wickets in 125 ODIs, showered rich praise on fast bowler Kagiso Rabada and pinned hopes on the 23-year-old to lead South Africa's bowling attack in the future.

"We're led by Faf, who's been in fantastic form lately. And in the Indian Premier League, Imran Tahir has been right up there in terms of wickets," said Steyn, who is hoping to make South Africa's 15-man squad for the May 30-July 14 tournament.

"From Quinton de Kock all the way down to number 11, they're all match-winners. We just need to go there and hope a bit of luck - weather, a missed no-ball - goes your way, and you could win the tournament.

"You look at KG (Rabada), he's been bowling exceptionally well. Kagiso is a wunderkind. Just hope he continues that kind of form."

South Africa open their World Cup against England at The Oval on May 30.

South Africa are loaded with match-winners and, with a little bit of luck, can end their World Cup agony at this year's 50-over tournament in England, fast bowler Dale Steyn has said.

South Africa are loaded with match-winners and, with a little bit of luck, can end their World Cup agony at this year's 50-over tournament in England, fast bowler Dale Steyn has said. South Africa's World Cup adventures have ended prematurely in unfortunate circumstances on numerous occasions earning them the 'chokers' tag at the 50-over event. Ranked fourth in ODIs, Faf du Plessis' side, however, have not lost a 50-over series in the last 12 months, winning home and away against Sri Lanka, in Australia, and at home to Pakistan and Zimbabwe. All of it convinces Steyn that the team could break their World Cup duck this time. "We're going with good expectations," Steyn told reporters ahead of the Royal Challengers Bangalore's IPL match in Kolkata. "If you're not going to the World Cup expecting to win, then you probably shouldn't go. But I'm not going to lie, we have some fantastic players." South Africa in the past fell foul of an unfair rain rule, paid for miscalculating the Duckworth–Lewis run-rate requirement, and suffered comical run outs to crash out of the competition. Four years ago, they fell short in a thrilling semi-final when New Zealand's Grant Elliott hit Steyn for a six off the penultimate ball of the match to seal victory. Steyn, who has taken 196 wickets in 125 ODIs, showered rich praise on fast bowler Kagiso Rabada and pinned hopes on the 23-year-old to lead South Africa's bowling attack in the future. "We're led by Faf, who's been in fantastic form lately. And in the Indian Premier League, Imran Tahir has been right up there in terms of wickets," said Steyn, who is hoping to make South Africa's 15-man squad for the May 30-July 14 tournament. "From Quinton de Kock all the way down to number 11, they're all match-winners. We just need to go there and hope a bit of luck - weather, a missed no-ball - goes your way, and you could win the tournament. "You look at KG (Rabada), he's been bowling exceptionally well. Kagiso is a wunderkind. Just hope he continues that kind of form." South Africa open their World Cup against England at The Oval on May 30.

South Africa can end World Cup agony: Dale Steyn

Steve Smith and David Warner completed their remarkable comeback from the ball-tampering scandal that rocked cricket when they were on Monday selected in defending champion Australia's&nbsp;World&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;squad.

But there was no room for Josh Hazlewood or Peter Handscomb at the tournament in England and Wales.

It is the first call-up for the former captain and his deputy since the expiry last month of year-long bans for their part in &nbsp;"sandpapergate" in Cape Town that had wide repercussions for Australian cricket.

Then-coach Darren Lehmann quit and all the top brass from Cricket Australia left after a scathing review said their "arrogant and controlling" win-at-all-costs culture was partly to blame for players bending the rules.

Both players were eligible for the final two games of Australia's recent limited-overs tour against Pakistan, but selectors preferred that they eased themselves back at the Twenty20 Indian Premier League.

Both grabbed the opportunity and have been in good touch, particularly the bombastic Warner who has made a blistering return.

"As far as I'm concerned they have done everything that's been asked of them in the last 12 months," said one-day skipper Aaron Finch, adding that he didn't believe their return would be destabilising.

"Knowing them both personally as I do, I don't think there will be any issues whatsoever. They are both great, great guys."

Their return has left coach Justin Langer with a dilemma on the back of Australia winning eight one-day internationals on the trot, against India and Pakistan.

All the top order have been firing, and it is Handscomb who is the fall guy despite averaging 43 in 13 games this year. The decision to drop him means the team only has one wicketkeeper in Alex Carey.

Rock-solid batting

Australia's recent red-hot form has been built on the back of a rock-solid opening partnership between Finch and Usman Khawaja.

The decision for Langer now is whether to retain that combination when the 50-over&nbsp;World&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;begins at the end of next month or move one of them down to make way for Warner, who traditionally opens the batting.

Shaun Marsh, Smith, Glenn Maxwell and all-rounder Marcus Stoinis make up the middle order.

"There's so much flexibility in our order and there will be a lot of options," said Finch. "There's been a couple of hard decisions made on the 15, but there's going to be some even tougher ones with the 11."

Selectors opted for two spinners in Adam Zampa and Nathan Lyon and five quick bowlers.

As with the batsmen, Australia's selectors faced a bowling conundrum as they target a record sixth&nbsp;World&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;triumph.&nbsp;

Pat Cummins will spearhead the attack while Mitchell Starc, the 2015&nbsp;World&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;player of the tournament, has been recalled after being sidelined with a muscle tear since early February.

But Hazlewood, who has been out of action since January with a back injury, missed out, with chief selector Trevor Hohns saying the focus was on having him ready for the Ashes Test series in England which begins in August.&nbsp;

Jhye Richardson, who dislocated his shoulder last month, makes the grade along with Nathan Coulter-Nile and Jason Behrendorff.

Hazlewood and Handscomb were instead named in both Australia's one-day A&nbsp;squad, which will play games in England while the&nbsp;World&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;is on, and their four-day A&nbsp;squad&nbsp;to face English county sides in the build-up to the Ashes.

Australia&nbsp;World&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;squad: Aaron Finch (capt), Usman Khawaja, David Warner, Steve Smith, Shaun Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Jhye Richardson, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jason Behrendorff, Nathan Lyon, Adam Zampa

Australia one-day A&nbsp;squad: Travis Head (capt), Matthew Wade, Will Pucovski, Peter Handscomb, Ashton Turner, Mitch Marsh, D'Arcy Short, Kurtis Patterson, Ashton Agar, Michael Neser, James Pattinson, Josh Hazlewood, Kane Richardson, Sean Abbott

Australia four-day A&nbsp;squad: Tim Paine (capt), Marcus Harris, Kurtis Patterson, Will Pucovski, Travis Head, Peter Handscomb, Matthew Wade, Mitch Marsh, Michael Neser, Jon Holland, James Pattinson, Jackson Bird, Josh Hazlewood, Chris Tremain

Steve Smith and David Warner completed their remarkable comeback from the ball-tampering scandal that rocked cricket when they were on Monday selected in defending champion Australia's World Cup squad.

Steve Smith and David Warner completed their remarkable comeback from the ball-tampering scandal that rocked cricket when they were on Monday selected in defending champion Australia's World Cup squad. But there was no room for Josh Hazlewood or Peter Handscomb at the tournament in England and Wales. It is the first call-up for the former captain and his deputy since the expiry last month of year-long bans for their part in "sandpapergate" in Cape Town that had wide repercussions for Australian cricket. Then-coach Darren Lehmann quit and all the top brass from Cricket Australia left after a scathing review said their "arrogant and controlling" win-at-all-costs culture was partly to blame for players bending the rules. Both players were eligible for the final two games of Australia's recent limited-overs tour against Pakistan, but selectors preferred that they eased themselves back at the Twenty20 Indian Premier League. Both grabbed the opportunity and have been in good touch, particularly the bombastic Warner who has made a blistering return. "As far as I'm concerned they have done everything that's been asked of them in the last 12 months," said one-day skipper Aaron Finch, adding that he didn't believe their return would be destabilising. "Knowing them both personally as I do, I don't think there will be any issues whatsoever. They are both great, great guys." Their return has left coach Justin Langer with a dilemma on the back of Australia winning eight one-day internationals on the trot, against India and Pakistan. All the top order have been firing, and it is Handscomb who is the fall guy despite averaging 43 in 13 games this year. The decision to drop him means the team only has one wicketkeeper in Alex Carey. Rock-solid batting Australia's recent red-hot form has been built on the back of a rock-solid opening partnership between Finch and Usman Khawaja. The decision for Langer now is whether to retain that combination when the 50-over World Cup begins at the end of next month or move one of them down to make way for Warner, who traditionally opens the batting. Shaun Marsh, Smith, Glenn Maxwell and all-rounder Marcus Stoinis make up the middle order. "There's so much flexibility in our order and there will be a lot of options," said Finch. "There's been a couple of hard decisions made on the 15, but there's going to be some even tougher ones with the 11." Selectors opted for two spinners in Adam Zampa and Nathan Lyon and five quick bowlers. As with the batsmen, Australia's selectors faced a bowling conundrum as they target a record sixth World Cup triumph. Pat Cummins will spearhead the attack while Mitchell Starc, the 2015 World Cup player of the tournament, has been recalled after being sidelined with a muscle tear since early February. But Hazlewood, who has been out of action since January with a back injury, missed out, with chief selector Trevor Hohns saying the focus was on having him ready for the Ashes Test series in England which begins in August. Jhye Richardson, who dislocated his shoulder last month, makes the grade along with Nathan Coulter-Nile and Jason Behrendorff. Hazlewood and Handscomb were instead named in both Australia's one-day A squad, which will play games in England while the World Cup is on, and their four-day A squad to face English county sides in the build-up to the Ashes. Australia World Cup squad: Aaron Finch (capt), Usman Khawaja, David Warner, Steve Smith, Shaun Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Jhye Richardson, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jason Behrendorff, Nathan Lyon, Adam Zampa Australia one-day A squad: Travis Head (capt), Matthew Wade, Will Pucovski, Peter Handscomb, Ashton Turner, Mitch Marsh, D'Arcy Short, Kurtis Patterson, Ashton Agar, Michael Neser, James Pattinson, Josh Hazlewood, Kane Richardson, Sean Abbott Australia four-day A squad: Tim Paine (capt), Marcus Harris, Kurtis Patterson, Will Pucovski, Travis Head, Peter Handscomb, Matthew Wade, Mitch Marsh, Michael Neser, Jon Holland, James Pattinson, Jackson Bird, Josh Hazlewood, Chris Tremain

Australia's World Cup squad: Steve Smith, David Warner recalled for title defence

The Indian selection committee will announce the 15 players squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup on Monday. However, former Indian cricket team opener Virender Sehwag has already picked up his team for the tournament starting May 30. &nbsp;

Sehwag, who has played in three World Cups for the country, took to his Twitter to announce his team.&nbsp;

The interesting point in his chosen team is that seven players out of 15 played in the 2015 World Cup.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami are the seven players who were also part of the 2015 World Cup team.

He also asked his fans to tell their team for the cricket World cup.&nbsp;

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While many believed that there won't be much difference in the official squad of Team India, some were of the opinion that Ambati Rayadu should be given a chance.&nbsp;

Some were also of the opinion that Rishabh pant should be replaced with Dinesh Karthik.

The Indian selection committee will announce the 15 players squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup on Monday. However, former Indian cricket team opener Virender Sehwag has already picked up his team for the tournament starting May 30.

The Indian selection committee will announce the 15 players squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup on Monday. However, former Indian cricket team opener Virender Sehwag has already picked up his team for the tournament starting May 30. Sehwag, who has played in three World Cups for the country, took to his Twitter to announce his team. The interesting point in his chosen team is that seven players out of 15 played in the 2015 World Cup. Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami are the seven players who were also part of the 2015 World Cup team. He also asked his fans to tell their team for the cricket World cup. My Team India for the 2019 World Cup. 7 players from the 2015 team, 8 replacements ! What is your team ? pic.twitter.com/37QPZ9Z267 — Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) April 13, 2019 × While many believed that there won't be much difference in the official squad of Team India, some were of the opinion that Ambati Rayadu should be given a chance. Some were also of the opinion that Rishabh pant should be replaced with Dinesh Karthik.

Virender Sehwag picks his 'Team India' for 2019 ICC World Cup

On the International Day for Street Children, ahead of the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, actress Dia Mirza who is a brand ambassador for NGO Save The Children speaks about a unique initiative that helps to raise awareness and to provide a platform to underprivileged kids.

In Conversation with Dia Mirza on The International Day for Street Children

On the International Street Children's Day, ahead of the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, actress Dia Mirza who is a brand ambassador for NGO Save The Children speaks about a unique initiative that helps raising awareness and providing a platform to underprivileged kids.

In Conversation with Dia Mirza on International Street Children's Day