Here are six players to watch out for in the upcoming World Cup.
World Cup 2019: The World Cup gets underway on May 30 and with the warm-up matches on, teams are getting a gist of the playing conditions and the field.
Other than batsman, bowlers, fielders or keepers, there are the all-rounders to make for a steady and strong team.
These players have the capability to snatch victory from the opposition side. They also provide a great balance to a team.
Here are six players to watch out for in the upcoming World Cup:
1. Shakib Al Hasan - Bangladesh
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Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan is just two short of completing 200 ODIs and one short of reaching 250 wickets.
The left-arm spinner will be a vital cog in Bangladesh's scheme.
The new No.1 in the ICC's allrounders' chart can play according to the situation.
Bangladesh will draw on his form and experience to make an impact in the World Cup.
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2. Andre Russell - West Indies
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Windies all-rounder Andre Russell hit a staggering 52 sixes in the IPL for Kolkata Knight Riders.
If he continues to carry the momentum, it will be a treat for the spectators who will be ducking for cover.
This will be the third World Cup for the 31-year-old. He served a one-year doping ban in 2017 and has now returned to the cricket ground with more enthusiasm and vigor.
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3. Hardik Pandya - India
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From controversies to injuries, India's Hardik Pandya has seen it all.
Despite these downfalls, Hardik has been in good form as he won his second IPL title with the Mumbai Indians where he scored 402 runs at a staggering strike rate of over 190
The World Cup could, however, be a career-defining for the Baroda allrounder.
He could also be the 'finisher' India might need in the end overs.
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4. Ben Stokes - England
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Host nation England's aggressive Ben Stokes is expected to be in top form.
After being ignored for the previous edition in Australia, Stokes will be hoping to make a mark in his maiden World Cup.
He was suspended for fighting outside a Bristol nightclub and has now returned to the squad.
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5. Marcus Stoinis - Australia
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Australia's Marcus Stoinis has batted in multiple spots in the batting order and showed that he has the ability to change games.
In 2017, playing in just his second ODI, Stoinis produced one of the greatest innings in ODI history. He scored an unbeaten 146 after coming in to bat No.7 against New Zealand.
He is expected to be in good form for the upcoming World Cup.
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6. Rashid Khan - Afghanistan
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Afghani all-rounder Rashid Khan has made sure his name stays on everyone's mind.
The 20-year-old's bowling skills often overshadow his batting and fielding exploits.
He was also named as the No.1 in the ICC allrounders' chart in ODIs until being overthrown by Shakib.
His deadly googly which he mixes with his leg-breaks can prove to be deadly.
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