Fantasy World Cup 2019 – 10 Participating Team Captains

Many nations have come to the stage of the cricket world cup! But just a few have conquered it! Once more with fantasy world cup 2019, the stage will be set and we will witness an arena of terrific players.

Cricket is a team game. And, like in case of all team sports, a cricket team, too, is held together by the captain. As the leader of the ODI fantasy world cup team, a captain has to ensure balance in the team, be it in terms of focus or temperament.

A team skipper has to know when to stay calm in the face of stress and keep his head clear to strategies the match. The world cup fantasy game captain is the pillar of success in a team.

Let’s meet the top 10 cricket world cup fantasy league participating captains for this world cup, starting on 30th May.

Aaron Finch – Australia

After Australian ball-tampering episode, which saw Steve Smith suspended for a year, opening batsman Aaron Finch had been handed the responsibility of leading the team. Now, Smith is back, however, Finch will lead the Australian team at the World Cup.

Gulbadin Naib – Afghanistan

Afghanistan Cricket Board shocked everyone by choosing bowling all-rounder as captain for cricket world cup 2019. Naib replaces Asghar Afghan, one of the successful skippers, as the team’s leader.

Mashrafe Mortaza – Bangladesh

The fast bowler will be leading the Bangladesh team for the second time in the World Cup. In 2015, under Mortaza’s captaincy, Bangladesh reached the quarter-final stage for the first time.

Eoin Morgan – England

Just like Mortaza, Eoin Morgan will lead the English team for the second time in the World Cup. Though under his leadership, England faced an early exit in the 2015 World Cup. However, since then the English team has become a strong unit in the 50-over format and are one of the favourites going into the tournament.

Virat Kohli – India

Arguably the best ODI batsman, Virat Kohli will lead his side for the first time in 50-over World Cup. Interestingly, this will be Kohli’s third World Cup as a player.

Kane Williamson – New Zealand

Kane Williamson will play his first World Cup as a skipper. In 2015 edition, Brendon McCullum-led New Zealand finished as runners-up. Under Williamson, the Kiwis are looking for their maiden World Cup title win.

Sarfaraz Ahmed – Pakistan

Months before the World Cup, there were some questions over Sarfaraz Ahmed place in the team. His captaincy skill was under scrutiny as well. However, the nation’s cricket board went ahead and named him as the captain for the World Cup. It was under Sarfaraz’s leadership that Pakistan lifted its maiden Champions Trophy in 2017. He has won the World Cup at U-19 level too.

Faf du Plessis – South Africa

Middle-order batsman Faf du Plessis has been in charge of the South African team for a while now. In 2017 he was named as ODI captain and since then South Africa has done fairly well under him.

Dimuth Karunaratne – Sri Lanka

The opening batsman DimuthKarunaratne was surprisingly named as team’s ODI skipper. He is yet to lead Sri Lanka in an ODI and will begin his duty at the World Cup. He will replace Lasith Malinga, under whom Sri Lanka lost ODI series against South Africa, as captain.

Jason Holder – West Indies

Having led the team in the 2015 World Cup, Jason Holder has some experience of leading the Windies World Cup. He has been leading from the front as West Indies look to add 3rdWorld Cup to their bag.

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Fantasy Cricket World Cup – Top 5 Wicket Takers

The world cup fantasy league fans might have noted that batsmen dominate World Cup and steal limelight mostly. However, it has also been noted the side having the best, settled and varied bowling squad wins this championship.

If you are a true world cup fantasy game fan, you might remember Windies squadofWC 1975 and 1979. Again, recollect the Indian squad of 1983 & 2011 or Australian squad of 1999, 2003 and 2007. Almost every time the champion side had their bowling department in top form.

Hence, the bowlers of every team play an enormous role in making their team lift up the World Cup trophy. They also play a huge role in the ODI fantasy world cup fans playing fantasy cricket.

Here we look at 5 such legendary bowlers who have been the top wicket-takers in World Cup’s history. Take a look below and being a fantasy cricket world cup fan reminisce the past World Cups.

Glenn McGrath – Australia

The great seamer, Glenn McGrath is one of the reasons that the Australian team was so successful in his era. McGrath had played an integral part in the three consecutive World Cup wins from 1999 to 2007. No doubt, he is the man topping this record.

McGrath picked 71 wickets in 39 world cup games at an average of 18.20. With the best figure of 7/15, he has 2 four-wicket hauls in World Cups.McGrath is fondly remembered for his wicket of Sachin Tendulkar at during World Cup 2003 final.

Muttiah Muralitharan – Sri Lanka

The great bowler from the island nation, Muttiah Muralitharan has the most number of wickets in both test and ODI. He is the second highest wicket-taker of World Cup in the 11Wickets list. Muralitharan has taken 68 wickets in 40 matches at a terrific average of 19.63. Sri Lanka had won the World Cup trophy one time in 1996 and Muralitharan was part of this winning team. He rules this second spot with his best figure of 4/19.

Wasim Akram – Pakistan

The highest wicket-taker in ODI cricket when he retired, Wasim Akram was a part of the vicious Pakistani squad. Akram had picked 55 wickets in 38 world cup games at an average of 23.84. Akram was an important part of Pakistan’s world cup winning squad in 1992. He was also in 1999 squad when Pakistan finished as runner-ups. He had 3 four-wicket hauls with a best figure of 5/28.

Chaminda Vaas – Sri Lanka

Perhaps the best seamer of Sri Lankan team, Chaminda Vaas was a destructor. He was at his best in World Cup 2003. Vaas ended picking up 49 wickets in 31 WC games and becoming the part of World Cup winning Sri Lankan team in 1996. He had an envious average of 21.22 with the best figure of 6/25 and 2 four-wicket haul.

Zaheer Khan and Javagal Srinath

Both the terrific Indian legends had 44 wickets in their bag from 23 and 34 World Cup matches respectively. Zaheer was the part of the Indian attack in the victorious World Cup 2011. Srinath picked the wickets at an average of 27.82 while Zaheer had an average of 20.23.

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ODI Fantasy World Cup – Power Cricketers from Each Team

May 2019 is the month of Cricket World Cup, revelry for the world cup fantasy league lovers!

So, as the participating teams are gearing up with their star players, the fantasy world cup cricket lovers of 11Wickets are too preparing their play and team selection strategies, so as to make perfect teams, compete with the other players and win a lot of prizes.

Let’s take a look at one power cricketer each team should have during ODI fantasy world cup cricket games 2019, so as to secure their place and win the cup. Read on:

Dimuth Karunaratne – Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan team has weakened after the retirement of most of the senior players. The new players are not being able to create the magic the senior players have created earlier in the world cricket scenario and ODI fantasy world cup.

To be precise, the young ones are not playing well to lead the nation at some respectable position. The ICC ranking of Sri Lanka is 8. In this situation, the current skipper of the team DimuthKarunaratne, a youngster himself, has the responsibility to pull the strings of the team and boost its morale. Let’s say that one great performance is needed to boost this morale and turnaround the picture of the green room.

Babar Azam– Pakistan

Pakistani cricket team has high hopes about Azam. He is one of the terrific run-scorer for the team. He is one of the key players for Pakistan leading up to the World Cup 2019. Azam understands the game he is playing and keeps the capability to play according to the situation. The team which is currently ruling the ICC ranking in 6th position needs someone of his talent.

Kane Williamson – New Zealand

When the opposition tries to get under the skin, the Kiwi skipper, Kane Williamson has still kept alive the spirit of the game. It is much due to his calm appearance that also reflects in his game and how he controls things as a leader on the field. One of the sound batsmen in the world at the moment, Kane has been a batsman who can play in almost all situations. New Zealand holds 3rd position in ICC ranking table.

Jason Holder – West Indies

This all-rounder and the current team captain, who leads from the front, is an able leader and who has shown it in the past that hope can still stay intact until it’s not over. Holder is the key player for the West Indies as the team is struggling in the 9th position at ICC ranking.

Rashid Khan – Afghanistan

This young cricketer from Afghanistan has become a household name for the cricket fans. As 2019 World Cup will be a challenge for the team Afghanistan, which is holding the 10th position in ICC ranking, Rashid Khan is ruling the 2nd position in the ODI Bowling Rankings at ICC. You now know, why he is the key player for the team.

Shakib Al Hasan– Bangladesh

He is one of the most consistent players for the team in the last decade. For the Bangladeshi tigers, Shakib Al Hasan is not merely a player but also he is their mentor. The team rely heavily on him for all the three formats of cricket and it is predictable that they need him for World Cup 2019 too.

Joe Root – England

He is one of the prolific run scorers for England team and one of the greatest batsmen internationally. His consistency plays a key role for the team which is ruling the 1st position at the ICC ranking table. Hence, he is the key player for the team in the upcoming ICC World Cup.

Kagiso Rabada – South Africa

KagisoRabada is the world’s best fast bowler at present. The right arm pacer is the crucial player for his him in this upcoming ICC World Cup 2019. South Africa holds the 4th position in the ICC ranking.

David Warner – Australia

Despite being out of cricketing action, David Warner is still one of the best ODI batsmen internationally. Australia being in 5th position at the ICC ranking needs him as the key player for the World Cup 2019.

Jasprit Bumrah– India

From being an unorthodox fast bowler, Bumrah has risen rapidly to become India’s match-winner in the limited overs formats. Bumrah is probably the best bowler in ODIs at the moment due to his understanding of the game as well as the ability to anticipate the batsman’s thinking and plan accordingly. India holds the 2nd position in ICC team ranking and Bumrah holds the 1st position in ODI Bowling Rankings at ICC. Hence, it is definite he can be the key player for India in the ICC World Cup.

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Fantasy World Cup History – Highest Runs Partnership

In fantasy world cup cricket, batsmen can make a huge difference to a game. As they try to score huge in any match, they ensure that the opponents have a big number to chase.

However, it is not just the contribution of one batsman who can make a huge contribution to a match. Partnerships win matches and also help teams come out of trouble. Two batsmen working in perfect harmony is a sight for cricket world cup fantasy league cricket fans of 11Wickets.

When two batsmen get together and perform well, nothing better can happen for the team. The teams which grow good batting partnerships are considered the best batting units in world cup cricket game.

Here are the top 6 highest partnerships in world cup cricket games.

Chris Gayle and Marlon Samuels (2015)

Two Windies batsmen, Chris Gayle and Marlon Samuels top this list with a partnership of 372 runs for the 2nd wicket. They were playing against Zimbabwe during15th match, Pool B of World Cup at Canberra on February 24 2015. Due to this massive partnership, West Indies won the match by 73 runs.

Sourav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid (1999)

The Men in Blue and batting genius, Sourav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid are second in this list. None could beat their record of highest partnership in world cup until Gayle and Samuels scored 372 in WC 2015. They partnered for the 2nd wicket and scored 318 runs. India was playing against Sri Lanka during 21stMatch of World Cup at Taunton on May 26 1999. India has beaten the Sri Lankans by 157 runs in that match.

Upul Tharanga and Tillakaratne Dilshan (2011)

The Sri Lankan batting genius, Upul Tharanga and Tillakaratne Dilshan are third with 282 runs partnership for the 1st wicket. They were playing against Zimbabwe during 26thMatch, Group A of World Cup at Pallekele on March 10 2011. Sri Lanka won that match by 139 runs.

David Warner and Steven Smith (2015)

Two of the very best Australian batsmen, David Warner and Steven Smith are fourth in this list. They have the record of 260 runs partnership for the 2nd wicket. They were playing against Afghanistan during 26th Match, Pool A of World Cup at Perth on March 4 2015. Australia had beaten Afghanistan by 275 runs.

David Miller and Jean-Paul Duminy (2015)

The two leading South African batsmen, David Miller and Jean-Paul Duminy are fifth in this list. They have the record of 256* runs partnership for the 5th wicket. They were playing against Zimbabwe during 3rd Match, Pool B of World Cup at Hamilton on February 15 2015. South Africa had beaten Zimbabwe by 62 runs.

Hashim Amla and Faf du Plessis (2015)

Another of the best South African batsmen, Hashim Amla and Faf du Plessis hold the sixth spot in this list. They have the record of 247 runs partnership for the 2nd wicket. Their opponent was Ireland in the match during 24th, Pool B of World Cup at Canberra on March 3 2015. South African team won the match by 201 runs.

*Records have been compiled as on April 29, 2019

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Fantasy World Cup History – 2 World Cup Finals of India

Every four years the excitement of the world cup fantasy game cricket fans reaches to the top of the world. The top cricketers from the top test playing nations get together for the biggest cricket tournament, the World Cup.

The entire tournament is a colourful affair as each nation’s chosen cricketers aim to grab the highest title of cricket world. For the cricketers who play for the first time at the event, it is an experience to cherish for life. And when a team wins the fantasy world cup, it is the moment of a lifetime.

The fans of fantasy cricket at 11Wickets will agree the World Cup is a great way to bring together various cultures and people from all over the globe. World Cup has been organising since 1975 and anticipation amongst world cup fantasy Indian fans is growing as the tournament is getting closer this summer.

Let us walk down the memory lane today. Here are two greatest finals of India in World Cup history for the ODI fantasy world cup fans. Read on:

World Cup 2011 (Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai)

The young Men in Blue of Sourav Ganguly succeeded in reaching the finals during world cup 2003. However, at the finals, they lost against the supergiant Australian team. 8 years later, the Men in Blue of MS Dhoni again reached the finals against Sri Lankan team. This time around, the Men in Blue were playing in their home grounds as India was host to World Cup 2011. Sri Lankan team had reached the WC finals in 2007 and won in 1996.

Winning the toss, the Lankan team made 274/6 in 50 overs despite the Indian spearhead Zaheer Khan. The team hammered 91 runs in the last 10 overs. In reply, the Indian team had a shaky start with Sachin and Sehwag falling down quickly. The Delhi duo, Gambhir and Kohli came for the rescue and gave a partnership of 83 runs for the third wicket until Kohli got dismissed. Dhoni came to the bat and Gambhir and Dhoni added 109 for the 4th wicket. Then for the 5th, wicketYuvraj Singh joined Dhoni. It was a keenly contested final and MSD uncorked his magic well. It goes down in history as one of the best World Cup final victories of all-time.

1983 World Cup final (Lord’s Cricket Ground in London)

Since the start of the World Cup tournament in 1975, it was the first time India reached the finals in 1983. The Windies team were appearing in the finals for the third time, winning the previous two in 1975 and 1979. They were on the verge of making a hat-trick. Clive Lloyd of West Indies won the toss and invited India to bat first. India crumbled at 183 all out.

Next, Windies came down to bat with confidence. The first shock came when opener Gordon Greenidge went down at 1 from Balwinder Sandhu. Nine more were to go. Viv Richards took his team to 57/2. The Caribbean crowd went in shock when their hero was dismissed by KapilDev, the Indian skipper. For the Windies side, it went downhill after the dismissal of Sir Richards. The India side sent the champions hurtling towards a 43-run defeat. 1983 became the year of India’s superb victory and it has been considered as the greatest victories of the World Cup.

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Fantasy World Cup – Notable Records in Cricket World Cup

The world cup is the most celebrated event in the cricketing world. International Cricket Council (ICC) organise the ODI championship every four years. This is the time in the cricket world when our fans are also crazily involved in the fantasy world cup games.

Many records have been made and broken by many cricketers in the World Cup. World Cup season is equally exciting for the cricketers and the cricket fans. The cricket fans can watch the games and play ODI fantasy world cup games.

Let’s take a look at some of the world breaking records made in the fantasy world cup cricket game.

1st World Cup century

England opener Denis Aamis has scored 137 against India in 1975. In world cup history, it was the first century.

No recording of Kapil Dev’s 175

In 1983 world cup India had lost 5 wickets for 17 runs against Zimbabwe. Following that, Indian skipperKapilDev came to batting and scored 175 not out after all over. But sadly, due to the strike of broadcasters, there was no recording of this match.

Man of the Tournament award

In 1992 NewZealand Captain Martin Crowe has got the man of the tournament award and till now he is the only captain who has got the man of the tournament award in world cup history.

Double fastest fifties

New Zealand cricketer, Brendon McCullum has the record of two fastest fifties in the world cup, 18 balls and 20 balls.

Maximum ducks

Nathan Astle has maximum no of ducks in world cup history, 5 ducks.

Dismissed in 99 runs

Ab de Villiers, Adam Gilchrist and JP Duminy are the players who got out in 99 in the world cup. Sachin got out in 98 and 97 both in 2003 world cup.

Highest runs in losing cause

Herschelle Gibbs scored 143 runs against New Zealand. But they lost the match. This was the highest no of runs by batsmen in losing cause in the world cup.

Heaviest player in the world cup

In 2007 World Cup the weight of Bermuda player named Dwen Liverkok was 130 kg. He got the title of the heaviest player in the world cup.

3 world cups but no title

Graham Gooch, England’s batsman, is the only player to play 3 World Cup finals but doesn’t lift the title even once.

Highest partnership record in the world cup

Windies players, Chris Gayle and Marlon Samuels at 2nd wicket had a partnership of 372 runs against Zimbabwe at Canberra, Australia in World Cup 2015.

Most number of wickets

Glenn McGrath holds the record of most number of wickets which is 71 in a span of 1996 – 2007 and that is not going to break anytime soon.

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Fantasy Cricket World Cup –Most Appearances in WC

Pakistan’s Javed Miandad and India’s Sachin Tendulkar, with six ICC Cricket World Cups each, share the record for the most appearances at the cricket world cup. The fantasy cricket world cup league fans love to watch their favourite cricketer participating in world cup many times.

For the fifth time the cricket World Cup, the 2019 edition will be hosted by England. The first ODI fantasy world cup match will be played at The Oval while the final will be played at Lord’s. With eleven venues across England hosting all the games during the extravaganza, fans will be treated to some spectacular cricket during the 12thedition of the tournament.

The history of the tournament has produced a number of stars since the inaugural 1975. Some of the players have played in more than one world cup cricket games massing many appearances.

Here we take a look at the players with the most cricket world cup fantasy league appearances. Read on:

Javed Miandad – 1975, 1979, 1983, 1987, 1992, 1996

Javed Miandad is one of only two players to have appeared in six World Cups. Pakistan won the world cup in his fifth attempt. Miandad was prolific in the World Cup, scoring 1083 runs in 33 matches, with an average of 43.32, one century & eight half-centuries.

Sachin Tendulkar – 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011

The other cricketer playing in six World Cup tournaments is Sachin Tendulkar. Last World Cup 2015 was the one which did not have either Miandad or Tendulkar. Tendulkar is the leading run scorer till now in all the world cups. In 45 matches, he has scored 2278 runs with an average of 56.95 and strike rate of 88.98. He has 6 centuries and 15 half-centuries in his record. Tendulkar managed to grab the trophy at the sixth attempt in 2011.

Imran Khan – 1975, 1979, 1983, 1987, 1992

Imran Khan is the world cup winning captain for Pakistan till date. He had participated in 5 world cup editions and won the cup in 1992.

Arjuna Ranatunga- 1983, 1987, 1992, 1996, 1999

The Sri Lankan juggernaut, ArjunaRanatungais the world cup winning captain for the nation till now. He had participated in 5 world cup editions and won the cup in 1996 at the 4th attempt.

Wasim Akram – 1987, 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003

Pakistan won the world cup in 1992. Wasim Akram won the cup in the 2nd attempt. Following that he participated in 3 more world cup editions.

Aravinda de Silva – 1987, 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003

Sri Lanka won the world cup in 1996. Aravinda de Silva won the cup in the 3rdattempt. Following that he participated in 2 more world cup editions.

Brian Lara – 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007

Sadly, Brian Lara was never a member of the winning Windies team of the World Cup. West Indies won the world cup in 1975 and 1979. And Lara played 5 times in world cup from 1992 to 2007.

Sanath Jayasuriya- 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007

Sanath Jayasuriya won the cup for Sri Lanka in the 2ndattempt. Following that he participated in 3 more world cup editions.

Inzamam-ul-Haq- 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007

Inzamam-ul-Haq won the cup for Pakistan in the 1stattempt. Following that he participated in 4 more world cup editions.

Ricky Ponting- 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011

Ricky Ponting is the two times world cup winning captain for Australia. He had participated in 5 world cup edition and won the cup in 2003 and 2007.

Jacques Kallis- 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011

Sadly the South African team has never won the world cup. Jacques Kallis has participated in 5 world cup editions.

Chanderpaul – 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011

West Indies cricketer, S. Chanderpaul is well-known for his unorthodox batting stance described as crab-like. He has participated and played in 5 world cup editions.

Muralitharan- 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011

The giant Sri Lankan performer, M. Muralitharan has participated and played in 5 world cup editions. He won the cup for Sri Lanka in the 1st attempt.

Steve Tikolo – 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011

Kenya has never won any world cup and even not participating in the tournament now. Steve Tikolo, widely regarded as the greatest Kenyan cricketer ever, has participated in 5 world cup editions.

Thomas Odoyo – 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011

Thomas Odoyowas Kenyan ODI captain. He has participated in 5 world cup editions.

Shahid Afridi – 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015

Pakistani cricketer, ShahidAfridi, popularly known as Boom Boom, was the captain of the nation. He has participated and played in 5 world cup editions.

Daniel Vettori – 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015

Daniel Vettori wasNew Zealand captain. He has participated in 5 world cup editions.

Mahela Jayawardene – 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015

Sri Lankan cricketer, Mahela Jayawardene, regarded as one of the modern greats of batsmanship, especially due to his mastery of playing spin bowling, has participated in 5 world cup editions.

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Fantasy Cricket World Cup – History of World Cup Trophy

The biggest tournament of cricket, World Cup 2019 is not very far. On 30th May 2019, the cricket world cup will commence for more than 45 days. This is the time when fantasy cricket world cup fans will be able to show their cricket knowledge and earn exciting prizes.

Every world cup leaves loads of special memories for the ODI fantasy world cup fans. The history of cricket is old but the history of this tournament dates back to 1975. It was the year when 7 nations started competing in the biggest cricket tournament. The oldest 7 nations who played at the first edition of the world cup are Australia, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and West Indies.

Everyone who plays world cup fantasy game and watches cricket must have seen the first world cup trophy. As Indians, how can we forget the moment when Kapil Dev and team lifted their first WC trophy in 1983? That was one of the most glorious moments for all Indians. The trophy during that time was different. Prudential Cup Trophy was the name. The current name of the trophy is ICC trophy using World Cup 1999.

History of World Cup Trophy

The Prudential Cup

The first three editions of the World Cup held at England during 1975, 1979 and 1983. Prudential sponsored both the trophy and the cup. Windies lifted the Prudential Cup in the first two edition and India lifted it in the third edition.

The Reliance Cup

The venue of the world cup moved out of England into the sub-continent in 1987. The host was India and Pakistan and the new sponsor was Reliance. The young and aggressive Australian team lifted up the Reliance Cup.

Benson and Hedges World Cup

World Cup 1992 moved to Australia and New Zealand. For the first time all the matches were in colour clothes. Also, bowlers used white cricket balls to bowl. 9 teams participated during this world cup. Pakistan won the cup with some awe-inspiring leadership by Imran Khan. The trophy had been made of crystal and it is the only trophy which did not have any type of metal on it.

Wills World Cup

India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka hosted the world cup. 12 teams participated for the first time and also quarter-finals introduced. Arjuna Ranatunga led an unbeaten Sri Lankan team to become the World Champion in 1996. This is the only time till now that a co-host team has won the trophy.

ICC World Cup Trophy

The existing Trophy awarded to the winners of the ICC Cricket World Cup shaped for the 1999 championships. It is the first permanent prize in the tournament’s history.

A team of craftsmen from Garrad, the Crown Jewellers, developed the trophy. It was designed and produced in London within two months.

The world cup cricket games trophy is 65cm high, made from silver and gold and features a golden globe held up by three silver columns. The columns, shaped as stumps and bails, represent the three fundamental aspects of cricket: batting, bowling and fielding, while the globe represents the world and a cricket ball. The trophy is designed so that it can be instantly recognized from any angle.

The trophy weighs approximately 11 kilograms and has the names of the previous winners inscribed on its base. There is still room for a further ten teams to have their name inscribed on the base.

The International Cricket Council always keeps the actual trophy. A replica is presented to the winning team, which is identical in all aspects apart from the inscription of the previous champions.

In 1999, the trophy won by the Indian cricket team at the 1983 World Cup was damaged during a violent rampage on the Indian cricket board’s headquarters by the Hindu nationalist political group.

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Crucial 30+ scores in India’s World Cup Cricket Game Winnings

The month of May is bringing with it the excitement of the World Cup Cricket Game. Yes, it is the year of the biggest tournament in the world of cricket, World Cup 2019. A treat for the cricket world cup fantasy league fans!

Whenever the Indian cricket team has won any of the World Cups, it has been history. 11 World Cups, India has won two. In addition, India has the T20I World Cup once. The ODI fantasy world cup fans in India are going to have another treat of cricket tournament after IPL ends.

There were multiple star-performers who did it for Indian winning. But there were a few crucial contributions during world cup trips, which ultimately made the impact in CWC fantasy.

Let’s go down the memory lane of the fantasy world cup. And see four such contributions that helped India achieve World Cup glory.

Suresh Raina – 34 vs. Australia in World Cup 2011 Quarter Final

India was playing against defending champions Australia. Ricky Ponting won an all-important toss in Ahmedabad and opted to bat first. Australia reached 260, which was a good total.

India began on a positive note but lost early wickets of Sachin Tendulkar and Gautam Gambhir, both scoring 53 and 50 respectively. Once the duo was dismissed, Yuvraj Singh took up the responsibility and continued scoring at a brisk pace. MS Dhoni was dismissed and India was reeling at 187 for 5 in the 37th over, still requiring 74 runs from 74 balls.

Suresh Raina joined Yuvraj Singh and the duo wrestled back the momentum from Australia with a bit of wise batting. They were continuously rotating the strike and striking the periodic boundary when required. Raina scored 34 from 28 balls which came with 5 fours and a six. This partnership sealed the game for India and ousted the defending champions from the World Cup.

Kris Srikanth – 38 vs. West Indies in World Cup 1983 Final

India was the underdogs next to an all-conquering West Indies, which was recognized to frighten oppositions. KapilDev won the toss and decided to bat and India began on a poor note giving up their opener Sunil Gavaskar. Mohinder Amarnath and Srikanth resurrected the scenario with a 57-run stand.

Srikanth played some intense square cuts and strong hook shots. He was finally dismissed for a well-made 38 off 57 balls with seven fours and one six. India could make only 183. India’s bowlers bowled in a strict manner, not permitting the West Indies to move away from the hook. Indies finally bowed down to India’s resolution and got all out for 140.

India won the World Cup that year for the first time, making it the historic moment for them.

Rohit Sharma – 30 vs. Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2007 Final

India was playing against Pakistan in the inaugural T20 World Cup final in 2007 and the stakes were quite high. India was struggling at 111 for 4 in 15 overs. A young 20-year old Rohit Sharma played a thrilling cameo, scoring 30 from 16 balls. He ran perfectly between the wickets and hit a crucial six and a boundary in the last over to strengthen India to an affordable 157 for 5 in 20 overs.

Pakistan fought valiantly and fell short of the target by 5 runs. India brought the inaugural T20 World Cup home.

Virat Kohli – 35 versus Sri Lanka in World Cup 2011 Final

India was playing against Sri Lanka in the World Cup final 2011. Kumar Sangakkara won the toss and opted for batting. Sri Lanka began slowly, but made good runs in their innings and reached a match-winning 275.

India had one of the poorest starts in the World cup losing Sehwag for 0 and Tendulkar for 18. India was at 31 for 2, when came a youngster, replacing the “Little Master,” Virat Kohli. He smartly batted along with Gambhir and they were successful in taking singles and doubles while hitting the periodic boundary. Kohli was the supporter and Gambhir was the aggressor.

Virat was out for 35 from 49 balls. When India won the trophy, Dhoni credited the role played by the young Kohli and savoured him for soaking in all the pressure.

*Records have been compiled as on April 20, 2019

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ODI Fantasy World Cup – Teams with Highest Winning Percentage

West Indies won the first two cricket world cup tournament in 1975 and 1979 consisted of 60 overs. They were on verge of making a hattrick in 1983 when India defeated the team at finals consisting 60 overs. For the joy of ODI fantasy world cup fans of India, it became the first Asian nation to win world cup defeating the mighty West Indies.

The next three world cup cricket game saw three new nations Australia in 1987, Pakistan in 1992 and Sri Lanka in 1996 as winners.

Since 1999, started Aussie era in world cup fantasy game and they won CWC for three consecutive times. India became the first team to win CWC in its own soil and ending Australian dominance in 2011. Aussie bounced back in 2015 and won the tournament again.

Fans of fantasy cricket world cup are eagerly waiting for the beginning of this world cup 2019. Around the globe, every fan is hoping that their supporting team will win the tournament time year. In today’s post let us track the teams with the highest winning percentage. Just read on:

West Indies – 58.57%

Windies are the second nation along with India to win World Cup trophy two times in 1975 and 1979. But ever since they lost in the finals of 1983 to India, their performance has weakened. Their condition has reached to the level of playing qualifying round to make it to this year’s WC 2019. Till this time, they have won 41 matches out of 71 WC matches they have played.

Also Read: World Cup Fantasy League 2019 – West Indies Squad

New Zealand – 61.53%

The Kiwis can be regarded as the underachievers of the cricket world cup. They were the strong contender to win world cup 1992 and 2015. But, a few poor performances in the knockout stages, led to their defeats in the crucial matches. Out of the 79 world cup matches, they have won 48. Team New Zealand has played the maximum number of CWC matches, after Australia, playing in all 11 editions.

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India – 62.83%

India debuted in World Cup in 1975 itself and it took them 2 tournaments and eight years to win the tournament under the leadership of Kapil Dev. The Indian team couldn’t repeat the magic again in the next 28 years until 2011. In 2011, Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s men won the World Cup at Mumbai.

In 2003, under Sourav Ganguly, the team reached finals but lost to Aussies in a huge margin. During World Cup 2007, India underperformed terribly. In 11 world cup editions, India has won 46 matches out of 75.

Read More: World Cup Fantasy Cricket 2019 – Indian Squad

South Africa – 65.45%

The Proteas hasn’t qualified even once. Their best finish at the world cup is the semi-final appearance in 1992, 1999, 2007 and 2015. The team lost in all their semi-finals. In the 55 matches they have played, the team has won 35 world cup matches.

Also Read: World Cup Fantasy League 2019 –South African Squad

Australia – 75.30%

The Aussies are without a doubt the best world cup team. Out of 11 editions till now, they have won 5 and reached the finals in 7. They won the world cup first in 1987, then in 1999, 2003 and 2007 and the last in 2015. Let us wait and watch how their world cup 2019 journey shapes up.

The team has played the most matches in world cup history. Out of the 84 world cup matches, they have played, the team has won 62.

Also Read: World Cup Fantasy Cricket 2019 – Australian Squad

*Records have been compiled as on April 23, 2019

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