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CWC 2019 – Pakistan v South Africa: 5 key talking points

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CWC 2019 – Pakistan v South Africa: 5 key talking points. PAK vs SA: 5 key talking points from their World Cup 2019 match.

That’s it. With barely a wimper, South Africa are out of the 2019 World Cup. “Borderline embarrassing today” said Faf du Plessis, who didn’t hold back after another loss.

Not since 2003 have the Proteas exited the group stages of a World Cup. However, things could have been very different in that tournament, with close defeats, boycotts and D/L miscalculations all contributing to a very disappointing exit. Fast forward to now, and you have to scratch your head to remember when a higher-ranked ODI side surrendered so meekly in a campaign.

Let’s be real. South Africa were not one of the favourites to lift the trophy. However, their fans deserve better, subject to poor body language, execution and belief right throughout their campaign to date. The Proteas displayed some of the worst body language you’ll see towards the back end of Pakistan’s innings, making it very clear that this side was not chasing anything Pakistan put up on the board.

Here are five key talking points from the first CWC 2019 match at Lord’s, where Pakistan kept their tournament alive.

1. Haris Sohail plays a gem

It easy to focus on South Africa. However, Haris Sohail deserves huge praise for his magnificent innings. After a fast start, Pakistan lost their way a little in the middle overs, in need of a shot of momentum to push the Proteas back onto the back foot.

Haris, brought into the side for the horribly out-of-form Shoaib Malik, gave Pakistan the middle order impetus they have so desperately lacked in this tournament. His 89 off 59 balls contained some of the most exquisite timing you’ll see anywhere, dominating the Proteas bowlers off front and back foot on both sides of the wicket.

Mickey Arthur was quick to put an end to any untoward negativity. Many journalists these days believe in short-term gain by focusing on negativity rather than long-term credibility by focusing on good insights. Arthur put an end to that just as Haris put an end to South Africa’s World Cup campaign. With Haris in this kind of form, who’s to say Pakistan can’t make a late run towards the Semi Finals?

2. South Africa’s pathetic body language exposed

South Africa’s premier bowler was brought on to bowl an important 35th over. Haris Sohail had just walked to the crease, and Pakistan’s run rate had crept back up to just over five for the first time since the first 15 overs. South Africa set a field for the short ball, and when Kagiso Rabada looked for the double bluff and was driven for four, the reaction from Quinton de Kock and Faf du Plessis behind the stumps told the story. The next ball was hoicked over point off a very predictable short ball.

From that moment in particular, South Africa looked gone. They believed they were finished. It was error after error in the death overs. JP Duminy’s awful misjudgment on the boundary. South Africa’s awful lack of yorkers. Rabada looked a frustrated figure pleading his case with de Kock and du Plessis, after which he stood a forlorn figure on the boundary. de Kock’s concern behind the stumps said it all. It mirrored what they showed in the field against Bangladesh. It has been the case with the bat all tournament. When the situation required belief and fire in the belly, the Proteas showed none of it.

CWC 2019 - Pakistan v South Africa: 5 key talking points. PAK vs SA: 5 key talking points from their World Cup 2019 match.
Pakistan v South Africa: 5 key talking points – Quinton de Kock looked worried.

3. South Africa need a clearout

It’s time for change for South Africa. The cricket they have played in this campaign is not acceptable for a side desperate for World Cup success. Despite their good form in bilateral series before CWC 2019, there always seemed to be something missing.

South Africa’s tactics at the death is mind-boggling. The lack of yorkers at is reflective of muddled minds, lacking the strategic nous and feel for the game that is so crucial in big games. Their obsession with slower and length balls makes them mighty predictable, giving opposition batsmen a free pass to hit the ball wherever they like. South Africa need a coach who can better equip this side to perform on a regular basis. Ottis Gibson’s time has surely run out.

Also, while a new coach is needed, some new players are too. Hashim Amla and David Miller are players under the pump. They have not contributed as experienced players in this World Cup. Aiden Markram continues to underwhelm, and South Africa have to make a call as to whether he opens the batting or watches on from the sidelines. JP Duminy’s inclusion in this tournament backfired badly, reflective of South Africa’s reluctance to blood new players in.

Reeza Hendricks, who was disappointing in the lead up to CWC 2019, might benefit from an extended run in the side when World Cup spots isn’t the focus point. It is time for Janneman Malan to get a shot. So too Kyle Verreynne. Add Sarel Erwee to the list. These guys were the leading run scorers in the most recent edition of the South Africa Momentum One Day Cup. It is time they are given a run in the team.

4. Babar Azam plays a more significant innings

Babar Azam’s highlight reel in CWC 2019 has been a beautiful sight to behold. A magnificent driver of the ball, Babar has looked good in just about every innings he has played, only to get out once set.

Here, while he didn’t go on to score a century, Babar held the innings together nicely. With some key games to come, Pakistan would highly value time at the crease for Babar, who can elevate Pakistan significantly.

5. Pakistan’s bowlers bounce back well

Sure, the batting line up they were up against is bereft of confidence. Especially compared to India, against whom Pakistan struggled last week. However, Pakistan never let South Africa get going, ensuring that their confidence couldn’t increase, winning by a very comfortable 49 runs.

This time, Mohammad Amir had some support. Shadab Khan was terrific, along with Wahab Riaz who always provided wicket-taking threat. While the form of Shaheen Shah Afridi is still concerning, Pakistan can take heart from their best collective bowling effort in CWC 2019 to date. Can they follow it up in their next game against unbeaten New Zealand?

That is the big question.

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CWC 2019 Match 31: Afghanistan v Bangladesh Dream11

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CWC 2019 Match 31: Afghanistan v Bangladesh Preview Dream11 Prediction. AFG vs BAN Dream11 Prediction

India v Pakistan. Australia v England. India v England. South Africa v New Zealand.

These are just a few of the most anticipated matches of the group stage. The matches that could help go a long way to deciding the top four, whilst enjoying the high-profile nature of them.

Now, it’s time we add Afghanistan v Bangladesh to the list. All of a sudden, plenty rests in this match after Sri Lanka’s incredible win over England. Afghanistan will be looking to follow up their magnificent effort v India just 48 hours ago. Bangladesh can go just one point behind hosts England if they win.

However, while Bangladesh have been good in CWC 2019, losing when they are favourites to win has been a familiar story over the years. Indeed, this is not like any old Monday, with plenty at stake in a game that promises to be another episode in the fine rivalry brewing between the two sides.

Key to an Afghanistan win

Spin-friendly Southampton greets Afghanistan again. Conditions suited them beautifully on Saturday against India, with their spinners combining to take 5/119 in 34 overs in a performance that did not allow the Indians to get going. Here, they will be looking to tame Bangladesh’s in-form Tigers through spin, building dot-ball pressure right from the word go to test Bangladesh’s batting resolve. Can Mujeeb ur Rahman – who has conceded just 70 runs in his last 20 overs, get Afghanistan off to a great start particularly against Tamim? Who will get the better of Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah – the men who could have a huge say to the result?

Also, Afghanistan’s batting effort was filled with starts against India. It was a fighting effort right the way through, with Mohammad Nabi taking them so close to victory with magnificent finishing. Jasprit Bumrah, the world’s best bowler, stood in Afghanistan’s way as he helped get India home. Today, they play a Bangladesh side who have struggled with the ball in CWC 2019, so Afghanistan have an opportunity to get runs on the board and create nerves in the Tigers camp. Can the likes of Gulbadin Naib, Rahmat Shah and Hashmatullah Shaidi set the platform? If yes, the likes of Najibullah Zadran and Mohammad Nabi will be all the more dangerous.

Key to a Bangladesh win

Bangladesh average 48 with the ball in CWC 2019. This is the worst of any of the 10 teams. While their batting has been excellent, it is indeed their bowling that has been a let down, as feared before the tournament began. So, with the remaining matches effectively knockout games, can Bangladesh fire with the ball? Conditions in Southampton will suit them too, with Shakib Al Hasan a bowler difficult to get away in slow conditions. So too Mustafizur Rahman, who will look to employ his cutters very effectively.

Also, can Bangladesh continue on their merry way with the bat? They have struck 300+ three times in their six games, with the latest being an impressive performance against Australia that saw them achieve their highest ever ODI score. The key to their success has been batsmen converting starts into centuries, with Shakib scoring two and Mushfiqur Rahim scoring his own against Australia. That makes it five centuries in the last nine World Cup matches for Bangladesh, before which they had never achieved such a milestone in World Cups. Who will score the big one today? Can Bangladesh’s experienced players be the rock in this important game?

Pitch and conditions

Plenty of rain is forecast overnight in Southampton. However, the forecast looks pretty decent throughout the day, with perhaps only the odd shower or two a chance of interrupting play. The pitch conditions could suit spin once again.

Possible Playing 11

Hazratullah Zazai looks out of place in ODIs. Noor Ali Zadran might be preferred as opener. However, Afghanistan could stick with the same team that pushed India all the way, with Zazai against a team struggling for wickets.

Afghanistan: 1. Hazratullah Zazai, 2. Gulbadin Naib (c), 3. Rahmat Shah, 4. Hashmatullah Shahidi, 5. Asghar Afghan, 6. Najibullah Zadran, 7. Mohammad Nabi, 8. Ikram Ali Khil (wk), 9. Rashid Khan, 10. Aftab Alam, 11. Mujeeb ur Rahman

Mehidy Hasan Miraz was struck in the head at training. His availability remains to be seen.

Bangladesh: 1. Tamim Iqbal, 2. Soumya Sarkar, 3. Shakib Al Hasan, 4. Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), 5. Liton Das, 6. Mahmudullah, 7. Sabbir Rahman, 8. Mossadek Hossain/Mehidy Hasan Miraz, 9. Mohammad Shaifuddin/Rubel Hossain, 10. Mashrafe Mortaza (c), 11. Mustafizur Rahman

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Stats and Facts:

  • Afghanistan’s first-ever World Cup match was against Bangladesh. The Tigers won by 105 runs.
  • These two sides have a good rivalry brewing in ODIs. Bangladesh lead 4-3 in seven matches, with Afghanistan winning twice in Bangladesh in 2014 and 2016 and then in the 2018 Asia Cup.
  • Shakib Al Hasan needs 35 to reach 1,000 runs in World Cups.
  • Gulbadin Naib needs 43 to reach 1,000 ODI runs.

Dream11 Prediction

What a difficult game to predict.

Bangladesh, on form, are favourites. Afghanistan, though, have given them problems in the past, and you wouldn’t put it past them to beat Bangladesh here. However, there is a lot at stake for Bangladesh, and they are batting well enough to get over the line.

Bangladesh to win.

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CWC 2019 – New Zealand v West Indies: 5 key talking points

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CWC 2019 – New Zealand v West Indies: 5 key talking points

CWC 2019 – New Zealand v West Indies: 5 key talking points. NZ vs WI: 5 key talking points from their 2019 World Cup match.

It takes something special for an India-Afghanistan thriller to not even be the best game of the day.

New Zealand and West Indies played a World Cup classic. Great games are often defined by memorable moments, ebbs and flows and emotional rollercoasters. Well, this one had it all, with New Zealand winning yet another World Cup match as the Windies’ Semi Final hopes are all but gone.

Here are five talking points from a thriller in Manchester – the kind Manchester United have not been used to in recent years!

1. So close to another “remember the name” moment

Since the moment Ian Bishop yelled “remember the name” in the 2016 World T20 Final, Carlos Brathwaite hasn’t quite followed it up.

His ODI record shows that. Before this incredible knock, he averaged just 14.45 in 31 innings to go with a bowling average in excess of 40. He was left out of West Indies’ team against Bangladesh after an unspectacular beginning to his tournament. However, this was a day where Brathwaite showcased just how talented he is, getting West Indies to the brink of victory when they looked completely gone after an awful middle order collapse.

Criticism towards him for going for the final six is untoward. His hitting actually gave West Indies a chance in the first place. He had every right to try ensure the game didn’t go into the final over. In the end, though, it was heartbreak, holing out to Trent Boult at long on to leave Brathwaite on his haunches after an innings to remember.

2. Kane Williamson is pure class

Ever feel sad? Remember you are alive at the same time as Kane Williamson. He really is one of New Zealand’s best ever.

His slow start to his innings was needed after yet another underwhelming showing from New Zealand’s openers. After getting settled, Williamson treated us all to some of the most delectable back and front foot play you’ll ever see, using skill and depth of the crease en route to an outstanding century. 333 runs had passed between his last two dismissals, and just about every single one of them was a sight to behold.

New Zealand can only win this World Cup if he continues to deliver the goods.

3. New Zealand’s opening problem

The impact Chris Gayle had on the game surely meant the Windies could go on with the job. His hitting was unbelievable. However, they fell just short, with a significant reason being that their middle order couldn’t withstand the pressure when needed. This was opposite to New Zealand’s, who rallied courtesy of Williamson and Ross Taylor to give the Black Caps a chance of a strong total.

They had to. New Zealand’s openers underwhelmed again, with Colin Munro in particular a player that has benefited from a number of unwarranted and unfulfilled chances. Munro might very well fire if given another chance, but this looks to be out of hope rather than expectation from New Zealand’s perspective, with T20 looking like the much preferred format for Munro.

An average of 25 after 56 ODIs tells the story. Henry Nicholls is available. Can he be the one who enables Martin Guptill to fire?

4. Sheldon Cottrell and Trent Boult’s swinging magic

It was a day for batting masterclasses. However, the bowlers had a say too. It really was an outstanding game of cricket.

Sheldon Cottrell got the Windies off to a flyer. New Zealand fans were treated to the trademark salute rather than runs from their openers. The ball was swinging, and Cottrell was threatening. Then, while he conceded runs late, it still was an excellent effort by Cottrell who really has become the leader of the Windies attack.

Then came Trent Boult. His tournament had been relatively quiet, taking four wickets in his opening four matches to take the back seat behind Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry. However, here he took the front seat, taking as many wickets in his previous four matches, while going for just three an over in his 10 overs. When there is swing on offer, Boult is one hell of a threat, and he will be key in New Zealand’s quest for World Cup glory. Add his clutch final catch to win the game, and Boult truly is a fine cricketer.

5. West Indies’ story of missed opportunities

West Indies entered the tournament as a dark horse. Their batting looked mighty powerful on paper. When you couple this with a ‘nothing to lose’ attitude, teams had to beware. It began with the ball against Pakistan. Their batting power was surely to follow.

However, the Windies’ tournament is now all but over. It has been a story of missed opportunities, falling short to both Australia and New Zealand when victory was in their reach. With disappointing performances against Bangladesh and England, West Indies now need to reassess where they are at as a side and what they do next. Indeed, their middle order is hard-hitting and exciting, but if Shai Hope doesn’t score, who will hold the innings together? Can the Windies put in good performances on a consistent basis to improve as an ODI side from now till CWC 2023?

The ingredients are there, but some work is needed.

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CWC 2019 – India v Afghanistan: 5 key talking points

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CWC 2019 – India v Afghanistan: 5 key talking points

CWC 2019 – India v Afghanistan: 5 key talking points. IND vs AFG: 5 key talking points from their CWC 2019 match.

Who said you can’t enjoy a weekend comfortable on the couch? Enjoying what has been an incredible two days in CWC 2019?

Let’s be straight up. Things were not looking promising 48 hours ago. The top four looked close to set with a number of group games still to play. However, what this weekend has thrown up so far has been brilliant, with Afghanistan pushing India all the way in a magnificent performance.

The Indians were far from their best. They will be the first to admit that. But, nothing can be taken away from an Afghanistan side who build on the positives they showed against England.

Below are five key talking points from a low-scoring thriller in Southampton.

1. Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler in the world

“We wanted Bumrah to bowl over 49 to give Shami enough runs to defend in the final over”, said Virat Kohli after the match. That just about sums it up, doesn’t it?

Those who said Jasprit Bumrah is just as important to India’s World Cup chances as Virat Kohli knew what they were on about. India were certainly worried of being on the wrong end of one of the all-time World Cup upsets, before Bumrah delivered two crucial spells that won the game for his side.

The first was in the middle overs, dismissing set batsmen Rahmat Shah and Hashmatullah Shahidi in quick time. Then, the main meal arrived – a dish full of exquisite yorkers executed so beautifully against an on-song Mohammad Nabi, reminding everyone of the adaptability, quality and calmness of Bumrah across formats. Nine of his final 12 balls were perfect yorkers, which was the catalyst of India’s 11-run win despite Mohammed Shami’s fine spell and hat-trick.

2. Virat Kohli set the template

Virat Kohli scored above a run-a-ball. It seemed he batted on a different pitch to everyone else. When you hear his analysis after the game, it’s easy to see why he does so well so often.

Kohli adjusted to the conditions quicker and better than everyone else. He knew right away that horizontal bat shots on a slow pitch were too difficult to execute, focusing on playing straight bat shots to put pressure on the bowlers and pick up runs.

The numbers were damning. Kohli scored 68 off 63 balls (6.60 RPO). The rest of his teammates scored a combined 150 runs off 237 balls (3.81 RPO). Kohli set the syllabus. The others struggled in the exam.

3. The template for India’s opponents is set

Virat Kohli set the template for his own team here. However, the template is well and truly set for opposition teams looking to knock India over in CWC 2019.

Indeed, India remain one of the teams to beat (if not the team to beat) despite a scratchy performance. However, get the better of India’s top order and you give yourself a great chance of winning. Here, Afghanistan never let India get away early, picking up wickets in the middle overs to put pressure on India’s middle order. The response from the Indians was odd to say the least.

MS Dhoni and Kedar Jadhav looked in fear against spin. It was all about just seeing them out. Even if it meant at the expense of actually scoring runs. The death overs began with India scoring just two off each of the first two overs, giving the innings no momentum heading into the final overs. Yes, the pitch wasn’t the easiest, but the lack of strike rotation was a disappointing aspect of Kedar and Dhoni’s partnership that used up 84 balls to score 57 runs. In the end, Dhoni tried to slog one out of the park only to get stumped, creating doubts over whether India’s middle order can truly rise to the occasion if needed in really big games.

4. Afghanistan produce the performance they are capable of

Afghanistan were never expected to make the Semi Finals. However, they were expected to put up much better performances than they have to date.

Ill-discipline, poor concentration and lack of confidence has plagued their campaign. Indeed, their team management has a big part to play in this, with a string of disgraceful decisions that has hurt the team’s progress. However, they were magnificent in this game, going toe-to-toe with India right the way through, denied mainly by Jasprit Bumrah who is the world’s best bowler.

Also read – Rant: Team management hurting Afghanistan badly.

After fighting efforts from Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi and Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi reminded us just how good a cricketer he is. His 2/33 off nine overs preceded an incredible half century that very nearly got Afghanistan over the line, outplaying the Indian middle order with his intent-filled batting.

Indeed, it is a case of so close yet so far for Afghanistan, but there is every reason to be optimistic about their best performance in CWC 2019 to date.

5. Afghanistan’s spinners show their class

Mujeeb ur Rahman dismissed Rohit Sharma with a peach. You then felt Afghanistan’s spinners could play a very key role. That they did, combining beautifully to stifle India so much that not a single 10 over period throughout India’s innings yielded at least 50 runs.

Rashid Khan bounced back beautifully after a day to forget against England. Mujeeb ur Rahman, who went for just 44 in a total of 397 by England a few days earlier, went for just 26 here. Mohammad Nabi just 33 in nine. The accuracy and discipline Afghanistan bowled with as a whole was a sight to behold, yielding just seven extras – a far cry from the 35 they bowled against Sri Lanka earlier in the tournament.

Even part-timer Rahmat Shah came in on the act with 1/22 off five overs. All in all, Afghanistan’s spinners conceded a combined 5/119 off 34 overs, reminding us of just how talented they are and giving their team a chance of pulling off a great upset. Bangladesh are next, and they better watch out for an Afghanistan side finding their feet in CWC 2019.

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CWC 2019 Match 30: Pakistan v South Africa Preview Dream11

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CWC 2019 Match 30: Pakistan v South Africa Preview Dream11. PAK vs SA Preview Dream11 Prediction

Lord’s, the Home of Cricket, hosts its first match in CWC 2019. Lord’s, the Home of Cricket, hosts the two most disappointing sides in the competition to date.

Pakistan and South Africa have been a source of frustration. Two sides capable of breaking into the top four have both underwhelmed, performing poorly in key moments to sit perilously close to the cliff.

Pakistan have been Pakistan. Their horror show vs West Indies was followed up by a masterpiece against England which they then haven’t been able to build on. A huge build up to the India game didn’t materialise into a big outing for Pakistan, beaten so comprehensively that one wonders if they are in the right mental state to make a run towards a miracle Semi Final run. Can Sarfaraz Ahmed’s men respond to the criticism and put in a big performance?

South Africa’s World Cup hurt has continued. This time, though, they have given their fans very little reason to be excited, playing a brand of cricket that has represented a side with a lot on their minds. They flooded Birmingham with a sea of nerves against New Zealand, missing chance after chance to hit the accelerator pedal ever so slightly as the car hangs perilously off the cliff. With Sri Lanka’s amazing win over England, the door is so very slightly open for the Proteas. Can they keep their slim hopes alive?

Key to a Pakistan win

Mohammad Amir and then daylight. Pakistan’s spearhead has been their standout, bowling beautifully whenever asked. The pressure he creates in the powerplay overs has not been replicated at the other end, with the likes of Hasan Ali bowling too short. Here, can Pakistan finally bowl as a unit against a nervous batting lineup, picking up wickets regularly to help starve the Proteas of boundaries? With how much control and discipline will they begin with? Can they get the better of the likes of Quinton de Kock, Faf du Plessis and Rassie van der Dussen?

Also, Pakistan’s middle order has been a source of frustration in CWC 2019. After a solid effort against England, led by Mohammad Hafeez, Pakistan have been crippled by collapses that has seen their CWC 2019 campaign crumble. The pressure is building on the middle order, so can the top order deliver and enable them? Can Babar Azam turn his beautiful drives into more substantial scores? Then, will the middle order take advantage? To win, Pakistan need to deliver in all three stages of the innings.

Key to a South Africa win

The Proteas are bowling well. They have bowled well for most of the campaign to date. However, they have squandered countless chances, costing them dearly en route to one win in five completed games so far. Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi up top will be key against a top three crucial to Pakistan’s chances, working the Pakistanis over on the off-stump. Fakhar Zaman and Babar Azam in particular can be targeted with that tactic, with the in-form Chris Morris to follow. Can Imran Tahir then find his groove in the middle overs? Will Andile Phehlukwayo bounce back after his very tough day against New Zealand?

Also, can South Africa build on their starts? A top seven batsman for the Proteas has been dismissed for a score over 30 on 18 occasions in CWC 2019. Not once has this been turned into a century, with the likes of Quinton de Kock, Faf du Plessis and Aiden Markram not converting starts into more substantial scores. Can the Proteas finally do it this time? What role will Quinton de Kock and Faf du Plessis play? Can Hashim Amla play a little more freely? Then, who in the middle order, apart from Rassie van der Dussen, can take South Africa to the next level?

Pitch and conditions

This is the first game at Lord’s in CWC 2019. Some help for the seamers is a possibility. Good weather is expected for the match.

Possible Playing 11

Pakistan are looking at two possible changes. Mohammad Hasnain could replace Hasan Ali with Haris Sohail to come in for Shoaib Malik.

Pakistan: 1. Imam-ul-Haq, 2. Fakhar Zaman, 3. Babar Azam, 4. Haris Sohail, 5. Mohammad Hafeez, 6. Sarfaraz Ahmed (c & wk), 7. Imad Wasim, 8. Shadab Khan, 9. Wahab Riaz, 10. Mohammad Amir, 11. Mohammad Hasnain

South Africa might look to go in with the same team that lost to New Zealand.

South Africa: 1. Quinton de Kock (wk), 2. Hashim Amla, 3. Faf du Plessis, 4. Aiden Markram, 5. Rassie van der Dussen, 6. David Miller, 7. Chris Morris, 8. Andile Phehlukwayo, 9. Kagiso Rabada, 10. Lungi Ngidi, 11. Imran Tahir

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Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head in World Cups: Matches 4, South Africa 3, Pakistan 1.
  • Pakistan defended 232 at Eden Park in the last WC match between the sides.
  • South Africa beat Pakistan 3-2 at home in a bilateral ODI series earlier this year.

Match Prediction

A match between two sides who have disappointed so far is a tough pick.

However, South Africa have shown a little more in recent matches to suggest they will win. Of course, Pakistan can be red hot on their day, but the Proteas might just have enough in them to get the win.

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CWC 2019 – England v Sri Lanka: 5 key talking points

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CWC 2019 – England v Sri Lanka: 5 key talking points

England v Sri Lanka: 5 key talking points. ENG vs SL: 5 key talking points from their 2019 World Cup match.

Instead of boasting further about handing England the World Cup now, Kevin Pietersen found himself engaged in a battle he didn’t expect. Like England.

‘KP’ and from New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris went at it in some great banter on Twitter. Sri Lanka well and truly made this World Cup interesting. A remarkable 20-run win was a victory very few could have expected, apart from the most passionate Sri Lankan fans who held hope that they could stay in the Semi Finals race. It was great to see.

Sri Lanka were outstanding with the ball. They kept the pressure on, testing England’s bottle in a run chase that didn’t seem too difficult in the innings break. All of a sudden, England’s progression to the Semi Finals is far from assured, with Sri Lanka putting themselves right in the conversation.

Here are five key talking points from the upset of the tournament so far.

1. Lasith Malinga turns back the clock

Lasith Malinga, for the second time in the tournament, headed back home as a result of his mother-in-law’s sad passing. He made himself available again, putting on a display that reminded us just how good he has been over the years, as well as the character he possesses.

And wasn’t this a display of character. Before the Afghanistan game, he had strong words for his teammates. He wanted accountability. Responsibility. The ability to learn from mistakes. Here, he took things in his own hands, delivering arguably the best spell of CWC 2019 so far to consign England to a defeat no one could have seen coming. It started with Jonny Bairstow out first ball, and he kept mesmerizing the England batsmen with magnificent variations en route to 4/43 – a spell that will be remembered for many a time to come.

2. Angelo Mathews: selfish or saviour?

It had been a really difficult tournament for Angelo Mathews heading into this game. Scores of 0,0 and 9 created further doubts of his ability to provide impact for Sri Lanka.

Here, he still couldn’t escape the criticism. His 85* off 115 balls came in for scrutiny on social media and pundits, given that his strike rate was not high enough to propel Sri Lanka to a higher total. “Selfish” was the term used.

However, if it wasn’t for Mathews, Sri Lanka would have been bundled out for a much lower score. Yes, he could have upped the ante a little more towards the back end of the innings, but Sri Lanka were in such trouble that Mathews’ performance should be highlighted as one that gave Sri Lanka a chance. Jeevan Mendis’ soft chip back to Adil Rashid to leave them reeling at 133/5 could have spelt the end for the Lions. However, Mathews held on to give them something to bowl at.

It didn’t seem like much of a total, but it proved enough in the end.

Also read: India vs Afghanistan CWC 2019 Preview Dream11 Prediction

3. Adjustment to the situation a problem for England

For all the good performances England have enjoyed over the past four years, there has been the accident waiting to happen. It happened in the West Indies earlier this year. They were upset by Pakistan earlier in the tournament, preceding a loss here that not many could have predicted at the innings break.

Sri Lanka were a team possessed. They gave it their all, bowling with such an intensity that England had to dig really deep to get out of this. Indeed, this is exactly the kind of intensity and pressure you can expect in a knockout game. But, England fell badly, unable to curb their natural instincts in a time of need to pick up what could prove to be a crucial result in the race for the top four.

Joe Root and Ben Stokes were strong, but more was needed from the top and middle order batsmen in a pressure situation. This could very well be the wake up call England need, because if the same mistakes occur in a knockout game, it’s lights out.

4. Mark Wood is bowling beautifully

England’s bowling was a concern heading into this World Cup. Could they win a big tournament with a bowling attack that concedes big scores on a regular basis?

However, England’s bowling has been pretty solid for the most part in CWC 2019. Sure, big tests await against England, Australia and New Zealand, but Jofra Archer and Mark Wood have been excellent. There was plenty of hype around Archer, who sits equal top of the wicket-takers list, but Wood has been very good in comparison to his career record to date.

Wood entered the tournament with a bowling average in excess of 40 in as many games. His CWC 2019 campaign to date has been a significant improvement, cranking up the pace en route to 12 wickets in five matches at just 16.71. If Wood continues to fire, he will give England the extra quality they need in the big games.

5. England’s passage to the Semi Finals not clear

England have been widely tipped to go all the way. After all, they have been the most consistent ODI side over the past four years, sitting atop the rankings. It is unfathomable to think they could miss out on the Semi Finals. It would certainly be one of the biggest talking points in World Cup history.

Of course, England qualifying for the Semi Finals is still very much possible. In fact, they should still be favoured to do so given their quality. However they will have to do things the hard way from here on in. Australia, India and New Zealand remain for Eoin Morgan’s men in the group stages, and they may need to win at least two of those to be assured a spot in the Semi Finals.

Their two main challengers are Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Bangladesh play Afghanistan, Pakistan and India in their final three games, where they can really fancy their chances in at least two of those matches. Sri Lanka play India, West Indies and South Africa in three games where they can also consider themselves a good chance in two of them.

If England lose to Australia next up and both Bangladesh (vs Afghanistan) and Sri Lanka (vs South Africa) win, Sri Lanka will be level with England with Bangladesh just one point behind. There is now little room for error thanks to this result, and it promises to make for intriguing viewing.

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CWC 2019 Match 29: New Zealand v West Indies Dream11

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CWC 2019 Match 29: New Zealand v West Indies Preview Dream11. NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction

Bristol seems a distant, long-lived memory…

West Indies’ ominous win over New Zealand in their final Warm-up gave everyone a taste of what they were capable of. Their total of 421 sent a warning shot, and made it almost impossible to ignore them in the top four conversation. However, they have been disappointing in CWC 2019, with the latest a seven-wicket thrashing by Bangladesh. With Sri Lanka opening the door up with a brilliant victory over England, can Windies win here to keep their tournament alive?

New Zealand, on the other hand, have been pretty smooth sailing. Four wins in each of their four completed games has them sitting pretty in the top four, with hopes rising that this just could be their time. They took advantage of a nervous South Africa last time out, courtesy of Kane Williamson and Colin de Grandhomme in particular who both showed nerves of steel. How will they go today against a Windies’ side that will play with nothing to lose?

Key to a New Zealand win

New Zealand have four wins in as many games, but it hasn’t always been perfect with the bat. Regular wickets against Bangladesh and South Africa is an area for improvement, with opposition teams looking at their performances and thinking they could really build pressure through dot balls. Martin Guptill is a crucial player in getting the Black Caps off to a fast start, with Kane Williamson and Ross Taylor building on it. These three will be key today in setting the innings up for Jimmy Neesham and in-form Colin de Grandhomme to finish strongly.

Also, can New Zealand’s bowlers tame with Windies’ lineup? The Windies’ middle order looked dangerous against Bangladesh, so can New Zealand ramp up the pressure on them with early wickets? Trent Boult is working up to his best form, but Lockie Ferguson has been a source of great satisfaction for New Zealand so far, sitting fourth in the leading wicket-takers list. Can New Zealand put together another disciplined bowling display?

Key to a West Indies win

It was a performance to forget against Bangladesh. The Windies’ got their team balance horribly wrong, resorting to one-dimensional tactics to try and defend their total of 321. Here, how will they take wickets on what is expected to be a good batting track? For starters, their fielding needs to go up a level to build dot-ball pressure on New Zealand. Second, the use of the short-ball needs to be a surprise tactic instead of a predictable one. On the longer square boundaries of Southampton, surprise short balls can work nicely, with Ashley Nurse keeping things as tight as possible from one end.

Also, can the Windies produce a batting performance many expected of them in CWC 2019? They reached 321 vs Bangladesh, but it was far from the brute display (apart from a period of 15 overs) that ought to be the Windies’ strength. Shai Hope has been strong, but his strike rotation needs to improve to keep the scoreboard moving. Chris Gayle and Evin Lewis can push New Zealand onto the back-foot early, paving the way for Shimron Hetmyer and Jason Holder, who hit a combined 83 off 41 balls against Bangladesh, to launch again.

Pitch and conditions

The weather in Old Trafford is expected to be pleasant. Also, the pitch has been pretty good for batting in recent times, with scores of 336 and 397 so far in CWC 2019.

Possible Playing 11

Colin Munro continues to underwhelm for New Zealand at the top of the order. Time for Henry Nicholls? Also, Tom Latham is in need of runs.

New Zealand: 1. Martin Guptill, 2. Colin Munro, 3. Kane Williamson (c), 4. Ross Taylor, 5. Tom Latham (wk), 6. James Neesham, 7. Colin de Grandhomme, 8. Mitchell Santner, 9. Matt Henry, 10. Lockie Ferguson, 11. Trent Boult

Ashley Nurse could slot in at number eight after Andre Russell was deemed unlikely to play by skipper Jason Holder.

West Indies: 1. Chris Gayle, 2. Evin Lewis, 3. Shai Hope (wk), 4. Darren Bravo, 5. Nicholas Pooran, 6. Shimron Hetmyer, 7. Jason Holder (c), 8. Ashley Nurse, 9. Shannon Gabriel/Kemar Roach, 10. Sheldon Cottrell, 11. Oshane Thomas

Dream11 Prediction

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Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head in World Cups: Matches 7, New Zealand 4, West Indies 3.
  • Martin Guptill hit an incredible 237* against West Indies in the 2015 World Cup Quarter Final.
  • Trent Boult has 17 wickets in seven matches vs West Indies, averaging 15.58.

Dream11 Prediction

West Indies have nothing to lose, which makes this a very interesting game.

They will sure to come out hard, giving all they have to heap pressure on the Black Caps. However, New Zealand are playing well enough to overcome the Windies challenge.

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CWC 2019 Match 28 – India v Afghanistan Preview Dream11

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CWC 2019 Match 28 – India v Afghanistan Preview Dream11. IND vs AFG Dream11 Prediction

Sri Lanka have weaved a little World Cup magic. Their shock win against England can give any side in this tournament hope that anything is possible.

Sure, Afghanistan beating one of the favourites would be mighty extraordinary. Gulbadin Naib’s men have not performed as well as many following them over the years might have hoped, with performances reeking of management-inflicted unrest and team politics.

Their tough day against England is followed by one of the favourites India, who have been impressive so far in this tournament. Virat Kohli’s men remain one of the two unbeaten teams in CWC 2019, sweeping aside Pakistan in a game that did not live up to its billing. With some huge games coming up, India will want to keep the momentum going on nicely.

Key to an India win

The loss of Shikhar Dhawan is a blow to India. He has a superb record in ICC tournaments, thriving on the huge occasion, which could have held India in very good stead in the latter stages of the campaign. However, their top three of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Virat Kohli remains a very ominous one. Sharma, in particular, has had an outstanding campaign to date, knocking off two centuries in India’s three games, providing the platform his team is so dangerous off. Afghanistan went the distance against England, so India will want a strong platform in which the middle order can then pounce on.

Also, can India’s bowlers continue their fine form? The loss of Bhuvneshwar Kumar against Pakistan did not deter them, with Vijay Shankar highlighting their bowling depth. Mohammed Shami is set to get his chance today, and if he’s raring to make a statement, Afghanistan’s batsmen could be in a world of discomfort. With Jasprit Bumah threatening to take the big wickets, along with the in-form wristspinners, India will be after a strong start which they can build on against an Afghanistan middle order that has shown some steel in CWC 2019.

Key to an Afghanistan win

Afghanistan’s fielding has been so poor in CWC 2019 that they would be well behind the eight-ball in a club competition. Here, they have to fight for every run, bowling with intent and accuracy against India’s top order and backing it up in the field. The big question is whether Afghanistan can bowl with belief and create chances early, and indeed whether they can take them. A good start gets them into the game, which can then give Rashid Khan, who had a very tough day against England, a platform to bowl off.

Also, can Afghanistan’s batting hold up against India’s strong attack? Afghanistan found solace in the England drubbing by fighting to bat out their 50 overs, which can give them some confidence ahead of this clash. Gulbadin Naib is a key player with bat and ball, but Afghanistan need plenty from the likes of Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi and Najibullah Zadran. Can Afghanistan limit the damage in the early overs and then build on it well in the middle overs?

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CWC 2019 Match 28 – India v Afghanistan Preview Dream11 – Hashmatullah Shahidi displayed courage.

Pitch and conditions

Conditions are expected to be beautiful for the day. The pitch has also been pretty good for batting in recent times, with Pakistan and England scoring 734 runs combined in a recent ODI.

Possible Playing 11

Rishabh Pant has joined the India squad as Shikhar Dhawan’s replacement. He could play here, but only if Vijay Shankar is deemed unfit after getting hit on the toe by a Jasprit Bumrah yorker in training. Also, Mohammed Shami is expected to come in for Bhuvneshwar Kumar who has a hamstring niggle.

India: 1. KL Rahul, 2. Rohit Sharma, 3. Virat Kohli (c), 4. Vijay Shankar, 5. MS Dhoni (wk), 6. Kedar Jadhav, 7. Hardik Pandya, 8. Kuldeep Yadav, 9. Yuzvendra Chahal, 10. Mohammed Shami, 11. Jasprit Bumrah

Afghanistan have made plenty of questionable decisions in recent times. Who knows what they’ll do here. Aftab Alam was dropped in the previous game, despite being Afghanistan’s best seamer (average of 21) since 2018.

Afghanistan: 1. Noor Ali Zadran, 2. Gulbadin Naib (c), 3. Rahmat Shah, 4. Hashmatullah Shahidi, 5. Asghar Afghan, 6. Mohammad Nabi, 7. Rashid Khan, 8. Ikram Ali Khil (wk), 9. Aftab Alam, 10. Dawlat Zadran, 11. Mujeeb Ur Rahman

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Stats and Facts

  • This will be the first World Cup meeting between the teams.
  • The last ODI played between India and Afghanistan was a thrilling tie in the 2018 Asia Cup.
  • India are one away from 50 World Cup wins.

Match Prediction

Sri Lanka’s incredible upset against England shows that no side should be underestimated.

However, India should be too good here. India to win.

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CWC 2019 – Australia v Bangladesh: 5 key talking points

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CWC 2019 – Australia v Bangladesh: 5 key talking points. AUS vs BAN: 5 key talking points from their 2019 World Cup clash.

With Pakistan, South Africa and West Indies all underwhelming significantly, it was left to Bangladesh to try and weave some World Cup magic. Despite a fine batting effort, it wasn’t to be.

The ICC now faces another 17 group games with the top four all but set. They tweeted away with optimism during the World Cup Qualifying tournament last year after their detrimental 10-team decision, which has sides like Netherlands, Zimbabwe, Ireland and Scotland all keeping an eye from the outer.

It hasn’t turned out to be the close top four race that was hoped for.

In Trent Bridge, Australia prevailed. However, as has been the case all tournament, it was far from perfect, with key players stepping up to catapult Australia back into top spot in the standings. For Bangladesh, it was a case of what could have been, displaying poor execution in key stages of a crucial match. There was plenty to be encouraged about, which can give them hope of producing an excellent finish to their group campaign.

Below are five key talking points from a high-scoring match.

1. Australia get things right with the bat

Four 300+ scores in a row suggests that Australia have had a pretty smooth time with the bat. However, it hasn’t always been the case.

David Warner is still coming in for some scrutiny despite a damaging 166, with ABC News in Australia claiming he is “struggling”. While Warner can go up another gear in the early and middle overs, he is certainly far from struggling, as he is giving Australia fine platforms to play off. He, Aaron Finch and Usman Khawaja took Australia to 250/1 in 40 overs, and it remained to be seen how they would finish the innings this time after 6/51 vs Pakistan and just 32 off the final five overs against Sri Lanka.

Here, they got it right. The bowling was disappointing from a Bangladesh perspective and Australia cashed in, smashing 132 in the final 10 overs to bat the Tigers out of the game. It could have been 400 given the way Glenn Maxwell was going, run out in his 10th ball for a score of 32 that could have been a whole lot more.

This was an encouraging performance from Australia, where they rely so heavily on the likes of Maxwell to propel Australia further after solid platforms.

2. Bangladesh’s achilles heel

Bangladesh’s biggest worry heading into this World Cup was their bowling. They have often lacked penetration outside of Asia, with the seamers unable to pick up wickets regularly. It was always going to be the difference between qualifying for the Semi Finals or missing out.

Here, they were both unable to pick up wickets and stem the flow of runs, putting together a fielding display that was of sharp contrast to their fine effort against West Indies. Worse, their death bowling was a major let down, landing a number of deliveries right in the slot to give the crowd catching practice.

Bangladesh have conceded 380+ twice in five games. There are another two instances of 300+. With the batting strong – but not quite powerful enough to hit 350, Bangladesh really needed more from their bowlers. 215 came in the final 20 overs, which proved to be mighty costly.

3. Like London buses…

As the saying goes, a London bus doesn’t come around for ages, but when it does, two others come with it at the same time.

Similar applies to Bangladesh batsmen in World Cups, but to a bit of greater extent. Before their landmark win against England in the 2015 edition, no Bangladesh batsman had hit a century in World Cups. There have now been five centuries in the last eight World Cup matches for the Tigers, displaying greater maturity and appetite for the longer innings.

Mahmudullah became the first that day, then following it up with another next game against New Zealand. Shakib Al Hasan did the same with his own consecutive centuries in this edition, which preceded Mushfiqur Rahim’s beautiful knock in this game. If Bangladesh’s batting fires the way it has been, they can most certainly beat Afghanistan, rendering the game against India most crucial if they are to keep their slim Semi Final hopes alive.

4. The big difference

Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins have taken 26 wickets combined. They have come at 22 apiece, with an economy rate of a little over five.

Compare that with the rest of Australia’s bowlers in CWC 2019. Only 22 wickets have been taken at an average upward of 48, with an economy rate touching 6.50. They look a little toothless at times. If Australia are to go far in this campaign, they need greater output from the rest of the attack. Is a change of personnel required or can the likes of Nathan Coulter-Nile and Adam Zampa step up to the plate?

5. Adam Zampa or Nathan Lyon?

Adam Zampa’s form pre-CWC 2019 was very promising. Fans could believe that the confidence he built could serve Australia very well in the tournament, thanks to his variations and wicket-taking ability.

However, this tournament has been difficult for Zampa. Too many loose balls has Aaron Finch hesitant to use him at times, on show against India where Glenn Maxwell bowled more overs. Here, Zampa was brought back, and while he had some good moments, it remains to be seen whether Australia look to bring Nathan Lyon in to try stem the flow of runs a little more in the middle overs.

This is a big test of Australia’s mindset. Do they persist with Zampa knowing that he can get you wickets? Or is Lyon, who can go at under a run-a-ball with less wicket-taking potential the option they’re after?

With the Semi Finals just about locked up, Australia can look to give a few different combinations a try if they so wish in any of their remaining three group games.

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Netherlands vs Zimbabwe 2nd ODI Preview Dream11

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Netherlands vs Zimbabwe 2nd ODI Preview Dream11. NED vs ZIM 2nd ODI Preview Dream11 Prediction

The 2019 Cricket World Cup is taking much of the attention, but Netherlands made a big statement with a convincing win over Zimbabwe in the first ODI on Wednesday.

Early wickets were followed by regular ones, never letting their more established opponents get going. It was the Netherlands’ first win against a Test nation in an ODI since beating Bangladesh in 2010, and they have a great opportunity to pick up their first ever series win against a side in the Test rankings at the time.

Key to a Netherlands win

Five bowlers were used on Wednesday, with each contributing to the cause. Fred Klaasen led the attack well, and will be required to do so again against a Zimbabwe side looking to make amends. He can set a platform for the likes of Paul van Meekeren and skipper Pieter Seelaar to build pressure in the middle overs as they did in the first game, taking a combined 4/62 off 19 overs. The challenge will be to repeat such an effort two days later, overcoming Zimbabwe’s experienced players to restrict them again.

Also, Max O’Dowd enjoyed a fine ODI debut. His smooth, unbeaten half century provided a big wake up call to Zimbabwe that their bowlers can’t always cover for their batting failures, partnering well with Tobias Visee, Ben Cooper and Wesley Barressi to keep the partnerships coming. Can the Netherlands start well in the powerplay again, building on things nicely in the middle overs?

Key to a Zimbabwe win

It was a bad day for Zimbabwe. Apart from Brendan Taylor, no other specialist batsmen made a mark, with Donald Tiripano and Kyle Jarvis lifting Zimbabwe above 200 from the depths of 159/7. Craig Ervine, Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza all made double figures before getting out, under pressure from failures from the openers. Zimbabwe need to outplay the Netherlands in the powerplay this time around, setting a platform for the middle order to play off.

Also, there is plenty of room for improvement with the ball, with debutant Ainsley Ndlovu showing up his more experienced teammates. Kyle Jarvis and Tendai Chatara, both very good against UAE in April, were expensive on Wednesday, combining for 0/77 off 11.5 overs. With Zimbabwe’s follow up bowlers capable of building some pressure, the onus is on these two to bowl with greater control against the Netherlands’ top order.

Pitch and conditions

There was a green tinge to the pitch in the first ODI, but it played pretty well by all reports. The forecast is set for a pretty clear day.

Also read: England vs Sri Lanka World Cup Preview Dream11 Prediction

Possible Playing 11

Netherlands: 1. Tobias Visee, 2. Max O’Dowd, 3. Ben Cooper, 4. Bas de Leede, 5. Wesley Barresi, 6. Roelof van der Merwe, 7. Scott Edwards (wk), 8. Pietar Seelaar (c), 9. Fref Klaasen, 10. Vivian Kingma, 11. Paul van Meekeren

Zimbabwe: 1. Hamilton Masakadza (c), 2. Solomon Mire, 3. Craig Ervine, 4. Brendan Taylor (wk), 5. Sean Williams, 6. Sikandar Raza, 7. PJ Moor, 8. Donald Tiripano, 9. Kyle Jarvis, 10. Tendai Chatara/Chris Mpofu, 11. Ainsley Ndlovu

Dream11 Prediction

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Stats and Facts

  • The head-to-head record between the sides now reads 1-1.
  • Netherlands have the chance to win a bilateral ODI campaign (of more than two matches) against a Test team for the first time.

Match Prediction

A tough day for Zimbabwe last time out, which will test their ability to bounce back today.

I think they will, courtesy of their experienced players. Zimbabwe to win.

Also read: England vs Sri Lanka World Cup Preview Dream11 Prediction

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