World Cup 2019: Best XI from the group stage

We're just 3 matches away from discovering as to which nation becomes the cricket champion of the world! There is simply too much at stake with the tournament now entering the knockout phase. ICC's quadrennial competition is one of the most watched sporting events all around the globe and 2019 has been no different as the fans worldwide have been treated with the spectacle that is World Cup.

The World Cup has continued its tradition of yielding mind-boggling moments as cricket enthusiasts have been enthralled to their core while witnessing the action unfold in England. With all that being said, the group stage is done and we have our final four which will be bidding to lift the magnificent trophy come 14th July at Lord's.

With the group stage done and dusted, here we list down the best starting XI from just concluded round:

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Openers

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma has been the standout performer of ICC World Cup 2019. The Hitman from India has already broken the record of most centuries at a single World Cup by smashing 5 big ones and looks in no mood to stop. India have been a rampant force at this edition and a lot of this has been due to India's form

Luck, dedication or utmost masterclass, call it whatever you like but Rohit Sharma has been a hard nut to crack at 2019 World Cup and even the fiercest of bowling attacks have found it extremely hard to contain the Indian stalwart.

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David Warner

David Warner

What a return it has been for David Warner to the international scene! He has been in sublime form throughout the league phase as he has helped Australia in qualifying for the semifinals of ICC World Cup 2019. With 638 runs to his name, David Warner has smashed records on his way to guiding Australia to the last 4 of the World Cup.

His amazing portrayal of batting has landed him in the same bracket as the great Matthew Hayden who is often remembered for his heroics at the 2007 ICC World Cup. David Warner has been at his dynamic best in England and cricket enthusiasts have been delighted to watch David Warner return to the Australian setup.

Middle Order

Shakib Al Hasan

Shakib Al Hasan

The ongoing World Cup will be remembered for a lot of things and Shakib Al Hasan's brilliance is one of them. The marvellous Bangladeshi all-rounder has been in scintillating form throughout the group stage with both bat and ball.

Often known as an effective spinner who can bat as well, Shakib defied all odds by smashing 606 runs in the group stage and led the charts for the most part of the campaign.

Shakib Al Hasan's journey at 2019 ICC World Cup has ended as Bangladesh bowed out of the tournament following successive defeats to India and Pakistan respectively.

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Joe Root

Joe Root

The composed Englishman has looked like a steady rock in the middle whose mission is to lead England to World Cup glory. Eoin Morgan is fortunate to have Joe Root at number 3 simply because the Yorkshireman provides a great degree of balance to the swashbuckling English unit.

Joe Root has played some extraordinary innings throughout the group stage and England will rely upon his ever-reliable playing style in the knockout phase of the tournament. Joe Root has scored 500 runs so far including two 100s.

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Kane Williamson

Kane Williamson

Kane Williamson has been one of the star performers for New Zealand in the ongoing edition of ICC World Cup in England. The Kiwis have successfully qualified for the semifinals and Kane Williamson has had a lot of influence on that.

His ability to anchor the innings is what makes him one of the best batsmen in the world. New Zealand have often found themselves in tricky situations but thanks to Kane Williamson's consistency, they have successfully qualified for the knockout phase. Williamson's leadership skills have helped the Blackcaps in reaching the last 4.

Kane Williamson has scored 481 runs so far including 2 astounding tons!

All-rounder and Wicket-keeper

Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes

Shakib Al Hasan hasn't been the only all-rounder to thrive at World Cup 2019 as there is a certain Ben Stokes who too has been magnificent in the group stage. Stokes has often been labelled as one of the most impactful cricketers of recent times and the dynamic all-rounder has stood up to his reputation by performing at the highest level.

Ben Stokes has scored 381 runs so far and along with that has taken 7 wickets to help England reach the last 4 of the tournament. His ability to bat under pressure is what makes him such a valuable asset to the English side.

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Alex Carey

Alex Carey

Alex Carey has proved to be the trump card for Australia in the ongoing World Cup as he has impressed ardent followers of Australian cricket with his contributions to the Australian side. Having scored 329 runs so far, Alex Carey has performed with the bat at the big stage!

Alex Carey has been impressive in the group stage with his all-around contributions. His presence behind the stumps has helped the Aussies remarkably and with his recent knock against South Africa, Alex Carey will enter the semifinals full of confidence!

Bowlers

Mitchell Starc

Mitchell Starc

Mitchell Starc has performed at the utmost level in England as the fearsome pacer has troubled batsmen all through the group round with his majestic bowling. Starc has 26 wickets to his name and with Australia set to feature in the semifinals, expect the number of increase significantly. Fans have been all praises for Starc's brilliance with the ball.

His lethal yorker to dismiss Ben Stokes in Australia's group stage clash against England left the cricketing world in awe!

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Jofra Archer

Jofra Archer

England’s bowling attack looks on a different level with Jofra Archer at their disposal. Jofra Archer has been utterly phenomenal for England at ICC Cricket World Cup. His devastating pace has proved to be the difference as England now find themselves in the semifinals of a Cricket World Cup for the first time since 1992.

Jofra Archer has claimed 17 wickets so far and if England are to go all the way then they will need their fiery pacer to be at his phenomenal best in the knockout phase of the tournament.

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Lockie Ferguson

Lockie Ferguson

Lockie Ferguson has been utterly brilliant at ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 and the ardent followers of World Cup have been left in awe after witnessing the strike bowler's prowess. He has been New Zealand's best bowler so far and the Blackcaps dearly missed him against England in their last group stage encounter.

The fast bowling sensation has taken 17 wickets so far and with his return to the side, New Zealand will feel a lot more confident against India in the semifinal.

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Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah

Undoubtedly one of the star performers of the tournament so far, Jasprit Bumrah has been key to India’s phenomenal run in the group stage. Even the most accomplished batsmen have looked to wave off Bumrah’s attack simply because the Indian pacer has been that good.

Jasprit Bumrah’s ability to bowl efficiently at the death is what sets him apart from other bowlers and with 17 wickets to his name, the 25-year-old has delivered on the big stage.