World Cup 2019: Marquee batsman and bowler from the 'Big 5' teams

#2 England

Batsman – Joe Root

England will hope to see more of Joe Root's innovative celebrations at the World Cup

The prolific England run-scoring batsman is the fulcrum of their batting line-up. The right-hander's form will be the key to their success in the competition.

Root's return to form against India in the ODI series earlier this year is good news for England. He is good at keeping the scoreboard ticking and operates at a decent strike-rate.

England's red-ball skipper will be the key to their chances in the white-ball tournament. Moreover, with the home conditions suiting his style of play, Root is expected to come good in the tournament.

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Bowler (all-rounder) – Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes is a genuine match-winner in all formats of the game

Ben Stokes is England's impact player. The all-rounder has the ability to become the 'Player of the Tournament' at the World Cup 2019 if he finds his form at the right time.

Stokes is a middle-order batsman who can take the game away from the opposition in a matter of few overs. Once he is set on the crease, the left-hander becomes unstoppable.

Stokes, the bowler, is nothing less. In case he fails with the bat, he delivers with the ball. He is a partnership breaker and the pace he bowls at is difficult to pick for the batsman. He is known to pick up key wickets at crucial stages of the game. Stokes adds a new dimension altogether to the England unit.