World Cup 2019: England and New Zealand Combined XI

Middle-order: Joe Root, Kane Williamson, and Ross Taylor

Joe Root

Joe Root has been England's top run-scorer at the ongoing World Cup as he has stood up to all the expectations by performing at the biggest stage for his nation. His ability to read the game and steady the ship in unfavourable conditions make him immensely valuable to this English side!

Joe Root has had a wonderful World Cup so far as he finds in himself in the top bracket of leading run-scorers at 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup. Root has scored 549 runs including 2 tons.

Kane Williamson

The Kiwi skipper has garnered many praises for his grit and passion which has helped New Zealand in reaching the final for the 2nd time in a row. Kane Williamson has often found himself too soon in the middle following the torrid form of the New Zealand openers but Kane has rarely looked out of sorts which is what makes him one of the very best batsmen the world has to offer.

Kane Williamson has scored 548 runs so far and will be looking to add a few more as New Zealand gear up for the finale at Lord's.

Ross Taylor

Ross Taylor has had a remarkable career and his contributions have helped New Zealand in becoming one of the best ODI sides of recent times. His experience has been tremendously valuable to New Zealand's successful run at the tournament as his stable presence in the middle has helped the Blackcaps on one too many occasions.

Taylor has scored 335 so far which includes the impressive knock of 74 he played against India in the semifinal. New Zealand were off to a shaky start and it was Ross Taylor who combined well with Kane Williamson to put some runs on the board.