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They have taken a gamble, hoping to land the knockout blow, when many teams might have preferred the security of an invincible position

Worcestershire batters enjoy productive return to business on first day of season in Oxford

"I took it right down to the bare bones of it and drilled a lot yesterday to try and be able to turn up today and make it as natural as possible," says Brunt

West Indies are also in contention to make the semis, but their fate is out of their hands

With Tim David joining Pollard and Tymal Mills joining Bumrah, they have the end overs covered with bat and ball

That apart, the defending champions look a strong unit packed with experience and batting depth

The upcoming edition will feature ten teams and 70 league matches - including 12 double-headers - spread over 58 days

Two of these players are more risk-averse now than you might think

A renewed focus on discipline and fitness has helped the Bangladesh fast bowler become the best version of himself

Pakistan's bottom six contributed only seven runs as they lost their last four wickets without adding a run

They dismantled Pakistan with pace, persistence, a hint of movement, and more than a hint of pent-up frustration

With spots in the semi-finals on the line, both teams are hoping for improved displays with the bat

With 55 out of the 70 league-stage matches being held in and around Mumbai, ESPNcricinfo chalks out some trends at each of the four venues

Being an integral part of England's bowling attack, she has five wickets this World Cup so far

David Warner and Rashid Khan are no longer in the team, but Sunrisers boast a potent bowling attack. Will that be enough?

They also have an immensely strong bowling attack, but they might be lacking in local batting talent

The big hitter came up through the ranks in unusual fashion and went for a record price in the IPL auction. Will this be the year it all comes up roses for him?

One took four wickets, the other made 79 - but the contest between the two was the highlight of the day

In the 2000s, the fall of Australia's fifth wicket would mean the fun was just beginning. It looks like those days might be back again

Australia have qualified already, with South Africa, India, England and West Indies still in contention