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Steve Smith (Australia) :
The 34-year-old was included in the World Cup squad despite still recovering from a wrist injury sustained during the Ashes.

After scoring 41 and falling for a golden duck on his return to action in the first two ODIs against India, he hit 74 in the third as Australia snapped a five-match losing run.

With opener Travis Head’s injury adding to Australia’s long list of concerns before the tournament, a return to form for Smith would be key to their hopes of challenging for a sixth title.