ICC World Cup 2019: 5 bold predictions for the showpiece event 

#4 David Warner and Steve Smith to lead Australia's charge

Steve Smith and David Warner will hold the key for Australia's fortunes

An ugly spate of controversies in early 2018 saw the careers of Australian cricketers Steve Smith and David Warner hit a new low. Found guilty of indulging in the act of ball tampering, the two were ousted from the national team for a year.

The ban had a telling effect of Australia's performances in international cricket. Missing match-winners with the bat and lacking stable leadership across all formats, the Aussies were found wanting with multiple potholes, which resulted in a string of losses.

However, the return of Warner and Smith has suddenly changed Australia's prospects and has thrown a wind of caution to the opponents. Both Warner and Smith have looked in brilliant touch of late and are expected to play a key role in their side's chances in the competition.

Expect Warner and Smith to take this World Cup by storm and prove their mettle yet again.