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The ICC World Cup concluded 14th July and it will go down as one of the greatest after an incredible final match. After 45 days of cricket, England and New Zealand played one of the best cricket matches of all time, and it was impossible to separate the two teams.
The two teams were tied on 241 after the completion of 15 overs, and were again tied after the Super Over. However, it was England who was given the title because of the number of boundaries they hit.
Many world-class players excelled in the showpiece event and were able to stamp their authority on it. Rohit Sharma finished as the top run scorer and Mitchell Starc ended the tournament as the highest wicket taker. Kane Williamson was named as Player of the Tournament.
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While the usual suspects performed as expected, there were some who came into the tournament with low expectations but performed remarkably well. Some could now be targeted by IPL teams in the upcoming auction. Though it's still some time away, IPL teams are always on the lookout for good talent. Here's a look at five such players.
#5 Mohammad Saifuddin
Mohammad Saifuddin could be a left-field pick for IPL franchises considering his lack of experience at the highest level. The 22-year-old hasn't played many matches for Bangladesh, but has shown talent in the few games that he has played. He picked up 13 wickets in 7 games at a strike rate of 26.7.
He is also a capable lower-order batsman and scored a half-century against India, which gave Bangladesh a chance off pulling off a stunning win. He also had a fruitful campaign in the Bangladesh Premier League, where he picked up 20 wickets in just 13 games at a strike rate of 13.7. He can bowl at any stage of the game and he can be bought as a reserve speedster.
Teams that could target him: Kolkata Knight Riders, Kings XI Punjab, Royal Challengers Bangalore
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#4 Mark Wood
Mark Wood was expected to perform the role of a third pacer for England in the tournament, but ended up delivering a performance that was as good as a first-choice player. Even though he didn't get to bowl with the new ball in the power play and so use conditions, he managed to pick wickets for England at the death and in the middle overs.
He picked up 18 wickets at a strike rate of 29.8, and he managed to clock 150 kph -- including the fastest delivery of the tournament at 154 kph. He was a part of CSK's set-up in 2018, but could only play one game.
The World Cup winner can bowl at any stage of the game, and with his pace, bounce and variations, he can be a handful.
Teams that could target him: Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders
#3 James Neesham
James Neesham ended the World Cup as New Zealand's unsung hero, who quietly delivered effective performances in every game. While all the talk was about Kane Williamson, Lockie Ferguson and Trent Boult, Neesham was just as good as them. He delivered a couple of important knocks with the bat, and was a game-changer with the ball.
He picked up 15 wickets at a strike rate of 21.6. He also scored 232 runs, evidence of his all-round prowess. He is tailor-made for T20 cricket with his dangerous batting, wicket-taking bowling and amazing fielding. He can bat at No 5 or No 6 and can easily deliver three or four overs. Teams would start a bidding war for players like him, and he will not be short of suitors.
Teams that could target him: Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kings XI Punjab
#2 Alex Carey
Alex Carey was simply outstanding for Australia and was the crisis man for the team. The Kangaroos often found themselves in precarious situations and Carey played a key role in dragging them out. He has an ice-cool head and is a good student of the game. He can bat anywhere in the lineup and is a useful wicket-keeper.
He scored 375 runs at an average of 62.5 and had a strike rate in excess of 100 at the World Cup. He has been prolific for the Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League over the last two seasons and helped them to their maiden trophy in 2018. He also functions as a vice-captain for Australia, and has leadership qualities.
Teams that could target him: Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bangalore
#1 Rassie van der Dussen
Rassie van der Dussen emerged as one of the breakout stars of the 2019 World Cup. He was one of the few positives that South Africa were able to take back from a disappointing campaign. He stood tall for his country in tough situations, and showed the ability to adapt to the situation. He has the game to grind out the runs in tough situations and he can also be a dangerous batsman at the end of the innings.
He scored 311 runs at an average of 62.2 and had a strike rate of 90.4. He has proven himself in T20 leagues around the world, and has an excellent record in the shortest format of the game. He is a versatile player and can bat anywhere in the top five.
Teams that might target him: Delhi Capitals, Kings XI Punjab, Chennai Super Kings
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