CWC 2019: Ranking the best finisher of each team

#6 James Neesham (New Zealand)

James Neesham

The Kiwi all-rounder James Neesham has a key role to offer to his side both with bat and ball. Being a lower-order batsman, his team relies a lot on his finishing abilities, especially in ODI cricket. His recent performances in the past have allowed the Black Caps to invest faith in his abilities by giving him a long run in the shorter versions of the game.

Going into the World Cup, his team would want the all-rounder to get into the groove and make the maximum use of his potential with the bat for the much-needed lower-order flourish down the order.

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#5 Asif Ali (Pakistan)

Asif Ali

A product of Pakistan’s domestic T20 tournament, Asif Ali has been fast-tracked into Pakistan’s limited overs set up as a reliable No.6 in the batting line up. A pinch-hitter who can strike the ball hard, Ali is the man to produce killer blows for Pakistan lower down the order.

Asif, who was originally not included in the World Cup squad of 15, was eventually drafted into the side after seeing what he brings to the table for the team. Sarfaraz and the team would hope that the flat surfaces in the tournament will act as a perfect foil for the 27-year old to inflict the damage in the end.