ICC World Cup 2019: 4 Players who could be playing their first World Cup

#3 Babar Azam (Pakistan)

Babar Azam has been a dependable batsman for Pakistan

Regarded as one of the best batsmen today, Babar Azam is on route to becoming the next batting sensation the world will see.

His arrival solved Pakistan's problem of a dependable No. 3 in the shorter formats of the game. Ranked second in ODIs and fifth in T20 Internationals, Azam is the current vice-captain for the Pakistan national team.

With Pakistan looking forward to recreating the success of 1992, Babar Azam will play a vital role being the backbone of the batting lineup.

Ever since his entry into the Under-19 team, his raw talent has been unleashed and gradually polished. At 23, Azam has a phenomenal chance to make his World Cup debut next year and could even turn out as the highlight performer.