ICC World Cup 2019: Players who could be the 'X-factor' for their respective teams

#9. Kusal Perera

Kusal Perera can be Sri Lanka's hero

Kusal Perera has been a very effective batsman for Sri Lanka. He's been inconsistent but has often churned out match-winning innings for his team. Sri Lankan cricket is going through a rough phase currently. Having the worst win percentage ratio, the island nation would like to pull-off something marvellous in this World Cup.

The Sri Lankan team would be hoping to see a sparkling performance from one of their players to boost their morale going forward in this tournament. Kusal could well provide some vital contributions to his team. He can play some good shots and score the runs quickly and is also good in chasing totals.

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#10. Andre Russell (Windies)

Russell can turn any game in Windies's favour

Andre Russell needs no introduction. His presence in the opposition team is enough to send chills down the bowlers. He has recently lit up the IPL 2019 with his game-changing knocks and surely was the X-factor in Kolkata Knight Riders' camp.

Russell would be hoping to carry his IPL form to the World Cup. The two-times champion Windies would like to see Russell firing in this mega event. The Windies have formed a good core group for this World Cup and is ready to surprise the big teams.

Russell's role gets even more important as he is responsible to finish the games while chasing and boost the team's total while batting first. His bowling and fielding will also come in handy for his team.

Overall, the Russell factor would be the major topic of discussion in every dressing room and teams would be eager to stop his carnage to win against the West Indies.