ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: A statistical search for the probable winner

4) Bowling Economy Rates

Afghanistan is the only team with an economy rate under 5. In fact, their spinners have managed to maintain an astounding economy rate of 4.13, compared to the next highest 5.13 from India.

While it can be argued that they haven't been tested against tough opposition, there isn't a huge difference in skill between Rashid/Mujeeb and Chahal/Kuldeep.

The importance of containing runs in high scoring games is pivotal and will determine the outcome of the tournament. This is where England have a problem. They can score big runs with the bat, but need their bowlers to step up and back up the good work done by the batsmen.

Afganistan springs more surprises yet again