World Cup 2019: 7 Underrated players who did exceedingly well

#4 James Neesham - New Zealand

Neesham was a vital cog in New Zealand's wheel

If there was one player who gave his all in the WC final for New Zealand, then it has to be James Neesham. It was his crucial death bowling that not only earned him wickets but also gave Trent Boult more runs to defend in the final over. In the field, it was his pinpoint throw that caused the run-out in the final ball.

In the super over, he was entrusted to win the WC with the bat. Despite being such an impact player, it was baffling to know that he was contemplating retirement in 2017. He made a massive comeback to international cricket in 2019 by scoring 34 runs in a single over against Sri Lanka.

He continued it to the World Cup by contributing with both bat and ball. He picked up the Kiwis' lonely 5-wicket haul of the WC against Afghanistan. His major contribution with the bat came against Pakistan as he and Colin de Grandhomme rescued the innings with a 132-run partnership after the team slumped to 83-5.