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Vettori said his team must not lower their guard against tougher opposition after an easy 10-wicket win over Kenya.

Pakistan captain urges experienced players to shoulder the burden of responsibility at the World Cup.

India overpower Bangladesh by 87 runs in the opening match of the World Cup.

The Indianisation of cricket has led to predictability. India’s World Cup promises to be the dullest ever.

While India are the slight favourites, the dominant Australians of the past are no more.

England won the final warm-up match before the World Cup, defeating Pakistan by 67 runs.

Sri Lankan batsman describes Pakistan as World Cup dangermen, praises their game-breaking firepower.

New Zealand have the best possible opportunity to put their poor build-up behind them with a victory against Kenya.

Round-up of the players representing the team and their performance statistics.

Musharraf makes a comeback with a message for the cricket team as World Cup 2011 begins.

Newly renovated stadium has many loopholes in its fire safety mechanism, says chief fire officer for Mumbai.

Captains have experimented with different strategies.

Captains predict closely-contested tournament that will thrill players and fans alike.

Shoaib Akhtar and Wahab Riaz fined $42 for returning late from a private dinner.

Opening ceremony features fireworks, captains of competing teams paraded through historic Bangabandhu Stadium.

Stuart Broad said England are avoiding Pakistani cricketers ahead of their World Cup warm up clash.

West Indian captain Darren Sammy believes spinners will be crucial on the turning wickets at the World Cup.

Shive Sena leader says party chief will decide if the Pakistan team can play in Mumbai if they make the final.

Pakistan's attack in the absence of banned pair Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir should not be underestimated.

Waqar hopes Akhtar will prove his determination against England on Friday.

ICC checking whether the Salman Butt has breached the terms of his punishment.

Chacha Cricket distraught to be missing out on watching World Cup matches on home soil.

Shehzad, Misbah score centuries to crush Bangladesh.

Authorities evicted beggars, hawkers near stadiums.

Leg-spinners performance against Australia impresses captain.

Pakistani captain hints at including an extra spinner in the team.

Ponting’s half-century goes in vain as Australia lose warm-up match.

Despite a 6-1 defeat to Australia, Strauss is still confident ahead of the World Cup.

Pakistan must clinch the World Cup if they are to win back their fans, says fast-bowler Shoaib Akhtar.

Shoaib Akthar says Pakistan still has more than enough variety to succeed in the World Cup.

Off-the-field matters that influenced the proceedings in the mega event.

Sarwan hits ton in warm up match.

The inclusion of so many spinners has meant that South Africa have an inexperienced side.

Afridi says players have turned over a new leaf after spot-fixing controversy.

Warne, Kumble to provide inspiration.

Australia have not been beaten in their last 29 games since their last World Cup defeat to Pakistan 1999.

Imagine Kevin Pietersen, Sachin Tendulkar, Chris Gayle, Jacques Kallis and Shahid Afridi batting for the same team.

The dew factor in day and night matches will decide results, says Imran Khan.

Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi says the team's morale is high before the World Cup.

Rookie adamant to make it to the playing-eleven.

They may not be the hottest property at the World Cup, but the West Indies are desperate to win.

India captain says his team is well-equipped to handle the pressure of home crowds.

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram tips all-rounder Abdul Razzaq to steal the show at the World Cup.

Bangladesh meet India in the opening match two days later at the Shere Bangla National stadium.

If a local official named Saddam Hossain had not intervened, the Bangladesh captain may have been lost to football.

Sri Lanka's captain performs the role stylish batsman, safe wicket-keeper and shrewd captain.

Captain not bogged down by convention.

Captain needs to improve dismal World Cup form as the team looks to improve on their showing in the last two editions.

Australia, New Zealand preferred forfeiting preliminary matches last time Sri Lanka hosted the World Cup in 1996.