The beginning of the ICC Males`s ODI World Cup 2023 is only a few hours away. The opening match of the marquee occasion might be performed in Narendra Modi Stadium in Gujarat, between defending champions England with 2019 World Cup runners-up New Zealand.
England`s all-rounder Ben Stokes might miss the ICC Males`s Cricket World Cup opener in opposition to New Zealand on Thursday.
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Stokes, who has been coping with knee issues, rejoined the group to defend the 2019 World Cup title however he could miss the match on account of a niggle in his hip.
On the eve of the sport, English captain Jos Buttler stated that they might not threat Stokes`s health and accordingly would decide.
“He`s acquired a slight kind of niggle in his hip, fingers crossed will probably be excellent news for us. We`ll make the proper name. If he`s not match to play he`s not match to play and if he’s we are able to make that call,” Buttler stated as quoted by Sky Sports activities.
“You don`t wish to take massive dangers on somebody at first of the match, nearer the tip you could have to take extra of a threat,” he additional added.
Stokes hasn`t performed since September 13 when he hit 182 in opposition to the Black Caps. Stokes was rested within the warm-up match in opposition to Bangladesh.
The 2019 World Cup was gained by England once they defeated New Zealand in a nail-biting finale at Lord`s that went right down to a Tremendous Over.
Stokes was awarded `Participant of the Match` after scoring 15 within the Tremendous Over whereas scoring 84 not out as England chased down New Zealand`s 241 complete.
(With Company Inputs)
