After a mid-tournament slump that saw England lose to Si Lanka and Australia in back-to-back succession, the hosts now find themselves in the Semi-Finals after registering two straight victories over India and New Zealand. We take a look at Thursday’s (11/7/2019) Cricket World Cup Semi Final 2019 match is between Australia and England.
When: Thursday 11th, July at 7:30PM (AEST)
Where: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Preview:
England will square off against Australia again on Thursday night after Justin Langer’s side squandered a chance to finish on top of the ladder by beating South Africa.
The Aussies will still take full confidence into this match knowing Aaron Finch and David Warner both put forward a strong opening partnership against England last month though, but the lack of depth could hurt Australia if both get out early.
Since their struggles, England’s batting has found some form in recent weeks. Johnny Bairstow has recorded back-to-back centuries, while Jason Roy has recorded back-to-back half centuries.
So much of this match comes down to Australia’s fast bowling, which has been close to unstoppable. Mitchell Starc owns 26 wickets so far through the World Cup, but if England’s openers establish dominance early, Australia might be left looking for somebody to step up.
Winning the toss is crucial as both sides look to get in early and bat. If England can take the crease first, their opening partnership followed by Joe Root look tough to beat.
Odds:
Tip: Australia at $2.10
Value Tip: Top Run Scorer: Aaron Finch at $7.00
Teams:
Australia: Aaron Finch (capt), Jason Behrendorff, Alex Carey (wk), Nathan Coulter-Nile, Pat Cummins, *Peter Handscomb, Usman Khawaja, Nathan Lyon, Glenn Maxwell, Kane Richardson, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, David Warner, Adam Zampa.
England: Eoin Morgan (capt), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Jos Buttler (wk), Tom Curran, Liam Dawson, Liam Plunkett, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Jason Roy, Ben Stokes, James Vince, Chris Woakes, Mark Wood.
*Odds correct at time of posting. Subject to change
