Defending champions have been ‘crap’ according to Ben Stokes as their arch rivals continue quest for a semi-final berth
After an intense Ashes summer that ended with grumbles from the tourists about the lack of any post-series drinks at the Oval, perhaps it is for the best that England and Australia should meet again on Saturday in the dry state of Gujarat.
But while that encounter ended up two wins apiece, there is a yawning gap as regards World Cup fortunes. Third-placed Australia can move closer towards a semi-final berth with victory at the hulking great Narendra Modi Stadium, while bottom feeders England have only Champions Trophy qualification and pride to play for in their remaining games.
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