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After all the hype and build up, the cricket extravaganza is finally underway - the hosts England are strongly tipped to win the World Cup, Alison Mitchell, Geoff Lemon and Charu Sharma all reflect on their opening victory against South Africa in a game which saw Ben Stokes hit 89 with the bat and make a wonder catch.
We'll also discuss Australia's chances of retaining the title and find out what Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara thinks of his former side as they begin their campaign against New Zealand.
Picture - Ben Stokes (Credit - Getty Images)
By BBC World Service4.9
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After all the hype and build up, the cricket extravaganza is finally underway - the hosts England are strongly tipped to win the World Cup, Alison Mitchell, Geoff Lemon and Charu Sharma all reflect on their opening victory against South Africa in a game which saw Ben Stokes hit 89 with the bat and make a wonder catch.
We'll also discuss Australia's chances of retaining the title and find out what Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara thinks of his former side as they begin their campaign against New Zealand.
Picture - Ben Stokes (Credit - Getty Images)

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