England icon Andrew Strauss believes that Pakistan can go all the best way and win the World Cup this yr.

They are at present 33-1 in opposition to the Netherlands, seeking to make a optimistic begin to the event.

Speaking on the In The Zone podcast, Strauss mentioned: "Ironically, Pakistan don't have many good spin options and they play slightly too conservatively for my liking, so I just feel like Australia will come through. I actually think New Zealand will join them as the fourth team in the semi-finals.

"They are simply underrated, have an awesome captain and are superb all-rounders. It would not shock me if Pakistan get into the semis, however we all know that they often wrestle with consistency."

"There will likely be one or two upsets as this event goes on, with the pitches getting more durable and more durable to play on as effectively. That's an awesome leveller between groups additionally, however I actually wouldn't put it previous Pakistan to get to the semi's after which go all the best way and win it.

"The challenge for them is to show consistency through the group stage to win the six games you need to get to the semi-finals."