Make no mistake, the ODI Cricket World Cup remains cricket's most prestigious title despite the 50-over format losing some popularity in recent years.
An incredible innings from Ben Stokes helped England defeat New Zealand by 181 runs to take a 2-1 lead in the four-match series.
Ben Stokes has been lured out of his ODI retirement ahead of the World Cup while uncapped paceman Gus Atkinson has emerged as a bolter for England's defence of their crown in India.
England all-rounder Ben Stokes is reportedly set to return to ODI cricket ahead of the World Cup following his retirement from the one-day format last year.
England have been docked a sizeable chunk of points in the World Test Championship (WTC) from what they earned in the Ashes after consistently falling foul of the over-rate regulations.
Ben Stokes reckons Stuart Broad was destined to secure a 2-2 Ashes draw against Australia with the final ball of his England career.