Group B's fascinating is ready, after the English victory over South Africa in the ICC World Cup 2011th Theoretically, it is possible for four teams in the top group. If you're wondering why it is so important at the top of the group when the top four teams will qualify fro the quarter-finals, the answer lies in the choice of opponent for the semifinals: The top team from each group will meet the fourth team from the other. Let us take a look at the four candidates for the top spot in Group B:
India:
India are favorites to top the group. However, their affiliates play against England opened the door a little for the other contenders. Accordingly, India will have to beat South Africa in order to secure the first place. In the case of Graeme Smith, India lost the people, their hopes led group will depend on factors such as other Game results and net run rate comparisons. In addition, India's performance against West Indies will have a greater significance.
South Africa:
Their shock loss to England made South Africa's crucial match against India to South Africa's chances of qualification. Victory in that game to enhance South Africa's request in the first place, as they have already beaten the Windies and can be expected to fall over like Bangladesh and Ireland.
England:
Had England lost to South Africa's sixth March, they would not feature on this list, and their six wins and a little revived by the English campaign and the possible contenders for first place in the group, depending on how other games pan out, most importantly, India, South Africa match next weekend . England's own game against the West Indies will also be crucial, because the Carribeans are capable of beating Strauss's men in their day. Bangladesh could also test the resolve of England, as proven by winning the ODI on their recent tour in England.
West Indies:
West Indies are a group of dark horses. After mauled Bangladesh, Darren Sammy charges would be raring to go against England and India. Gayle storm could hit both opponents and suppress their challenge. Are West Indies beat India and England, their loss to South Africa would not have mattered, because it will all come down to net run rate comparisons in deciding topper from the group.
