The warmth contest of the world cup is all set to embark on 5th of October this year with India hosting it. Though higher-ranked teams are expected to perform as per their potential. However, the world cup also recorded some of the upset moments caused by lower-ranked teams. Likes of Bangladesh and Afghanistan have recorded some shocking moments over the years in the world cup tournament. In this article, we will make you familiar with teams who are likely to shock gigantic teams in the world cup.
Bangladesh
Those who follow cricket passionately would be aware of the fact that the Bangladesh team had astonished the world by defeating the strongest sides in cricket whenever taken lightly. Bangladesh is one such team which holds the potential to give tough competition to other teams. Bangladesh is highly expected to outclass top teams. Bangladesh has evolved greatly in recent years and has been excelling in all departments be it batting, bowling, fielding etc.
Afghanistan
Unlike strong teams, Afghanistan does not have the best players in the team. However, the team evolved greatly and came up with better teams and players than before. No doubt that with the likes of a world class spinner and hitter like Rashid Khan, the team is likely to come up as a tough competitor in the 13th edition of the world cup. There is a high chance that Afghanistan may come up as the tough competitor for strong cricket sides.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka won their first world cup in 1996 under the captaincy of Ranatunga. Despite the fact that Sri Lanka has been through tough times as well as has been a subpar performer, the Lankan is not behind when it comes to potentiality, the team is likely to give really tough competition to the mighty cricket sides in the most Premier world cup. The Sri Lankan is likely to perform superbly, availing itself of the Asian conditions.
