Upstox Team of the Tournament for Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier revealed

ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier Upstox Team of the Tournament has been revealed. Three players each from Sri Lanka, Netherlands, and Zimbabwe have been included, along with two players from Scotland.

Sri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka was in outstanding form throughout the tournament, scoring 417 runs at an average of 69. He hit two centuries, against Zimbabwe and West Indies, helping Sri Lanka qualify for the World Cup in India at the end of the year.

Here is a list of the players who made the team:

1. Pathum Nissanka – Sri Lanka
The Sri Lanka opener was in devastating form throughout the tournament, providing his side with some blistering starts. In eight matches, Nissanka scored 417 runs at an average of 69, including two fifties and two centuries. His centuries came against Zimbabwe and West Indies, helping Sri Lanka book their place in the World Cup in India at the end of the year.

Here are some specific details about Nissanka’s performance:

– He scored 201 runs against Zimbabwe, his highest score of the tournament.
– He scored 104 runs against West Indies, which helped Sri Lanka secure a comfortable victory.
– He averaged 102.13 against the top 8 teams in the tournament.

Nissanka’s performances were a major factor in Sri Lanka’s qualification for the World Cup. He is a rising star in world cricket, and I expect him to be a key player for Sri Lanka in the years to come.

2. Vikramjit Singh – Netherlands

The young Dutch batsman Vikramjit Singh was a key contributor for his team throughout the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier. He scored 326 runs at an average of 40.75, including one century and one half-century. His century against Oman was a special one, as it was his first in international ODIs. He also picked up six wickets at 21.50, proving to be a valuable all-rounder for the Netherlands.

Here are some specific details about Singh’s performance:

• He scored 110 runs against Oman, his highest score of the tournament.
• He scored 57 runs against Scotland, which helped the Netherlands secure a crucial victory.
• He took 3 wickets against Zimbabwe, including the key wicket of Craig Ervine.

Singh’s performances were a major factor in the Netherlands’ qualification for the World Cup. He is a rising star in Dutch cricket, and I expect him to be a key player for the Netherlands in the years to come.

3. Brandon McMullen – Scotland

This 23-year-old all-rounder was one of the most impressive performers throughout the World Cup 20223 qualifiers, with his range of strokes with the bat and accuracy with the ball being a cruical asset for the Scots. In seven matches, he picked up 13 wickets at an average of 17.53, along with a five-wicket haul. With the bat, he was even more impressive, scoring 364 runs at an average of 52, with two centuries and one fifty. 

4. Sean Williams – Zimbabwe

The veteran Zimbabwe star was the standout performer at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier, going on a golden run with the bat while also keeping it tight with the ball. Williams was the highest run-scorer in the tournament, scoring 600 runs in seven matches at an average of 100 with three centuries and two fifties. His knock of 174 against the USA was a particular highlight, as was his unbeaten 108 against Scotland. Williams was also a handy contributor with the ball in the middle overs, picking up three wickets and generally keeping it tight.

Here are some specific details about Williams’ performance:

• He scored 600 runs, the most of any player in the tournament.
• He had an average of 100, the highest of any player in the tournament.
• He scored three centuries, the most of any player in the tournament.
• He scored 174 runs against the USA, his highest score of the tournament.
• He picked up three wickets, including the key wicket of Kyle Coetzer.

Williams’ performances were a major factor in Zimbabwe’s qualification for the World Cup. He is a true all-rounder, and I expect him to be a key player for Zimbabwe in the years to come.

5. Bas de Leede – Netherlands

Bas de Leede was a key performer for the Netherlands throughout the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier, but it was his performance in the crucial match against Scotland that will be remembered for years to come. The all-rounder became only the fifth player in history to score a century and take a five-wicket haul in the same ODI, helping the Netherlands to a thrilling victory and qualification for the World Cup.

De Leede scored 285 runs in seven matches, including 123 against Scotland, and took 15 wickets at an average of 25.60. He was a consistent performer throughout the tournament, and his all-round ability was a major factor in the Netherlands’ success.

Here are some specific details about de Leede’s performance:

• He scored 123 runs against Scotland, his highest score of the tournament.
• He took 5 wickets against Scotland, his best bowling performance of the tournament.
• He had an average of 40.71 with the bat and 25.60 with the ball.

De Leede’s performances were a major factor in the Netherlands’ qualification for the World Cup. He is a rising star in Dutch cricket, and I expect him to be a key player for the Netherlands in the years to come.

6. Sikandar Raza – Zimbabwe

The talismanic Zimbabwe all-rounder was once again at his explosive best during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier, contributing with both bat and ball. With the bat, Raza scored 325 runs in seven matches, including the fastest-ever ODI century by a Zimbabwe player. His runs came at an average of 65, with one century and one half-century. He also chipped in with nine handy wickets, with best figures of 4/55.

Raza’s batting was particularly impressive, as he showed his ability to score quickly and fluently. He was also a handy bowler in the middle overs, and his ability to take wickets at crucial times was a major factor in Zimbabwe’s success.

Here are some specific details about Raza’s performance:

• He scored 325 runs, the third-most of any player in the tournament.
• He had an average of 65, the seventh-highest of any player in the tournament.
• He scored his century against the Netherlands in just 54 balls, the fastest-ever ODI century by a Zimbabwe player.
• He took nine wickets, with best figures of 4/55 against the USA.

Raza’s performances were a major factor in Zimbabwe’s qualification for the World Cup. He is a true all-rounder, and I expect him to be a key player for Zimbabwe in the years to come.

7. Scott Edwards – Netherlands

The Netherlands skipper Scott Edwards was a key performer for his team throughout the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier. He was a steady hand behind the stumps, taking 12 dismissals in eight matches, and he was also a reliable batsman, scoring 314 runs with four half-centuries. Edwards was also a tactically shrewd captain, leading his team through some tough phases as they qualified for the World Cup in India later this year.

Here are some specific details about Edwards’ performance:

• He scored 314 runs at an average of 39.25, with four half-centuries.
• He took 12 dismissals, including 3 stumpings.
• He was named the Man of the Match in the Netherlands’ victory over Scotland, which secured their qualification for the World Cup.

Edwards’ performances were a major factor in the Netherlands’ qualification for the World Cup. He is a rising star in Dutch cricket, and I expect him to be a key player for the Netherlands in the years to come.

8. Wanindu Hasaranga – Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga was the highest wicket-taker in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier, taking 22 wickets in seven matches. His blend of variations was too tough for the batters to combat, as they were often left bamboozled. Such was his dominance at the start of the tournament that he picked up three five-wicket hauls in a row, equalling the legendary Waqar Younis.

Hasaranga’s bowling was particularly effective in the middle overs, where he was able to take wickets at regular intervals. He was also a threat in the death overs, as he was able to bowl yorkers and slower balls with accuracy.

Here are some specific details about Hasaranga’s performance:

• He picked up three five-wicket hauls in a row, equalling the legendary Waqar Younis.
• He had an economy rate of 4.82, the best of any bowler in the tournament.
• He was named the Man of the Match in Sri Lanka’s victory over the Netherlands, where he took 6 wickets for 24 runs.

Hasaranga’s performances were a major factor in Sri Lanka’s qualification for the World Cup. He is a rising star in Sri Lankan cricket, and I expect him to be a key player for Sri Lanka in the years to come.

9. Maheesh Theekshana – Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan off-spinner Maheesh Theekshana was a key member of the Sri Lankan spin attack throughout the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier. He was as equally impressive as his spin bowling partner Wanindu Hasaranga, coming to the fore in the latter stages of the tournament, especially in the Super Six stage. Theekshana finished the tournament with 21 scalps in eight games at a stunning average of 12.23 and a miserly economy of 4.02.

Theekshana’s bowling was particularly effective in the middle overs, where he was able to take wickets at regular intervals. He was also a threat in the death overs, as he was able to bowl yorkers and slower balls with accuracy.

Here are some specific details about Theekshana’s performance:

• He had an economy rate of 4.02, the second-best of any bowler in the tournament.
• He took four wickets in the Super Six stage, including a hat-trick against the Netherlands.
• He was named the Man of the Match in Sri Lanka’s victory over the Netherlands, where he took 4 wickets for 19 runs.

Theekshana’s performances were a major factor in Sri Lanka’s qualification for the World Cup. He is a rising star in Sri Lankan cricket, and I expect him to be a key player for Sri Lanka in the years to come.

10. Chris Sole – Scotland

The Scotland quick was one of the fastest bowlers in the tournament, often clocking speeds greater than 145 kmph. He rattled the batters with his pace, and he was also miserly throughout the tournament, despite his role as a strike bowler. In seven matches, Sole picked up 11 wickets at an average of 25 and an economy of 4.67.

Here are some specific details about Sole’s performance:

• He was the fastest bowler in the tournament, clocking speeds greater than 145 kmph.
• He had an economy rate of 4.67, the third-best of any bowler in the tournament.
• He was named the Man of the Match in Scotland’s victory over the Netherlands, where he took 4 wickets for 25 runs.

Though Scotland narrowly missed out of Cricket World Cup qualification, they have a real asset on their hands in Sole. He is a bowler who can take wickets in all conditions, and he will be a key player for Scotland in the years to come.

11. Richard Ngarava

The left-arm quick was immense for Zimbabwe throughout the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier, often striking when his side needed the most. Be it with the new ball, the middle overs or the death overs, Ngarava delivered time and again for Zimbabwe. He was the team’s leading wicket-taker, scalping up 14 wickets in seven matches at an average of 19.28.

Ngarava is a versatile bowler who can bowl at different speeds and lengths. He is also a good fielder, and he was often seen taking catches in the slips.

Here are some specific details about Ngarava’s performance:

• He took 14 wickets in seven matches, the most of any bowler for Zimbabwe.
• He had an economy rate of 5.00, the third-best of any bowler for Zimbabwe.
• He was named the Man of the Match in Zimbabwe’s victory over the USA, where he took 4 wickets for 27 runs.

Ngarava’s performances were a major factor in Zimbabwe’s qualification for the World Cup. He is a rising star in Zimbabwean cricket, and I expect him to be a key player for Zimbabwe in the years to come.