Reuters, LONDONTrent Boult became the first New Zealand bowler to claim a hat-trick in the World Cup, but it could not stop champions Australia still cruising to an 86-run victory in Saturday’s rematch of the 2015 final between the trans-Tasman rivals at Lord’s. “[It was] a great partnership from Alex Carey and Usman Khawaja on a wicket we knew would turn,” said Australia captain Aaron Finch. Australia, who had already secured a place in the semi-finals, remain on top with 14 points from eight matches, three points ahead of India who have played six. New Zealand remain third with 11 points from eight matches, but their second successive defeat leaves their qualification still not assured. PAKISTAN VS AFGHANISTANReutersAll-rounder Imad Wasim’s unbeaten 49 on Saturday guided Pakistan to a thrilling three-wicket victory over Afghanistan in Leeds, England, maintaining their hopes of reaching the World Cup semi-finals.

Source: Taipei Times June 30, 2019 15:56 UTC