Virat Kohli celebrates after taking India to victory in 5th ODI vs Sri Lanka.
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According to the global betting odds, India are likely to beat Pakistan. The bookies have their money on the MS Dhoni-led side because in a 50-over World Cup contest, Pakistan have never been able to put it across India. They have faced each other five times and every time, the Indians have come out victorious. But who will be the men scoring the big runs?
Here are the top 5 contenders who, according to the odds, have a chance to go past fifty runs:(Complete World Cup coverage | Fixtures | Teams | Players | History | Schedule)
1. Virat Kohli - 45%
Although, the Indian vice-captain is going through a bad phase, the odds favour Kohli because of his knack of performing in the big games. He has an exceptional record in chasing down targets and in big matches, he has often been India's saviour.
2. Ahmed Shehzad - 42%
Pakistan are relying on the 23-year-old Ahmed Shehzad to perform in the crunch tie against India. The Pakistani youngster has tremendous potential and the green shirts would be pinning their hopes on him to deliver a big performance.
3. Rohit Sharma - 42%
Rohit Sharma is one of the most elegant batsmen to watch. Often labelled as inconsistent, this Mumbaikar has finally found his place at the Indian top-order. He returned from injury with a smashing 150 in a warm-up match against Afghanistan and India would be hoping for a repeat performance from this ODI double centurion.
4. Younis Khan - 42%
He may be 37 years old, but he has been in terrific form. This experienced right-hander is the backbone of the Pakistani middle-order and has a special liking for the Indian bowling.
5. Ajinkya Rahane - 40%
Another man in great form. India is as dependent on Ajinkya Rahane as they are on Kohli. The 26-year-old Mumbai batsman is one of the mainstays of Indian batting and is touted to be one of their prime performers.
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