15th Match, Group B - England v Ireland
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore
Wed Mar 2
09:00 GMT | 14:30 local
15:00 BDT
Andrew Strauss England William Porterfield, Ireland
Andrew Strauss
Andrew Strauss is a cricketer transformed from the slightly one-dimensional accumulator whose calm approach has been so invaluable in Test cricket since his debut in 2004. Since returning to the one-day outfit in April 2009, he has by his own admission enjoyed the opportunity to bat with a new sense of freedom, as showcased by his tally of 14 sixes in his last 35 matches, compared with eight in 68 in his previous incarnation. He has developed a priceless ability to anchor the innings while still pushing along at a comfortable tempo.
William Porterfield, Ireland
His country's leading batsman after the loss of Ed Joyce and Eoin Morgan to England, Porterfield is a correct and stylish left-hander who has forged a successful career in English county cricket. He moved through the age-groups and always seemed destined for a major role in Ireland's future and began his international career in Hussey-esque with two early hundreds. As a captain he has had to learn quickly, but is a strong thinker and about the game always speaks openly regarding the challenges facing Associate cricket.
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