As the countdown continues toward the start of the 2023 ODI World Cup set to take place in India, the enthusiasm among fans is reaching its peak. The combination of top-tier cricketing action against the backdrop of India’s captivating pitches is generating immense excitement among cricket aficionados.
Amidst the flurry of anticipation surrounding the tournament, cricketing pundits are actively sharing their perspectives on team tactics, player performances, and potential standout stars. The latest addition to this chorus is none other than the esteemed South African cricketing icon, Jacques Kallis. He has thrown his hat into the ring by predicting the leading run-scorer of the upcoming event.
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Kallis has placed his bet on England’s charismatic captain, Jos Buttler, to seize the coveted title of the highest run-scorer in the 2023 ODI World Cup. Kallis attributes Buttler’s prospective success to his impressive ability to adapt to the challenging Indian conditions. He firmly believes that the captain of the English squad will embrace the occasion and deliver a stellar performance for his team. In Kallis’s own words, Buttler is poised to shine brightly during the tournament.
“I think Jos Buttler will be the leading run-scorer. An outside call, but I fancy him in those conditions. Along with England having a good World Cup, I think, um, he’s going to be the one guy that stands up,” Kallis remarked in a video shared by ICC.