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David Leggat: Last chance to catch Cup minnows

This will be the last World Cup until at least 2023 when there will be a significant associate member presence.

Jacob Oram: Black Caps have talent to go the distance

I was fortunate enough to play in three World Cups, yet I think the current Black Caps squad would easily dispose of any of those World Cup teams I played in, writes Jacob Oram.

Dylan Cleaver: Nelson may see final sinking of West Indies

When talk turns to salivating opening-round match-ups, it usually centres on Melbourne, where Australia meets England, or Adelaide, where those great foes India and Pakistan will meet.

David Leggat: Sri Lanka's Malinga factor shifts the balance

New Zealand will know what to expect if, as expected, Lasith Malinga marks out his runup against them in the World Cup opener on Saturday.

Mark Greatbatch: New innings balls sort best from the rest

Each World Cup seems to throw up something fresh for which they are remembered.

Chris Rattue: Hot Spot moments add thrill to game

How can the international cricket mob expect us to take the World Cup seriously when they don't? Come on, troops, get with the programme.

Paul Lewis: Williamson's dedication augurs well for Cup

Mark Richardson: Pesky Aussies to steal our thunder

Kyle Mills: We can win the World Cup

With creative and seasoned batsmen, a fine wicketkeeper and classy bowlers, the NZ camp is quietly confident.