3 players who played in 2007 Cricket World Cup and might play in 2023 WC

The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 is slated to be held entirely in India for the first time in history. It is quite obvious that the players of the respective teams will be playing more ODIs in order to get geared up for the mega event.

At the same time, it is also going to be a tough challenge for the respective cricket boards in terms of selecting the right players. There is also a great chance that the selectors might as well turn to experienced players this time.

Now in this article, let’s take a glimpse at the three players who played in ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2007 and might play in the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023.

1. Tamim Iqbal

Bangladesh’s veteran cricketer Tamim Iqbal was part of the team that knocked Team India out of the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2007 tournament. The southpaw scored a superb half-century in the group stage match by constructing his innings with the help of seven boundaries and two sixes. Since he possesses a truckload of experience under his belt, there is absolutely no doubt that he may play in the upcoming ODI World Cup.

2. Shakib Al Hasan

Shakib Al Hasan is one of the players on this list who has played in the ICC ODI World Cup 2007 tournament. Just like Tamim Iqbal, Shakib also played a quintessential role by scoring 53 runs including 5 fours and a six against India in the group stage match in ICC T20 WC 2007 tourney and helped his team eliminate India from the competition. Shakib who is one of the best all-rounders in the world might go on to play in the upcoming ODI World Cup for the country.

3. Mushfiqur Rahim

Mushfiqur Rahim has good memories of scoring a half-century against India in the group stage match of the ICC ODI World Cup 2007 tournament which helped the team knock India out of the tournament. Currently, he is focusing on red-ball cricket and since he already has experience playing in the ODI World Cup, he might as well be called into the scheme of things for the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.