Published: Mar 29, 2015, 11:29 AM (IST)
Edited: Mar 29, 2015, 11:29 AM (IST)
N Srinivasan is of the view that associates will have a ‘meaningful’ chance to qualify in the ICC World Cup 2019 which is proposed to be a 10-team affair. “In the next World Cup the top eight will qualify and the there will be a qualifying round for the top six associates and they will have a meaningful chance to qualify,” said Srinivasan. Live Updates: Australia vs New Zealand, ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 final
He acknowledged the stunning performance of the associates in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 citing Ireland’s victory over West Indies as an example. “On a given day the top associates are able to hold their own against the full members. For instance Ireland (win) against West Indies, said Srinivasan. Live Scorecard: Australia vs New Zealand, ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 final
According to Srinivasan, “the success of the associates is the result of the development programme of the ICC which hasd put a lot of emphasis on assisting the associates technically and financially.” ICC Cricket World Cup 2015: Complete Coverage
Speaking about the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 final between Australia and New Zealand he said, “It’s a wonderful sight, a packed MCG in what could become an interesting match.” Asked about the tournament in general he said, “We’ve had many exciting games and we’ve seen fans flock to the stadium which is a very refreshing sight and it emphasises the relevance of ODI cricket.
