Welcome to the Evening Standard’s LIVE coverage of the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
The biggest heavyweight clash of the World Cup so far takes place today when India meet Australia at The Oval.
The two nations have won seven of the 11 World Cups between them, and both come into this match with 100% records so far in the tournament.
Australia thrashed Afghanistan by seven wickets in their opener, before grinding out a thrilling win over the West Indies.
India meanwhile, have had to be patient, waiting almost a week for their first taste of the action, but did not disappoint, producing an excellent display to beat South Africa.
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