India under pressure, says Pollock

Former South African skipper Shaun Pollock feels that the Proteas have a strong chance of making the final of the Feb 19-April 2 World Cup.

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“There is no other team to be afraid of,” Pollock was quoted as saying by the Afrikaans weekly Beeld quoted Pollock as saying at a function.

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“In previous tournaments Australia instilled fear in its opponents because of their domination. This time that is not the case. That is why South Africa have a good chance of returning as world champions,” he added.

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Pollock also said that India will face tremendous pressure as a host nation.

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“I also favoured the chances of the English, but there is something missing in them. New Zealand is also not a threat and the West Indies are now so weak that they are just making up the numbers. Pakistan is like the French rugby team — you never know what mood they will show up,” said Pollock.

?Pollock said he believed that the core team that was in action against the visiting Indian team in the recent tour would be seen in action in the sub-continent.”

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“(New cap) Imran Tahir (former Pakistan player) will probably play against the smaller sides to see how he performs,” said Pollock.