Australia posted 342-9 on the vast expanse of turf that is the MCG. They got there largely thanks to a woeful start in the field by England. Aaron Finch, Australia's only top-four contributor of note, was dropped on 0 by Chris Woakes, a simple enough chance at square leg. Some 135 runs later, Woakes must have been feeling rather small as the opener walked off to a standing ovation from the huge crowd.

On a tide of national goodwill, Brendon McCullum delivered the catalyst for New Zealand's victory against Sri Lanka at Hagley Park yesterday. McCullum's recent decision to return to open the order with free licence rather than cramp himself like a padded jack-in-the-box at No5 was never better exemplified. His 65 from 49 balls was a local anesthetic to public nerves.

Highlights and reaction from the opening games of the tournament, New Zealand by Sri Lanka by 98 runs.

Voxes with India fans as they go head-to-head with Pakistan in Adelaide on Sunday. Despite their flawless record against their rivals, supporters remain pessimistic about their chances against their old rivals in the pool B encounter at the Adelaide Oval.

Highlights of the opening ceremonies in NZ and Australia as the Cricket World Cup opens.

Comedian Ben Hurley, actor Shane Cortese, television presenter Toni Street, Labour MP Grant Robinson and actor Neill Rea have shared their memories of the tournament with the Herald and have made predictions for the latest World Cup on New Zealand soil.

Interview with former Australian batsman Greg Chappell. Chappell gives his views on the current Australia team and the other contenders for the Cricket World Cup.

Interview with former leg-spinner Shane Warne. Warne assesses Australia’s chances at this year’s Cricket World Cup.

Bath tub racers and their craft will take to the water at Bowentown, Waihi Beach, tomorrow as the 2015 Bath Tub Regatta gets underway".

Pakistan coach Waqar Younis believes the magic of the 1992 World Cup victory can happen again for his team.

Interview with England fast bowler Stuart Broad. Broad gives his thoughts on England’s expectations for the tournament and who he expects to challenge for the trophy.

Bosses of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 are confident the "sickness" of match-fixing won't play a part in the showcase tournament starting on Saturday. An anti-corruption unit inside the International Cricket Council (ICC), has drawn up a list of people identified as being involved in match or spot fixing and illegal betting.

Interviews with Canterbury Wizards batsman Peter Fulton and Canterbury Cricket Chief Executive Lee Germon. Fulton and Germon share their memories of the February 2011 Christchurch earthquake and look ahead to the city hosting the first game of the tournament.

It's a cricket mad country that prepares to play arch rivals India in their firt World Cup match, and the local fans are showing their support.

Interview with South Africa bowling coach Allan Donald. Donald discusses the importance of captain AB de Villiers to the current team and their hopes of ICC Cricket World Cup success in Australia and New Zealand.

Interview with former New Zealand international Rod Latham. Latham reflects on the Black Caps’ 1992 Cricket World Cup campaign and looks ahead to this year’s tournament.

Interview with Ireland coach Phil Simmons and players Will Porterfield and Kevin O’Brien. Ireland begin their campaign against West Indies on February 16.

Interview with UAE coach Aaqib Javed. Javed discusses the country’s improvement since their major tournament debut in 1996 and what they hope to achieve in Australia and New Zealand.

A Belgian rugby club has surely set a new record for the largest win recorded in the magnificent game, a whopping 356 - 3. Video / You Tube: Kipik TV

At the 1992 Cricket World Cup New Zealand developed slow bowling and openers with big attacking shots as a tactic to win. Join Sir Richard Hadlee, Ken Rutherford and Mark Greatbatch as they recall those matches with Coach Warren Lees and opener Rod Latham.

Pakistan won the Cricket World Cup in 1992 in New Zealand and Australia, and have good memories... and they need to change their form and plan to surprise.

At the 1992 Cricket World Cup New Zealand decided they wanted to play colours instead of the famous names of the game. Join Sir Richard Hadlee, Ken Rutherford, Chris Harris and Mark Greatbatch as they recall that day along with Coach Warren Lees and opener Rod Latham.

Former champion fast bowler Waqar Younis knows what his sides weakness is and how to fit them, even after just losing to the Black Caps.

Interview with coach Grant Bradburn and captain Preston Mommsen. Scotland are looking for their first World Cup victory after winless campaigns in 1999 and 2007.

At the 1992 Cricket World Cup New Zealand played Australia in the opening match, with a surprise victory. Join Sir Richard Hadlee, Ken Rutherford, Chris Harris and Mark Greatbatch as they recall that day along with Coach Warren Lees and opener Rod Latham.

West Indian cricket captain Jason Holder talks about the loss of key players and being the youngest (23) man to lead the team.

Interview with South Africa bowling coach Allan Donald. Donald discusses the importance of captain AB de Villiers to the current team and their hopes of ICC Cricket World Cup success in Australia and New Zealand.

Interview with Afghanistan captain Mohammad Nabi. Nabi looks ahead to his side’s first World Cup appearance and their targets for the tournament.

At the 1992 Cricket World Cup New Zealand had won seven out of eight matches, losing only once to Pakistan. They met again in the Semi-final in a game that has become folklore. Join Sir Richard Hadlee, Ken Rutherford and Mark Greatbatch as they recall that day along with Coach Warren Lees and opener Rod Latham.

The Cricket World Cup starts today with the Black Caps playing Sri Lanka at Christchurch's Hagley Oval. Who will win? Watch this cricket predict the result.