ICC World Cup 2019: Prince Harry opens up the tournament with emotional speech
30 May 2019 WORLD CUP 2019
The 2019 Cricket World Cup began today with the opening match between England and South Africa. The 50 over format game will last for six weeks. England and South Africa have never won the tournament.
South Africa's Faf Du Plessis won the toss and opted to field.
The Duke of Sussex, 34, made an emotional speech at the venue in south London as the six-week contest begins.
"I am now honoured to declare the Men's Cricket World Cup 2019 in England and Wales, open!"
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The Duke of Sussex addressed the crowd at The Oval, saying:
"Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, fans here and around the world, welcome to the Oval for the opening game of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019.
"The first ever cricket World Cup took place in England in 1975 and I'm delighted that the UK will once again play host to this wonderful global sporting event featuring ten incredible teams who, thanks to the UK’s cultural diversity, will feel as though they are competing in front of a home crowd every time they take to the field."
"Cities across England and Wales will come alive over the next six weeks as World Cup fever sweeps the nation once more and I am sure that the players will show their appreciation with some fantastic performances and great sportsmanship.
"Good luck to all of the teams and thank you to everyone who has played a part in making this tournament happen."
"Here’s to a brilliant six weeks of sport. Trust me, you won’t want to miss any of it."
"I am now honoured to declare the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2019 in England and Wales – open!"
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