South Africa Have Lowered World Cup Expectations: Du Plessis

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis picked hosts England and 2011 champions India as the title favourites for this year's Cricket World Cup and said his side will go into the tournament with lowered expectations, which could work to their advantage.

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