Win the WC for India : Waugh

Steve Waugh is of the opinion that the Indian team should win the WC for their countrymen, and not for one player.

Waugh masterminded the World Cup victory in 1999. Aussies were in dire straits when S Waugh scored a superb hundred in the semis against SA. From then onwards, it was Australia, Australia all the way.

"I think that is not the right approach. You can't win the World Cup playing for just one person. You play for the team, for the country. The game is bigger than any individual." said the Aussie legend.

"Tendulkar may not be the star of the tournament but he is going to play key roles in crucial moments."

All feel that since expectations are high, India is under tremendous pressure.

"Pressure is a good thing and as a captain it's a great thing that Dhoni is under pressure. India and Dhoni should embrace it," said Waugh.

As pointed out by Imran, dew may be a major factor in day-night matches and Waugh knows that too.

"Dew will play a major factor and toss too, from the quarter-final stage, will be crucial."

About Hussey's omission, Waugh said "It's a big loss. Hussey should have been in the team and prepare him for the quarterfinals, but that provides an opportunity to others. His brother (David) is pretty good."

The veteran said India is the favourites "This Indian side is very confident, very experienced, and their aggressive approach has made a big difference besides having Gary Kirsten as coach."

Even though the Aussie image is tarnished in Tests because of the Ashes loss, Waugh said that still they are numero uno in ODIs.

"For the moment let's focus on limited overs game. We have won three World Cups on the trot and we are still the number one ranked side in ODIs, so taking all this into factor, we can say that Australia is still one of the favourites."

He said the top performing bowlers will be Malinga, Bajji, Styen, Swann and Lee.