The opening party was hosted by former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff. He was accompanied by India's Shibani Dandekar. The event started with the introduction of captains of all 10 participating teams, followed by 60-second challenge. Former India coach Anil Kumble and Bollywood star Farhan Akhtar represented India in the challenge but they only scored 19 runs, the lowest among all teams. Hosts England scored 74 runs, four more than Australia's 69, and won the challenge. The opening party also included two melodious performances. After the challenge, former Australia skipper Michael Clarke, who lifted the trophy in 2015, brought the glittering trophy on the stage. The event ended with the ICC World Cup 2019 theme song. The matches will kick-start tomorrow when England take on South Africa in the tournament opener at the Oval, London. England will be the favourites to win the match but in a tournament like World Cup, anything can happen.
World Cup 2019 Opening Ceremony Highlights, straight from The Mall, in front of Buckingham Palace in central London
That's all for tonight!
Trophy presented before the crowd
Malala Yousafzai praises women cricketers
The hosts win the 60-second challenge
South Africa manage 48
New Zealand innings ends
Indian pair talk to host
Pakistan innings ends
West Indies score 47 points
Afghanistan score 52 in 60 second
Rules are being explained
Teams for 60-challenge
60-second challenge.
Virat Kohli thanks Indian fans
Captains welcomed on stage
Opening party begins!
Fans have started gathering
Some lucky fans will also attend the event
Mix of music, dance and sport
England Cricket Team
South Africa Cricket Team
India Cricket Team
Australia Cricket Team