The World Cup 2023 final is set and it will be India and Australia meeting in the summit clash in Ahmedabad on November 19.
The stage is set for an exciting World Cup 2023 final as cricket powerhouses India and Australia gear up for a showdown in Ahmedabad on Sunday, November 19. This marks the second time these teams will face off in a World Cup final, reminiscent of their classic encounter in 2003 that left Indian hearts shattered.
Both teams are currently in splendid form, with India boasting an impressive 10-match winning streak, kick-started by their triumph over the Australians in Chennai at the start of the tournament.
Australia faced an initial setback with two losses but managed to find their rhythm at the right moment, embarking on an eight-match winning streak. Their path to the final included a nail-biting encounter with South Africa, where they clinched victory by three wickets in a match that went down to the wire.
This final sets the stage for the third ICC event final between Australia and India, with the Aussies holding a commendable 2-0 record in their favor. Their previous triumphs came in the 2003 World Cup and the 2023 World Test Championship final.
2003: Heartbreak for India, record for Australia
The 2003 ICC World Cup final held at the New Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg saw an Australia side, captained by Ricky Ponting, post a formidable total of 359/2 in their allotted 50 overs. Ponting's outstanding unbeaten knock of 140 earned him the Player of the Match award. Despite the presence of the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, named Player of the Series, India fell short, being bowled out for 234 in 39.2 overs. This victory secured Australia's third World Cup title., and their second-consecutive of the tournament.
2023: World Test Championship heartbreak for India
Fast forward to 2023, the two teams clashed again in the World Test Championship final at The Oval. In a high-stakes match, Australia emerged victorious by a significant margin of 209 runs, claiming their first-ever WTC mace. The comprehensive win saw Australia amass 469 runs in the first innings and declare at 270/8 in the second, while India struggled, managing 296 and 234 in their respective innings.
This triumph solidified Australia's status as the only men's team to have secured victory in all ICC men's trophies, adding another feather to their illustrious cap. The stage is now set for a captivating World Cup final as these cricket giants vie for supremacy once again.
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