India and Australia lock horns in World Cup 2023 Final

World Cup 2023: The line-up for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final is set. Team India secured their spot in the final by defeating New Zealand, while Australia clinched victory by 3 wickets in the semi-final at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, which was played on November 16, 2023. The ultimate clash between these two formidable teams is scheduled for November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, known as the world's largest cricket stadium.

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India and Australia are set to collide in the FINAL

Their last encounter in a World Cup final was in 2003, where Australia dominated, scoring 359 runs in 50 overs, fueled by Ricky Ponting's explosive 140* runs. In reply, India was all out for 234 runs, resulting in Australia winning by 125 runs and claiming the trophy. Now, in 2023, exactly 20 years later, these two cricket powerhouses are poised to face off again in the World Cup final.

Team India in the World Cup final for the 4th time

Remarkable performance in this tournament, marked by ten consecutive wins, secured their spot in the final. The semi-final saw India defeating New Zealand by 70 runs. This marks the fourth time the Indian team has reached the World Cup final, having previously clinched the world champions title in 1983 and 2011, but facing defeat in the 2003 World Cup final.

Team Australia in the World Cup final for the 8th time

Australia, the cricket powerhouse, is set to appear in the final for an impressive eighth time. Being the most successful team in cricket history, Australia has secured the ODI World Cup title five times. Their journey to the final marks their eighth appearance, having previously played in seven finals and emerged victorious on five occasions. The Australian team claimed World Cup victories in 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, and 2015, with two instances of defeat in the final.

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