As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the ODI World Cup 2023 final between India and Australia, former Australian cricketer Michael Bevan has shared his insights into the much-anticipated clash. The final, set to take place on Sunday, November 19, at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, promises to be a fitting conclusion to the 13th edition of this prestigious tournament.
India’s journey in the CWC 2023 has been nothing short of spectacular, showcasing unparalleled dominance. With a flawless record of ten consecutive wins, they stand as the only undefeated side in the tournament. Their path to the final included a commanding 70-run victory over New Zealand at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, solidifying their position as strong contenders for their third 50-over World Cup crown.
In contrast, Australia faced a challenging start to the tournament with two consecutive losses, one of which was against India. However, they swiftly turned the tide, emerging as a formidable force and securing a spot in the final without facing any further defeats.
Speaking to ANI, Michael Bevan expressed his views on the final, unequivocally declaring India as the overwhelming favorite. However, he acknowledged Australia’s possession of match-winners capable of influencing the outcome.
“Reaching the World Cup final is a tremendous achievement, something that doesn’t happen very often. We have two teams playing in the final who are at their top form. The Australians have a lot of talents and have players who can make a difference at any point in a game. I believe the Aussies need to improve their batting,” Bevan said.
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“India is the clear favorite, but the potential for Australia to win the ODI World Cup 2023 is also there. Whoever wins the toss will be going to bat first since it is a good batting team. After a slow start in the tournament, they have made a tremendous comeback,” the 53-year-old added.
As the cricketing world braces for the culmination of this thrilling tournament, the ODI World Cup 2023 final promises to be a clash of titans; India’s formidable form and unbeaten streak make them the favorites, but with Australia’s resilience and potential match-winners, the outcome remains uncertain. The toss, as Bevan suggests, may play a crucial role, especially considering the batting strength of both teams.
