NEW DELHI: In a clash of cricketing titans, India and Australia are poised to write a new chapter in their historic rivalry as they prepare to face off in the World Cup final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium today.
Favourites India have dominated the tournament, starting with a resounding victory against second-ranked Australia in the opener. They carried that momentum through an impressive streak of 10 consecutive wins, securing their place in the final with an unblemished record. Captain Rohit Sharma's aggressive leadership at the top has set the tone for the team, with Virat Kohli emerging as the tournament's leading scorer and a reliable anchor in the batting lineup.
Australia, in contrast, faced early setbacks with two initial defeats but rebounded with an impressive eight-match winning streak, showcasing their resilience and determination on the road to the final. Mitchell Starc, the Australian fast bowler, acknowledged India's exceptional form, stating, "We want to take on the best. They've been the best in the tournament so far. It's why we play the game."
The Narendra Modi Stadium, with a seating capacity of over 130,000, is expected to be filled to the brim as fans eagerly anticipate the clash between these cricketing powerhouses. The rivalry between India and Australia has been marked by engaging contests in recent times, and the World Cup final promises to be no different.
India vs Australia ODI record ahead of the World Cup final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday:
Overall:
India: 57 wins
Australia: 83 wins
Tied: 0
No Result: 10
Last 10 meetings:
27/11/2020: Sydney - Australia won by 66 runs
29/11/2020: Sydney - Australia won by 51 runs
02/12/2020: Canberra - India won by 13 runs
17/03/2023: Mumbai - India won by 5 wickets
19/03/2023: Visakhapatnam - Australia won by 10 wickets
22/03/2023: Kolkata - Australia won by 21 runs
22/09/2023: Mohali - India won by 5 wickets
24/09/2023: Indore - India won by 99 runs
27/09/2023: Rajkot - Australia won by 56 runs
08/10/2023: Chennai - India won by 6 wickets
