IND vs AUS ICC World Cup 2023 Highkights: Virat Kohli showcased his champion’s resolve, guiding India to a triumphant six-wicket victory against Australia in their World Cup opener with a brilliant 85 runs. Kohli, backed by KL Rahul’s composed 97 not out, formed a match-winning partnership of 165 runs that made the challenging 200-run target appear easily achievable, though it took 41.2 overs.
Despite a rocky start with three top-order batsmen dismissed for ducks, Kohli’s audacity was on full display. He played a crucial drive off Josh Hazlewood, signifying India’s fightback. Kohli’s fortune favoured him when a misjudged catch by Mitchell Marsh allowed him to continue his innings. He exhibited remarkable fitness, earning 61 of his runs through singles and twos in his 116-ball innings.
Match EndedICC Cricket World Cup, 2023
India
201/4 (41.2)
Australia
199 (49.3)
Match Ended ( Day – Match 5 )
India beat Australia by 6 wickets
The track at the historic Chepauk Stadium, known for an average first innings score of 224 in 34 ODIs, is expected to offer early support to the batsmen. Additionally, with the prevailing conditions favouring spin, India’s spinners are anticipated to wield a significant influence during the game.
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While it was widely known that Glenn Maxwell possessed bowling skills, he has transformed into a true all-rounder in ODI cricket in recent years. Since 2020, Maxwell has maintained an average of 28.53 with the ball. This development is why Australia is confident heading into the World Cup matches with only one genuine spinner, Adam Zampa.
Although KL Rahul is capable of opening the innings, doing so for just one game could potentially create complications in the future, especially with the middle-order spot for Suryakumar Yadav. Therefore, it would be more convenient to open with Ishan when Shubman Gill fully recovers.
Securing the toss and opting to bat first could prove highly advantageous in Chennai, given that the pitch is expected to progressively slow down and become more challenging for batting. Both teams will aspire to win the toss and choose to field first.
Indian cricket fans wait to enter the stadium to watch ICC Cricket World Cup match between India and Australia in Chennai. (Image: Ap Photo)
The toss for the India vs Australia game will take place at 1:30. There are chances of rain but as of now, it is not raining. Stay tuned!
In the realm of ODIs, India and Australia have faced each other around 149 times. The Australians have emerged victorious on 83 occasions, while India has clinched 56 victories. In the context of ICC World Cups, Australia boasts a formidable track record, winning eight out of 12 matches played to date. In their recent encounters, Australia has a 3-2 winning edge over India in the last five games. Over the same span, India suffered defeats in two of their last five ODI matches, whereas Australia incurred only one loss.
Historically, the Chepauk pitch has favored spinners over pacers. Based on the first two games of this World Cup, it appears that the team chasing holds an advantage due to the influence of dew. We can anticipate a high-scoring match ahead.
The weather forecast anticipates haziness during the game, with temperatures hovering at approximately 33 degrees Celsius. According to Accuweather, there's a slight possibility of a passing shower, with an 8 percent chance of rain in the afternoon. However, conditions are expected to clear up later in the afternoon, with temperatures dropping to around 28 degrees Celsius.
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Australia Full Squad:
1. Pat Cummins (Captain)
2. Mitchell Marsh
3. Steven Smith
4. David Warner
5. Alex Carey (Wicketkeeper)
6. Marnus Labuschagne
7. Glenn Maxwell
8. Cameron Green
9. Mitchell Starc
10. Adam Zampa
11. Josh Hazlewood
12. Sean Abbott
13. Travis Head
14. Marcus Stoinis
15. Josh Inglis
India Full Squad:
1. Rohit Sharma (Captain)
2. Ishan Kishan
3. Virat Kohli
4. Shreyas Iyer
5. KL Rahul (Wicketkeeper)
6. Hardik Pandya
7. Ravindra Jadeja
8. Ravichandran Ashwin
10. Jasprit Bumrah
11. Mohammed Siraj
12. Mohammed Shami
13. Suryakumar Yadav
14. Shardul Thakur
15. Shubman Gil
India is set to battle Australia at Chennai's Chepauk Stadium today. The track at the historic Chepauk Stadium, known for an average first-innings score of 224 in 34 ODIs, is expected to offer early support to the batsmen.
Australia has yet to face failure at Chepauk in World Cup matches and has won all three previous games so far.
India will be playing without Shubman Gill, who is at present down with dengue. Ishan Kishan, on the other hand, is expected to be promoted as the opening batsmen along with Rohit Sharma.
India have defeated Australia four times in the history of the 50-overs World Cup. Another thing to remember is that Australia have lost 4 out of their last 5 ODIs.
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