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Will Toss Play A Big Role In Cricket World Cup 2023 Final? Rohit Sharma Gives His Honest Verdict

Having suffered from cramps in extreme Mumbai heat in the semi-final, team's premier batter Virat Kohli skipped the optional net session for the second day in a row in order to remain fresh for the World Cup final against Australia on Sunday. En route his 50th ODI hundred, Kohli had battled cramps but later fielded for the better part of the semi-final against New Zealand. With the Indian team having a hectic travel schedule, the support staff has nicely managed the workload of the players and hence Kohli, along with all the first eleven pacers, were given rest on the day. None of the three pacers or Kohli took part in the two pre-final sessions at Motera. Skipper Rohit, for the second day in a row, had a long and hard look at the strip and felt that there was a slight difference from the track on which they played against Pakistan on October 14.

India's Predicted XI vs Australia, Cricket World Cup 2023 Final: Will R Ashwin Become X-Factor?

India will look to clinch their third ICC ODI World Cup crown when they take on Australia in the final of the ongoing edition on Sunday, November 19. Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will stage the final, with a scheduled start time of 2:00 PM IST. The Indian cricket team has been in terrific form, winning each of their nine league phase matches to finish atop the points table. The two-time champions faced New Zealand in the semi-final at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, where they emerged victorious by 70 runs.

Australia ‘ready for anything India throw at us’

AHMEDABAD, India: Australia are adamant they will be “ready for anything” India throw at them in the Cricket World Cup final after controversy hit the tournament in a “pitch switch” row.

India vs Australia, Cricket World Cup 2023 Final: Key Player Battles

Hosts India will face five-time champions Australia in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, on Sunday, November 19. The match will commence at 2:00 PM IST. The India vs Australia clash will be a repeat of the 2003 World Cup final in South Africa, where the latter emerged victorious. However, India, who have been unbeaten in the tournament so far, enter Sunday's final as the favourites to secure the trophy. India boast top-performing players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Mohammed Shami, each capable of emerging as match-winners in the title clash. Similarly, Australia possess players who can significantly influence the team's fortunes.

"Australia Know How To...": Yuvraj Singh's Warning To India Ahead Of Cricket World Cup Final

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh feels the Rohit Sharma-led side will only lose the Cricket World Cup 2023 final if they perform poorly. Unbeaten India square off against Australia in the final on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Yuvraj, who was part of the World Cup winning squad in 2011, also on home soil, feels Australia would need to bring their A-game to beat a "dominant" India team, which is yet to lose a match in the tournament.

"Phone Bandh Rakho Yaar": Rohit Sharma's Reaction During Cricket World Cup 2023 Final Press Conference Is Viral

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma's pre-match press conference ahead of the Cricket World Cup 2023 final against Australia was interrupted by a phone ring and his reaction has already gone viral on social media. Rohit was in the middle of his answer when a phone started ringing and he was visibly irritated by the interruption. "Kya yaar phone band rakho yaar(Please keep your phone switched off)," he quickly quipped. The Indian cricket team are currently unbeaten in the competition and will look to clinch their third ODI Cricket World Cup title when they face Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

"Pitch From India vs Pakistan...": Rohit Sharma On Playing Cricket World Cup 2023 Final On 'Used' Track

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma had a clear answer about playing the Cricket World Cup 2023 final against Australia on a 'used' pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The pitch which will be used for the summit clash was last used during India's game against Pakistan - a match that the Rohit Sharma-led side won comprehensively. During the pre-match press conference, Rohit was asked about the surface and he answered that although the pitch was 'a lot drier' against Pakistan, it now has a bit of grass. However, he was quick to point out that the toss will not play a major role in the match.

"Let's Bring The Cup Home": Hardik Pandya's Rousing War Cry Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023 Final

Indian cricket team all-rounder Hardik Pandya suffered a major heartbreak in the middle of the Cricket World Cup 2023 as he was ruled out of the competition due to injury. During the group stage match against Bangladesh, the all-rounder was forced to limp out of the field after injuring his left ankle and the seriousness of the injury meant that his journey in the World Cup came to a premature end. Ahead of the Cricket World Cup 2023 final match against Australia in Ahmedabad, Pandya took to social media to post a special message for his teammates and urged them to 'bring the cup home' for their billions of fans.

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Will Toss Play A Big Role In Cricket World Cup 2023 Final? Rohit Sharma Gives His Honest Verdict

India's Predicted XI vs Australia, Cricket World Cup 2023 Final: Will R Ashwin Become X-Factor?

Australia ‘ready for anything India throw at us’

India vs Australia, Cricket World Cup 2023 Final: Key Player Battles

"Australia Know How To...": Yuvraj Singh's Warning To India Ahead Of Cricket World Cup Final

"Phone Bandh Rakho Yaar": Rohit Sharma's Reaction During Cricket World Cup 2023 Final Press Conference Is Viral

"Pitch From India vs Pakistan...": Rohit Sharma On Playing Cricket World Cup 2023 Final On 'Used' Track

"Let's Bring The Cup Home": Hardik Pandya's Rousing War Cry Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023 Final