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Watch: As A Dejected Rohit Sharma Walked Away After World Cup Final, Crowd Shouted...

India was sad on Sunday. The nation could not be faulted as its dream had come crashing down. The country had pinned their hopes on the Indian cricket team to bring home the World Cup with a win over Australia in the final in Ahmedabad, but it was the visitors who were the better team on the day and deservedly took the title. But the most dejected lot of them all were the Indian cricket team players, who played a fearless brand of cricket over the last month-and-half. But one bad day in office ruined their dreams.

Virat Kohli's Incredible Gesture For Glenn Maxwell Despite India's Defeat In World Cup Final

Royal Challengers Bangalore teammates Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell embraced each other and India's stalwart batter gifted his jersey to the explosive all-rounder after Australia's victory in the World Cup final. Emotions were running high after Australia emerged victorious in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the Baggy Greens were ecstatic after the victory sharing laughs and embracing each other. On the other hand, the Indian players were left with broken hearts, shattered dreams and a bit teary-eyed.

Video: PM Modi's Pep Talk In India Dressing Room After World Cup Final Loss

The Indian cricket team couldn't pass the final hurdle in the Cricket World Cup 2023, losing the title battle against Australia by 6 wickets on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. PM Modi was himself present at the stadium to watch the Indian team take on Australia in a bid to end the 12-year wait for the ODI World Cup. But, Pat Cummins's men got the better of Rohit Sharma's army, much to the disappointment of the host country. Seeing the likes of Rohit, Virat Kohli and others dejected, PM Modi joined them in Team India's dressing room and tried to lift their spirits.

Ranveer Singh Becomes India's 'Most Animated Cheerleader' At Cricket World Cup Final. Videos Viral

The Indian cricket team captured a billion-plus imaginations as it romped into the final of the Cricket World Cup 2023. At home, on the back of a 10-match winning streak, the Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team was the favourites going into the title clash against Australia. However, what happened at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, broke a billion hearts, The Pat Cummins-led Australian cricket team came out all guns blazing and trumped India in all departments. Their bowlers restricted India to just 240 while Travis head ensured Australia reached the target without any problem.

Watch: Glenn Maxwell's Throw Hits Virat Kohli In World Cup Final. Here's What Happened Next

A funny reaction of Virat Kohli from Cricket World Cup 2023 final match is going viral on social media. The Indian star was in the crease when a throw from Maxwell almost hit Kohli on latter's head. The batter showed good reflexes to bring his right hand in the line the ball in time while bending down to save himself. In the follow-up, Maxwell was spotted saying something to Kohli with a smile on his face and the latter brushed shoulders with his Australian opponent in a funny exchange.

Pics: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Dejected As India Suffer Bitter World Cup Final Defeat

The Indian cricket team's dream of winning the Cricket World Cup 2023 for the third time in its history ended on a sour note, as Australia secured a comfortable victory in the final, lifting the coveted trophy for the 6th time in their history. India, who were unbeaten in the tournament until the final, couldn't produce the same magic in the summit clash, leaving the players on the field shattered and heartbroken. Mohammed Siraj couldn't control his tears as Australia hit the winning runs while the likes of KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Mohammed Shami, and others were dejected.

Australia's Victory In Ahmedabad Caps The Best World Cup Win, Says Michael Vaughan

Former England captain Michael Vaughan rated Australia's World Cup triumph as the best in the tournament's history after they upstaged a rampaging India in front of a vociferous crowd of over one lakh, completing a remarkable comeback following a horror start to their campaign. Entering the final after 10 wins on the trot, India were the overwhelming favourites in the summit showdown but Australia played a near-perfect game to emerge triumphant for a record-extending sixth title. "Australia's victory in Ahmedabad caps the best World Cup win I can remember in my time playing and covering cricket," Vaughan began his column in the 'Daily Telegraph'. "To beat this India team, in front of more than 100,000 Indian supporters, on a pitch meant to suit the hosts, is an extraordinary sporting achievement, especially after starting the tournament with two losses," he added. Australia bowled out India for a below par 240 after skipper Pat Cummins opted to field first at the 1,30,000 capacity Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

"Just One Bad Day...": Sachin Tendulkar's Message For Team India After Cricket World Cup 2023 Heartbreak

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar congratulated the Australian team for clinching their record sixth ODI World Cup trophy and shared a heartwarming message for the Indian team. India came close yet ended up being too far from clinching the much-awaited Cricket World Cup trophy. Australia produced their best cricket in the entire tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium leaving the Indian fans heartbroken. Sachin admitted that the Baggy Greens played better cricket and praised the Men in Blue for giving their all throughout the tournament. "Congratulations to Australia on their sixth World Cup win. On the most important day of the biggest stage, they played better cricket. Hard luck Team India, just one bad day in an otherwise sterling tournament can be heartbreaking. I can imagine the agony of the players, fans and well-wishers and what they must be going through. Losses are a part of the sport but let us remember that this unit gave their all for us throughout the tournament," Sachin wrote on X.

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Watch: As A Dejected Rohit Sharma Walked Away After World Cup Final, Crowd Shouted...

Virat Kohli's Incredible Gesture For Glenn Maxwell Despite India's Defeat In World Cup Final

Video: PM Modi's Pep Talk In India Dressing Room After World Cup Final Loss

Ranveer Singh Becomes India's 'Most Animated Cheerleader' At Cricket World Cup Final. Videos Viral

Watch: Glenn Maxwell's Throw Hits Virat Kohli In World Cup Final. Here's What Happened Next

Pics: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Dejected As India Suffer Bitter World Cup Final Defeat

Australia's Victory In Ahmedabad Caps The Best World Cup Win, Says Michael Vaughan

"Just One Bad Day...": Sachin Tendulkar's Message For Team India After Cricket World Cup 2023 Heartbreak