ICC World Cup 2023 Rewind: Reminiscing Incredible Feats And Records Of ODI Cricket
The 2023 ICC World Cup unfolded over a thrilling span of six weeks, featuring 48 matches of captivating ODI cricket among 10 proud cricket countries. Filled with remarkable achievements and new records, the ODI World Cup witnessed impressive performances from various players and teams, rewriting the history books in several aspects of the game.
Australia extend dominance with sixth World Cup crown
Australia emerged as the winners by defeating India in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The six-wicket victory further cemented their status as the most dominant team in cricket's history.
Individual brilliance was showcased by players like Travis Head, whose superb 137 off 120 in the final marked only the second instance of a centurion in a World Cup final chase. Australia had bowled out India on 240 and chased down the target in exactly 43 overs.
ICC World Cup 2023 league stage
India dominated the group stage, winning all nine matches and securing the top spot with 18 points. South Africa followed, winning seven out of nine games despite a surprise loss to the Netherlands and a heavy defeat by India post-qualification.
Australia recovered from initial losses to India and South Africa, winning seven consecutive matches to qualify with 14 points. New Zealand clinched the final knockout spot, earning ten points after a strong start followed by four consecutive defeats.
Pakistan (8 points), Afghanistan (8 points), England (6 points), Sri Lanka (4 points), the Netherlands (4 points) and Bangladesh (4 points) ended the league stage in respective order.
Top run scorers
Virat Kohli's exceptional form throughout the tournament led him to set multiple records, including the most runs in a single World Cup edition (765) and