Summary Highlights:
- India and Australia will play the final of the ICC World Cup 2023 on November 19 at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad.
- Both teams have been dominant and have a history of rivalry in cricket.
- The match is expected to be a high-octane affair, with both teams having star players and balanced performance.
- The craze for the match is at its peak, especially in India, where fans are paying exorbitant prices to watch the match live.
- The match will also be attended by some eminent personalities, both from the cricketing and political spheres, such as PM Narendra Modi, PM Anthony Albanese, Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, etc
The stage is set for the most anticipated cricket match of the year, as India and Australia will face each other in the final of the ICC World Cup 2023 on November 19. The two teams have been the most dominant forces in the tournament, and have a history of intense rivalry that goes back decades.
India, the hosts and defending champions, have reached the final after a convincing victory over New Zealand by 70 runs in the semi-final. Led by captain Rohit Sharma, India have displayed a balanced and formidable performance throughout the tournament, with contributions from all departments.
India’s batting line-up, featuring Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya, has been explosive and consistent, while their bowling attack, spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Ravindra Jadeja and Yuzvendra Chahal, has been lethal and economical.
Australia, on the other hand, have also been impressive and resilient, overcoming some tough challenges to reach the final. They defeated England by 19 runs in a thrilling semi-final, thanks to a brilliant century by Steve Smith and a five-wicket haul by Pat Cummins. Australia’s captain Aaron Finch has led from the front, scoring runs and marshalling his troops with aplomb. Australia’s strength lies in their depth and experience, with players like David Warner, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Starc and Adam Zampa, who can change the course of the game in a matter of overs.
The final match is expected to be a high-octane affair, with both teams leaving no stone unturned to lift the coveted trophy. The match will take place at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad, which has a capacity of 132,000 spectators, making it the largest cricket stadium in the world. The stadium has hosted two matches in the tournament so far, both won by India.
The craze for the match is at its peak, especially in India, where cricket is more than just a sport. Fans are willing to pay exorbitant prices to witness the historic clash live. Return ticket fares from major cities in India to Ahmedabad have witnessed an unprecedented hike between November 19 and 20. Routes from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata to Ahmedabad displayed substantial price surges, with return fares ranging between Rs 35,000 to Rs 80,000, marking a tenfold increase compared to usual rates.
The match will also be graced by the presence of some eminent personalities, both from the cricketing and political spheres. It is expected that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in addition to World-Cup winning captains Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, will attend the match. Even Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been invited to watch the cricket match at the stadium. Former cricketers Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh and more are also expected to be in attendance.
The match will be broadcasted live on various platforms, reaching millions of viewers across the globe. The match will start at 1:30 pm IST (8:00 am GMT), and will be followed by a grand ceremony to celebrate the winner. The match will be a test of skill, temperament, and passion, as both teams will give their best to claim the ultimate glory. It will be a match to remember, a match for the ages, a match that will decide the fate of the World Cup 2023.
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