In a momentous triumph, Pat Cummins’ Australian team emerged victorious in the World Test Championship Final against India, solidifying their position as the reigning force in red-ball cricket. This victory completes Australia’s remarkable collection of all four major ICC tournament titles, establishing them as the only team to achieve this feat. The pivotal turning point in the match came in the form of Scott Boland’s double-wicket over during the early stages of the fifth day’s play, setting the stage for Australia’s resounding success.
As the final day commenced, Rohit Sharma’s men pinned their hopes on the experienced batting duo of Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane. However, disaster struck India when Kohli’s penchant for flirting with wide deliveries proved costly. The formidable Scott Boland dismissed him, courtesy of an exceptional catch taken by Steve Smith at second slip.
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India’s fortunes further dwindled when Boland struck again in the same over, removing star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja with a remarkable delivery for a duck. These twin strikes dealt a severe blow to India’s chances of winning the WTC Final. Nevertheless, Rahane showcased resilience and contributed valuable runs, displaying his trademark elegant shots.
Wicketkeeper-batsman KS Bharat faced a stern test against left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc, enduring a thunderbolt that struck his helmet. A partnership started to build between India’s last recognized batting pair, briefly rekindling the hopes of Indian fans at The Oval. However, like Kohli, Rahane fell victim to a wide delivery outside the off stump, edging the ball to the keeper.
Rahane’s departure all but sealed Australia’s maiden triumph in the competition, reducing the result to a mere formality. Nathan Lyon trapped Shardul Thakur plumb in front of the wicket for a duck, while Mitchell Starc unleashed a menacing bouncer to dismiss Umesh Yadav.
With wickets tumbling rapidly, KS Bharat took a chance against the seasoned Australian spinner, only to perish after an ambitious slog. Indian speedster Mohammed Shami delayed the inevitable with some eye-catching shots, but Australia wrapped up a comprehensive victory by dismissing Mohammed Siraj.
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Australia’s dominant performance in the World Test Championship Final cements their status as the pinnacle of the Test cricket world, leaving a lasting mark on the tournament and etching their name in cricket history.
Congratulations, Australia! 🇦🇺
A roaring victory in the ICC World Test Championship 2023 Final 🎉#WTC23 | #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/VE01bWheMQ
— ICC (@ICC) June 11, 2023
The perfect start to an English summer. Congratulations @CricketAus controlled the match from day one. #WTC2023 🏆
— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) June 11, 2023
Congratulations @patcummins30 💛💚
and @CricketAus for becoming World Test Champions 🙌🏽,
Now bring on the Ashes 👊🏽,
We might witness one of the best Ashes in the history 💭 #WorldTestChampionshipFinal #Champions #Australia #Ashes2023— Fawad Ahmed (@bachaji23) June 11, 2023
Well played and congratulations Australia on winning the WTC Title 👏🏽 They were the better team across 5 days and deserved the win! #WTCFinal2023 pic.twitter.com/dbx0ogUFQR
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) June 11, 2023
There’s something about Australia…they come with a built-in software of champions.
Congratulations on winning another tournament!Tough luck for our #TeamIndia.#WTCFinals pic.twitter.com/9A1i12X6RW
— DK (@DineshKarthik) June 11, 2023
Australia aHead of the game after a third session on day one that saw 150 runs for no wicket off 34 overs. The Indian bowlers coming off a T20 tournament were short of long format fitness. That was the difference. #INDvAU
— Brad Hogg (@Brad_Hogg) June 11, 2023
Great work to the Aussie side on winning the #WTC 🏆 Travis Head…well played & Smith doing what he does in England. Scoring runs for fun. Now to celebrate, then onto the #Ashes
— Lisa Sthalekar (@sthalekar93) June 11, 2023
Well done Aussie! Quality team from top to bottom. Well deserved👏
— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) June 11, 2023
The Aussies have been the best team over 2 yrs .. thoroughly deserved winners of the #WTC2023Final .. They are a very well oiled unit .. Now for the #Ashes .. Cannot wait for the next 7 weeks ..
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) June 11, 2023
💔 TEAM INDIA FOREVER 🇮🇳
📷 Getty • #RohitSharma #ViratKohli #WTCFinal #WTC23 #INDvAUS #AUSvIND #TeamIndia #BharatArmy pic.twitter.com/c5fSlbef42
— The Bharat Army (@thebharatarmy) June 11, 2023
Test to T20 is doable vice Versa is very hard especially for a Batsman hats off Ajinkya Rahane #WTC2023Final
— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) June 11, 2023