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The World Cup 2023 final is confirmed, featuring a showdown between India and Australia in Ahmedabad on November 19.
It marks the second time these two cricket powerhouses will meet in a World Cup final since the memorable clash in 2003 that left Indian hearts shattered. Currently, both teams are in excellent form, with India boasting a 10-match winning streak that commenced with a victory over Australia in Chennai.
Australia faced initial setbacks with two losses, but they rebounded impressively with an eight-match winning streak. Their journey to the final included a nail-biting encounter against South Africa, where they clinched victory by three wickets.
Setting the stage for a thrilling final against India, this marks the third ICC event final between the two cricketing giants. Australia holds a formidable 2-0 record against India in such finals, securing victories in the 2003 World Cup and the 2023 World Test Championship final.
The top two teams in the ODI rankings, India and Australia, are set to renew their rivalry in the 2023 World Cup final. India, on a formidable 10-match winning streak, previously defeated Australia by six wickets in Chennai during their encounter in this edition.
The history of their World Cup clashes dates back to the 1983 edition, where Kapil Dev’s team suffered a significant 162-run defeat. India swiftly turned the tables, securing a 118-run victory in their last group-stage match. In the ODI World Cup history, the two cricket powerhouses have faced each other 13 times, with Australia holding the edge in the head-to-head record with 8 wins against India’s 5 defeats.
