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India vs Australia – the Rivalry
On Sunday, November 19, the ICC World Cup final between India and Australia will take place in Ahmedabad. The highly anticipated match is scheduled to kick off at 2 pm IST, marking the second time these two teams clash in a World Cup final—their first encounter was in 2003.
In the preceding stages of this World Cup, India emerged victorious against the Kiwis in the first semi-final, while Australia triumphed over the Proteas, earning them a spot in the final showdown at the Narendra Modi Stadium. With a seating capacity for over 1 lakh spectators, the stadium is expected to be filled with enthusiastic supporters rallying behind Team India.
India’s journey to the final has been remarkable, winning 10 consecutive matches. Their tenth victory came in the semi-final against New Zealand, where they posted an impressive score of 397/4 and secured a 70-run win. Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer’s centuries played a crucial role, complemented by Mohammed Shami’s outstanding bowling performance of 7/57.
In a contrasting setting in Kolkata, Australia secured their place in the final with a nail-biting chase at the Eden Gardens, successfully pursuing a target of 213 in the second semi-final. This match mirrored the 1999 semi-final between the same teams at Edgbaston, where Australia, scoring 213, also emerged victorious against the Proteas.
Head-to-Head In World Cup ODIs
The cricket rivalry between India and Australia has deep historical roots, especially in the context of the World Cup format. In the ODI World Cups alone, these two formidable teams have crossed paths on 13 occasions, and Australia holds a slight advantage in their head-to-head record.
As anticipation builds, India and Australia are gearing up for a showdown in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This marks India’s fourth appearance in a World Cup final, whereas Australia will be competing in their eighth final.
Of the three finals India has contested, they emerged victorious twice, while Australia clinched victory in five out of the finals they have participated in so far.
ODI World Cup Matches – A Breakdown
The enduring cricketing feud between India and Australia has been punctuated by memorable contests over the years. As these two cricketing giants gear up for a showdown in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, let’s explore the rich tapestry of their historical confrontations.
Spanning from the early skirmishes in 1983 to the recent clash in 2023, each encounter has contributed layers to the narrative of this intense rivalry. The scoreboard serves as a chronicle of triumphs and defeats, with both teams showcasing their prowess on the cricket field.
This piece offers a comprehensive breakdown of India and Australia’s head-to-head matches, setting the stage for the anticipation and excitement surrounding their latest encounter in the 2023 World Cup.
- 1983: India and Australia meet twice in the group stage and win one match each. Australia defeats India by 162 runs, and on the second occasion, India defeats Australia by 118 runs.
- 1987: The two teams met twice in the group stage and win one match each. In the first match, Australia defeats India by 1 run, and in the second clash, India defeats Australia by 56 runs.
- 1992: Australia win by one run.
- 1996: Australia defeat India by 16 runs.
- 1999: Australia win by 77 runs.
- 2003: Australia win by nine wickets; Australia beat India by 125 runs (final).
- 2011: India beat Australia – five wickets (Quarter-Final Clash)
- 2015: Australia beat India by 95 runs (Semi-Final Clash)
- 2019: India win by 36 runs
- 2023: India defeated Australia by six wickets (October 8). India vs Australia Final on Nov 19 is awaited. (Finals)
ODI World Cup Records – Individual Category
- Highest Runs: Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 303 runs – 5 matches
- Most Wickets: Kapil Dev (India) – 9 wickets
- Highest Individual Score: Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 140 runs off 121 balls (2003 World Cup final)
- Most 100s: Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 2 centuries
- Most Sixes: Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 10 sixes
- Best Bowling Figures: Ken MacLeay (Australia) – 6/39 (1983 World Cup)
India vs Australia Head-To-Head Overall Stats
| Format | Test | ODI | T20I |
| Matches Played | 107 | 150 | 26 |
| AUS Won | 45 | 83 | 10 |
| IND Won | 32 | 57 | 15 |
India vs Australia Head-To-Head In Tests
| Matches Played | 107 |
| AUS Won | 45 |
| IND Won | 32 |
| Tied | 1 |
| Draw | 29 |
| %AUS | 42.05% |
| %IND | 29.90% |
| %Draw | 27.10% |
| First Played | 1947-48 |
| Last Played | 2023 |
India vs Australia Head To Head In ODIs
| Matches Played | 150 |
| AUS Won | 83 |
| IND Won | 57 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 10 |
| %AUS | 55.33% |
| %IND | 38 % |
| First Played | 1980 |
| Last Played | 2023 |
India vs Australia Head To Head In T20Is
| Matches Played | 26 |
| AUS Won | 10 |
| IND Won | 15 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
| %AUS | 38.46% |
| %IND | 57.69% |
| First Played | 2007 |
| Last Played | 2023 |
Conclusion
India and Australia boast a rich and captivating cricketing rivalry, and their clashes in the World Cup consistently generate immense anticipation. In the ODI World Cups, these two teams have crossed paths 13 times, with Australia maintaining a slight edge in the head-to-head record. Nevertheless, India has emerged victorious in the last two encounters between the two, notably the 2023 World Cup group stage match. The prospect of their next meeting in the ODI World Cup Final promises yet another closely contested and thrilling match.
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