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Australia emerged victorious on Sunday, clinching their 6th ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup title with a 7-wicket win over India. Despite the defeat and some challenges in the group stage, Team India left an indelible mark on cricket history by setting several records. Let's delve into the key moments of India's campaign.
Virat Kohli, the ODI batting maestro, played a pivotal role in India's stellar performance, scoring three centuries in the World Cup. Kohli's remarkable 50th ODI century broke the Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 ODI centuries, making him on the greatest of the sport.
Indian pacer Mohammed Shami concluded the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 as the leading wicket-taker. Despite missing the first half, Shami made a profound impact, taking 24 wickets in seven matches with an impressive average of 10.70. His remarkable figures included three five-wicket hauls and a four-wicket haul, setting a new bowling standard for Indians in World Cup history. He single-handedly took 7 wickets against New Zealand in the semi-final match.
Hardik Pandya's ligament tear against Bangladesh sidelined him for the entire World Cup, disrupting the team's middle-order balance. The absence of the dynamic all-rounder, known for his hitting prowess and medium-pace bowling, posed challenges for India in the final against Australia.
India shattered Australia's long-standing record by reaching fifty in 6.3 overs during the ODI World Cup 2023 final. This milestone made India's fifty the fastest in any ODI World Cup final, surpassing Australia's record set in 2003.
Team India amassed a total of 3150 runs in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, showcasing their batting prowess. Notable performances included scoring 397 against New Zealand in the semi-final and a formidable 410 against Netherlands in the group stage.
Virat Kohli, with a stellar performance, was named the Player of the Tournament at ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. His impressive tally of 765 runs, including three centuries and six half-centuries, with an average of 95.63, earned him the prestigious accolade.
Team India enjoyed an unbeaten streak of 10 matches during the World Cup, showcasing unparalleled dominance until succumbing to Australia in the final. This winning streak stands as the longest by any team in any World Cup edition.
Despite the final loss to Australia, India secured a $2 million prize from the ICC for finishing as the runners-up in the World Cup 2023. Their exemplary performance in the group stage, winning all nine matches, earned them an additional $360,000, bringing Team India's total earnings from the tournament to $2,360,000.