India is all set to take on the Australia in Match 48 of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 on Sunday, November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both the teams have a star-studded squad that can change the course of the game with their abilities. India is the favourite to win this encounter against Australia.
India and Australia have a fierce rivalry in the format. Both teams have played 150 ODI matches, with India winning 57 games and Australia winning 83 games so far in the head to head encounters. In this article, we will take a look at the key player battles to watch out for in the match 48 of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 between India and Australia.
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Here are three player battles to watch out for during IND vs AUS final match:
1) Virat Kohli vs Mitchell Starc
Virat Kohli boasts an impressive track record against Australia, amassing 2228 runs in 45 ODI innings at an average of 53.04 and a brisk strike rate of 95.25. His tally includes eight centuries and 12 fifties. On the bowling front, Mitchell Starc has clinched 26 wickets at an average of 34.38 and a strike rate of 33.57 in 17 ODI innings against India.
2) David Warner vs Jasprit Bumrah
David Warner has been a formidable force against India, accumulating 1174 runs in 24 ODI innings at an average of 51.04 and an impressive strike rate of 99.40. His performances feature three centuries and nine half-centuries. In response, Jasprit Bumrah has claimed 26 wickets in 19 ODI innings against Australia, with an average of 36.38.
3) Rohit Sharma vs Josh Hazlewood
Indian captain Rohit Sharma has been a consistent performer against Australia, notching up 2332 runs in 43 ODI innings at an average of 59.79 and a dynamic strike rate of 95.53 including eight centuries and nine half-centuries. Overcoming the challenge posed by Josh Hazlewood will be pivotal for Rohit Sharma, as the Australian pacer has taken 12 wickets in nine matches.