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[Saba Sports News] After losing their first two matches against India and South Africa in the ODI World Cup 2023, Australia faced a critical situation. However, under Pat Cummins’ leadership, they remarkably won nine consecutive matches, culminating in a victory against India in the final in Ahmedabad, securing their sixth ODI world title.
Australia’s coach Andrew McDonald shared insights into the team’s mindset following their initial losses. He emphasized that there was no panic, and the team maintained belief in their strategy. He highlighted the importance of unity and avoiding blame games, focusing on sticking to their original plan.
McDonald recalled a team meeting after the loss to South Africa, reinforcing their commitment to the established game plan. He stressed the significance of not pivoting strategies in response to early setbacks, as it could lead to panic and undermine their preparations. This approach was similar to their comeback in a Test series in India, where they were initially 0-2 down.
In the final match, Australia dominated for most of the game. Despite a strong start by India’s Rohit Sharma, India was eventually all out for 240. Australia initially struggled at 47/3, but a 192-run partnership between Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne turned the game around, leading to their triumph in the tournament.