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[Saba Sports News] In the aftermath of the 2023 World Cup final, where Australia defeated India by six wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif labeled India as the best team on paper.
His comments on Star Sports post-match analysis sparked responses from the cricket community. Australian broadcaster Glenn Mitchell countered Kaif’s remarks, emphasizing that World Cup finals are decided on the field, not on paper, in a post on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter).
Australian cricketer David Warner joined the discussion, highlighting the importance of performance in crucial matches. Warner’s response on X to Mitchell’s post emphasized the unpredictability and significance of a final match, hinting at the 2027 World Cup.
Following the final, Indian captain Rohit Sharma admitted that his team fell short by 20-30 runs, conceding that the partnership between Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne was pivotal in shifting the game’s momentum. Rohit’s reflection underscored the critical moments that led to India’s loss in the championship game.