In the 2023 ODI World Cup, Pat Cummins-led Australia defeated India by six wickets in the final to lift their sixth title. India was unbeaten in the tournament before faltering in the summit clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
In the ongoing T20 World Cup, India remains unbeaten with five consecutive wins, including two in Super Eight matches against Afghanistan and Bangladesh respectively.
"Playing against Australia in the upcoming T20 World Cup will be very emotional. I know how much this match means to the team and the fans, especially after our loss to them in the ODI World Cup at home. It will be more than just a game; it will be an opportunity for redemption and to show our resilience.
"The way we have been playing in the tournament so far has surely boosted the confidence of the players ahead of the much-awaited clash of titans. I hope the boys convert their emotions into strength and give everything they have," said Sreesanth in 'Caught & Bold Show' on Disney+ Hotstar.
Former India player Piyush Chawla added that choosing a balanced combination for the match will be crucial for both the teams. He highlighted that spinners will play a key role in breaking partnerships in the middle order.
"We have a crucial match against Australia and the pitch conditions will play an important role. Our playing XI must be well balanced, with a combination of pace and spin to exploit these conditions. The Australian batsmen are aggressive and pose a real threat. but we can counter that with disciplined bowling. It is essential that our bowlers keep tight lines and lengths, vary their pace and make intelligent use of the conditions," he said.
"Spinners can play a key role in targeting the middle order to break partnerships and maintain pressure. If we stick to our plans and execute well, we can nullify the Australian batting threat and put ourselves in a strong position to win," Chawla added. .
India will face Australia in their final Super Eight match at Gros Islet in St. Lucia on Monday.
A win against Australia will secure a place in the semi-finals for the Men in Blue, while a defeat would leave them dependent on the outcome of Tuesday's Afghanistan-Bangladesh match.
In the ongoing T20 World Cup, India remains unbeaten with five consecutive wins, including two in Super Eight matches against Afghanistan and Bangladesh respectively.
"Playing against Australia in the upcoming T20 World Cup will be very emotional. I know how much this match means to the team and the fans, especially after our loss to them in the ODI World Cup at home. It will be more than just a game; it will be an opportunity for redemption and to show our resilience.
"The way we have been playing in the tournament so far has surely boosted the confidence of the players ahead of the much-awaited clash of titans. I hope the boys convert their emotions into strength and give everything they have," said Sreesanth in 'Caught & Bold Show' on Disney+ Hotstar.
Former India player Piyush Chawla added that choosing a balanced combination for the match will be crucial for both the teams. He highlighted that spinners will play a key role in breaking partnerships in the middle order.
"We have a crucial match against Australia and the pitch conditions will play an important role. Our playing XI must be well balanced, with a combination of pace and spin to exploit these conditions. The Australian batsmen are aggressive and pose a real threat. but we can counter that with disciplined bowling. It is essential that our bowlers keep tight lines and lengths, vary their pace and make intelligent use of the conditions," he said.
"Spinners can play a key role in targeting the middle order to break partnerships and maintain pressure. If we stick to our plans and execute well, we can nullify the Australian batting threat and put ourselves in a strong position to win," Chawla added. .
India will face Australia in their final Super Eight match at Gros Islet in St. Lucia on Monday.
A win against Australia will secure a place in the semi-finals for the Men in Blue, while a defeat would leave them dependent on the outcome of Tuesday's Afghanistan-Bangladesh match.
