Australia defeats India by 66 runs in the last match ahead of World Cup 2023.

Australia put an end to their losing streak with a commanding 66-run victory over India, although they had already surrendered the series, with India claiming the previous two ODIs. In their pursuit of a daunting 353-run target, India was contained by Australia, managing only 286 runs in 49.4 overs. Despite this win, India ultimately secured the three-match series with a 2-1 scoreline.

The Australian team posted an imposing total of 352 for 7, thanks to significant contributions from Mitchell Marsh (96), Steve Smith (74), Marnus Labuschagne (72), and David Warner (56). On the bowling front, Jasprit Bumrah was the standout performer for India, taking three wickets for 81 runs, emerging as the most successful among the Indian bowlers.

India displayed resilience in their chase, led by captain Rohit Sharma, who scored 81 runs, and Virat Kohli, who contributed 56 runs. However, their efforts were eventually thwarted by the off-spin bowling of Glenn Maxwell