“It’s about embracing it”- Pat Cummins ready to face India in final of World Cup 2023 in front of ‘one-sided’ crowd.
The highly anticipated final of the ODI World Cup is on the horizon, featuring a clash between Team India and the formidable Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad this Sunday, November 19. After delivering stellar performances in the semi-finals, both teams have earned their spot in the pinnacle match of the tournament.
Under the captaincy of Pat Cummins, Australia secured a hard-fought victory against South Africa, winning by three wickets in the gripping semi-final held in Kolkata. Reflecting on the upcoming challenge against the undefeated Indian team, Cummins expressed confidence in Australia’s preparedness to face the Men in Blue.
Cummins conveyed the significance of confronting India and leading his team in a World Cup final, describing it as a special and unexpected honor. The Australian captain acknowledged the uniqueness of the moment, emphasizing the prestigious nature of playing in the final on Indian soil.
Pat Cummins said “Few of us have played in a final before; a couple of other guys in a T20 World Cup final, the stadium, the biggest in the world, is going to be packed, mostly going to be one-sided. But it’s about embracing it.”
“It is going to be pretty special. 2015 World Cup was one of the highlights of my career, never thought I’d be here playing another World Cup final in India,” added the Australian captain.