India's search for a third title and a perfect end to a dream tournament  

Betting Odds

Our Predictions 

• Virat Kohli has odds of 3.79 to be the best batsman for India.  
• David Warner has odds of 3.87 to be Australia's best batsman. 
• Mohammad Shami has odds of 3.64 to be India's best bowler.  
• Mitchell Starc and Adam Zampa share odds of 3.51 to be Australia's best bowler.  

MATCH PREVIEW     

We are in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final, and the stage is all set for a thrilling contest. Hosts India, who started as the favorites on cricket betting sites, shall take in five-time champions Australia in the title decider at Ahmedabad. We have seen two exciting semifinals. The Indians had a scare against New Zealand in the 1st semifinal but eventually won the game by a considerable margin. Despite what most cricket betting tips had suggested, the Australians nearly fumbled in their small chase against the South Africans in the 2nd semifinal before the lower middle order rescued them.  

The Indians defeated Australia in the league phase, and the hosts will look to draw inspiration from that. The Australians haven't lost in the final since 1999 and have always done well on the big stage. The Indian team will have close to a hundred thousand people cheering for them and would like to leverage the home advantage. We expect a thrilling contest on the pitch and the cricket betting apps.  

 
India Preview     

It has been a perfect run for Rohit Sharma's side. They started with the best odds and have maintained a clean record, winning all their league games. The batting line-up has been on song and displayed its firepower against New Zealand in the 1st semifinal in Mumbai. They batted the Kiwis out of the game with a score of 397 runs. Though the lack of depth in the bowling attack was exposed, it was a comprehensive 70-run win for the team. Sharma has led from the front and shall look to do the same here and win the trophy for the third time.  

Rohit Sharma has been the underrated hero for the side, providing great starts, and has already made 550 runs. He will look to put up a big partnership with Shubman Gill at the top. It has been Virat Kohli's best performance ever, with 711 runs under the belt. He must build partnerships in the middle order with KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer. Suryakumar Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja are excellent hitters and will look to dominate the Aussie attack towards the end.    

The Indian bowling faced the first test in the tournament in their last game. The Aussies will come hard at them, and the side needs a good show from Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj with the new ball. Mohammad Shami has 23 wickets in six games and has been the pick of the bowlers. He must do well as the first change to demolish the Aussie batting. The side lacks depth in the bowling department and shall need tight spells from Kuldeep Yadav and Jadeja in the middle overs.         
 

Expected Starting XI for India     

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami 

 
Australia Preview      

Pat Cummins' side has won eight games in a row. They had a poor start in the tournament but have gained momentum along the way. In the semifinal against South Africa, they displayed true Aussie character, winning by three wickets. Despite some hiccups in the run chase, the players held their nerves and took the side home. The odds are not in their favor, but they have an excellent record in the final, and Cummins and his boys would eye their sixth title in this game.  

David Warner has been in phenomenal form with 528 runs, and he will look to deliver an electrifying start with Travis Head. Mitchell Marsh is in good form and must do well in the middle order with Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne. Josh Inglis played a vital knock in the semifinal, and he will look to add runs in the lower middle order with Maxwell, Mitchell Starc, and Pat Cummins.  

The Australian bowling attack found its mojo in the last game. Mitchell Starc has hit form, which is excellent news for the side, and he will need to strike early with Josh Hazlewood, as the Indian top order has been brilliant throughout this tournament. Adam Zampa has 22 wickets to his name, and his spell in the middle overs with Cummins will be crucial. Maxwell and Travis Head must deliver the goods in the supporting role.  

Expected Starting XI for Australia     

Pat Cummins (c), David Warner, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa 

TOSS: To Bat First      

There will be pressure on both teams during the big final. We have seen teams defend big scores successfully at this venue. The ball is swinging under lights, and chasing a score isn't easy in a final. The side winning the toss won't hesitate to bat first and take  

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS      

We expect a warm and humid day in Ahmedabad. The batting surface has been excellent, and batsmen have played on the up. The spinners have caused a few doubts in the minds of batsmen and they will be able to turn the ball. The side batting first will need 320 runs to feel safe on this wicket. 

OUR PREDICTION      

The Australians have big-match players. They will know that the pressure will be more on the Indians and shall look to exploit it in this game. Their bowlers and the middle order haven't been in great form, and the side will look to get the best out of them. Indians have ticked all the boxes, and the process has worked for them. They will look to execute their plans as they have done so far. We expect a cracker of a contest, but the Indians have an edge.  

Our Prediction is for India to win  

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