Even as Ajinkya Rahane and Shardul Thakur managed to reignite India's hope of making a comeback in the WTC final, Australian bowlers once again showcased their prowess, with skipper Pat Cummins dismissing Rahane at the beginning of the second session.
India skipper Rohit Sharma's decision of bowling first initially seemed to have paid off. However, Head and Smith's unbeaten partnership of 251 runs put the Australians in the driver's seat at the close of play on Day 1.
At Lunch, Australia were 73/2 (23) with Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith holding fort for the Baggy Greens at their individual scores of 26(61)* and 2(7)* respectively.
The Indian Test team is set to face Australia in one of the games that could define their legacy and the prowess they have gained in the recent time as they made their way into the World Test Championship 2023 final by defying the odds.
Before the start of WTC cycle 2019-21, The World Test Championship winner was determined by a ranking system from 2003 to 2019. On April 1 every year, the Test championship mace was given to the top-ranked team along with cash prize. Australia has emerged as the top-ranked team on this cut-
Marnus Labuschagne praised Warner and said "one of the favourite things he does is running between the wickets, I just love the intensity he brings to the crease"
The Australian cricket team are training in Beckenham for the World Test Championship (WTC) final against India which will be held on June 7 to June 12.
Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne pointed out the threat the Indian bowler carries with the 'Duke' ball ahead of the World Test Championship 2023 (WTC) final against India on June 7.
Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting believes that the conditions of the Oval will be similar to Australia and this will give the Aussies a slight edge against India in the World Test Championship 2023 final.
Steve spoke about his first session with the team, his excitement for playing in the County Championship and how much he's looking forward to playing against Australian teammate Marnus Labuschagne.