Despite a comeback by Indian pacers, Australia strengthened their position in ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final as they dismissed both Indian openers in the second session of the second day of Thursday after scoring 469 runs
The 29-year-old right-arm fast-medium bowler reached this milestone during India's ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia at The Oval.
Engineer said, "It does not get bigger than this and that's why I am here to support my beloved country. Although I am wearing an MCC tie, as am their honorary life member, India's decision after winning the toss was a bit surprising. I think they decided to bowl first as they did not want t
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.
Australia ended at the top of the WTC table with 11 wins, three losses, five draws in 19 matches whereas India ended in second position with 10 wins, five losses and three draws.
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.
In India's great run in the ICC World Test Championship 2021-23 cycle, there have been some performers which put the entire nation and cricket fraternity in awe with their performances. In this two-year cycle, India saw lot of their players step up and emerge as match-winners for their side.
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.
Former Australian cricketer Greg Chappell believes that the Indian bowling attack will be an equal match-up for the Australian bowling line-up in the World Test Championship final.