India vs Australia WTC Final 2023: India Battled Despite 2 Days of Defeat
The India Cricket Team faced a challenging two days of play in the World Test Championship Final against Australia. Despite the battering, they managed to keep themselves alive in the match. Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green will start Day 4 with a lead of 296 for the Aussies. Rohit Sharma and his team will be hoping for a strong performance on Saturday, however, the London weather could be a spoilsport with rain predicted for Day 4.
India Bowled Out for 296, Australia Take 173-Run Lead
India were bowled out for 296 in the WTC 2023 Final, giving Australia a lead of 173 runs. Ajinkya Rahane missed out on a century, while Shardul Thakur smashed his 3rd fifty in 3 innings at The Oval, helping his team avoid the follow-on. Ravindra Jadeja was the pick of the bowlers, taking the wickets of Travis Head and Steve Smith, as Australia ended the day on 123/4.
Rain Predicted for India vs Australia WTC Final 2023 Day 4
According to AccuWeather.com, there is a prediction of rain on Day 4 and Day 5 of the India vs Australia WTC Final 2023. Additionally, there is a yellow warning issued for thunderstorms. India will be hoping that the weather holds up on Saturday, so that they can make a comeback and level the score.
Conclusion
The India Cricket Team have been put in a difficult position after two days of play in the World Test Championship Final against Australia. With a lead of 296, the Aussies are in a strong position, however, India will be hoping for an inspired performance on Day 4. Unfortunately, the London weather could be a hindrance, with rain predicted for Saturday. It remains to be seen if India can make a comeback and level the score.