Australian Deputy PM Marles to Attend World Cup Last in Ahmedabad on Behalf of PM Albanese – News18

The anticipation is palpable for the India vs Australia World Cup closing in Ahmedabad, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese receiving an invite to witness the November 19 conflict on the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Whereas Albanese acquired the invitation, sources stated that PM Albanese appointed Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles to characterize him on the match. Marles is visiting India to take part within the India-Australia 2+2 Dialogue.

Earlier in March, Albanese was seen on the similar Ahmedabad floor together with Prime Minister Narendra Modi through the fourth Check between India and Australia. Nevertheless, this time stakes are a lot larger.

This closing showdown marks a major occasion, with India and Australia locking horns in an ODI World Cup closing after a hiatus of 20 years. The final encounter between these cricket giants occurred in 2003, with Sourav Ganguly main the Indian staff and Ricky Ponting on the helm for Australia.

The trail to the ultimate witnessed outstanding performances. Below the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, India secured their spot by defeating New Zealand by a convincing 70-run margin within the first semifinal. In the meantime, Pat Cummins led Workforce Australia with swagger, triumphing over Temba Bavuma’s Workforce South Africa by three wickets in an exciting second semifinal held at Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens.

Earlier than the grand closing conflict, each side clashed earlier within the event at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. India received that match, defeating Australia by six wickets, with KL Rahul named the Participant of the Match. India and Australia have confronted one another 13 occasions in World Cup matches. Australia claimed victory in eight matches, whereas India triumphed in 5, demonstrating prowess each when setting and chasing scores.

(With inputs from Shalinder Wangu)