Australia defeated India by 209 runs in the World Test Championship (WTC) final at The Oval on Sunday, June 11, 2023. Australia’s bowlers were in top form, dismissing India for 234 in their second innings, chasing a target of 444. Pat Cummins was the pick of the bowlers, taking 4 for 39. Marnus Labuschagne top-scored for Australia with 95 in their first innings. Australia’s victory was their first in a major ICC tournament since 2015. They are now the world Test champions.
Australia won the toss and elected to bat first. They made 369 in their first innings, thanks to centuries from Labuschagne and Steve Smith. India responded with 297 in their first innings, with Cheteshwar Pujara top-scoring with 96. Australia set India a target of 444 to win. They were bowled out for 234, with Cummins taking 4 for 39.
Australia’s victory is a major achievement for the team and for Australian cricket. It is a sign that Australia is back to being a major force in Test cricket.
