30/04/2026
Australia won the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup final on November 19, 2023, defeating host India by 6 wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium to secure their sixth title. Captain Pat Cummins famously stated beforehand that "there's nothing more satisfying than hearing a big crowd go silent" in reference to the hostile 130,000-plus crowd in Ahmedabad.
• Final Score: India 240/10 (50 overs) vs. Australia 241/4 (43 overs).
• Key Performers: Travis Head scored a brilliant 137 to anchor the chase, while Marnus Labuschagne remained 58*.
• Bowling: Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc executed their bowling plans perfectly on a slower wicket, limiting India's score after India were asked to bat first.
• The Moment: Australia effectively "silenced" the massive pro-India crowd by early wickets and steady batting, completing a dominant performance.
Pat Cummins' "Silence" Statement:
• The Intent: Before the final, Cummins noted that despite the one-sided crowd, hearing them go silent would be the ultimate goal, a feat they achieved through winning the match.
• Preparation: Cummins aimed to "embrace" the pressure of the hostile environment rather than be overwhelmed by it.
• Result: The statement became iconic as Australia went on to disrupt India’s tournament-long winning streak, validating Cummins' calm approach and the team's ability to operate in high-pressure environments.
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