'Australia are still very vulnerable': Gambhir downgrades AUS' performance yet deems them lethal

Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir believes Australia is still vulnerable, despite a thrilling three-wicket win over South Africa in the semi-finals. Chasing 213, Australia nearly made a feast of the task before Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc contributed an unbroken 22 to eke out a win. Team India, their final opponent, has been in blistering form throughout the tournament, winning all ten games en route to the top battle.

3 things you need to know

• Team India defeated New Zealand in semi-final 1 to march into the final of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023
• Australia got the better of South Africa at Eden Gardens to become the second finalist
• The India vs Australia World Cup 2023 final will be held on November 19, 2023

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Gautam Gambhir says Australia are vulnerable yet lethal

Speaking to Star Sports after Australia's semi-final win, Gambhir did not feel like the side played their best in the game.

"Don't think Australia brought their A-game in the semi-final. Australia are still very vulnerable, but yes, they know how to win these knockout games. India will have to play their A-game in the final, which they have been playing since the last 10 matches. India are going to be very confident facing Australia in Ahmedabad," Gambhir said.

Despite the shaky victory, the Men in Yellow have now won eight straight games after losing their first two against India and South Africa.

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India vs Australia: World Cup 2023 Final Preview

Australia will compete in its eighth ODI World Cup final. They have won five of the previous seven, including three consecutive victories in 1999, 2003, and 2007. As for India, it is their 4th World Cup final. The team attained glory in 1983 and 2011, and the only time it came up short was in 2003 when Australia were at their dominant best. However, times have changed since then and when it comes to this edition of the World Cup, Team India is unbeaten and may serve the cold dish of revenge to the Aussies. India may enter with momentum and confidence as they defeated Australia quite convincingly by 6 wickets in the league stage. So, with all to look forward to the colossal encounter will take place on November 19, 2023, at the Narendra Modi Stadium.