'These People Deserve Punishment': Netizens bash Mitchell Marsh for disrespecting World Cup trophy

After winning the ICC ODI World Cup for the record-extending 6th time, Australian players went into the celebration mode. So much so that one of their actions did not go well with the enthusiasts of the game. Following the victory, various stills of team members posing with the trophy came forward, and among them, Mitchell Marsh's picture has called in contentious remarks.  

3 things you need to know

• Australia defeated India by 6 wickets in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 final
• Virat Kohli won the Player of the Tournament award for scoring the most runs in the competition
• Mitchell Marsh's pic with the World Cup has drawn criticism

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Mitchell Marsh's picture with World Cup trophy draws out flak

While some hold the trophy close to their heart, in many cases the expressions tell the delight. Sachin Tendulkar on the other hand lifted the trophy in some style, when India won the ODI World Cup in 2011.

However, times have evidently changed as Mitchell Marsh has showcased a new way of posing with the trophy. The Aussie batter, who was instrumental during his side's progress in the World Cup, got hold of the trophy and placed his feet on top of it. His picture with the trophy in the manner exhibited has infuriated the fans and many users on social media have criticised him for disrespecting the top prize of the sport. Here's how Marsh opted to have a memory with the grand gold trophy.

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Netizens bash Mitchell Marsh for disrespecting ICC ODI World Cup trophy

Upon noticing the Mitchell Marsh's pic, many fans took to X to express their discontent with the player. Here are a few of the many tweets.

Australia have claimed the ODI World Cup for the record 6th time. Mitchell Marsh scored a total of 441 runs in this edition of the World Cup.