Australia's elimination from the T20 World Cup 2024 followed Afghanistan's thrilling victory over Bangladesh in their final Super 8 encounter on Tuesday. Led by Mitchell Marsh, Australia faced an unexpected defeat to Afghanistan and a subsequent loss to India, effectively halting their tournament campaign. India's 24-run triumph over Australia was particularly satisfying for fans, viewed as a form of retribution for Australia's defeat in the Cricket World Cup 2023 final in Ahmedabad.
During the India-Australia match, Australian captain Pat Cummins endured jeers from a spectator as he departed following his dismissal. The spectator shouted, "Hey Pat! That's payback for 2023, remember Ahmedabad? You're going home tomorrow." This incident was captured on video and quickly spread across social media platforms.
In the game itself, Rohit Sharma's exceptional 92 propelled India to a commanding total of 205/5. In response, Travis Head led the Australian batting, but Arshdeep Singh's three wickets and Kuldeep Yadav's two ensured a comprehensive victory for India.
Reflecting on the match, Rohit Sharma expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, emphasising their ability to navigate challenging conditions and execute their strategies effectively. He highlighted the crucial contributions of individual players and the strategic use of bowlers like Kuldeep Yadav.
Looking forward to the semi-final against England, Rohit Sharma underscored the importance of consistency and playing with freedom, without overcomplicating matters. He anticipated a competitive encounter against England but reiterated the team's commitment to focusing on their own game plan.
The upcoming clash promises to be an enthralling battle as India continues their pursuit of T20 World Cup glory.