The pitch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is expected to be even, with both batters and bowlers finding support from the surface’s hardness and liveliness. Australia, seeking redemption after a washout, boasts strengths in captain Marsh’s leadership and Hazlewood’s bowling prowess, while India relies on their recent Asia Cup victory and strong opening combinations. The predicted playing 11s for Australia and India include key players like Mitchell Marsh, Josh Hazlewood, Shubman Gill, and Jasprit Bumrah, setting the stage for an intense battle at the MCG.
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India's women's cricket team secured their first ICC Women's World Cup title and a record prize purse of ₹167.66 crore by defeating South Africa in the final. With a total prize pool of USD 13.88 million, India received USD 4.48 million directly from the ICC as champions, marking the highest payout in women's cricket history. In recognition of their historic win, the BCCI is planning a massive bonus of ₹125 crore for the players and support staff, highlighting the sport's growing popularity and India's dominance on the global stage. Full Article
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