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The cricketing world is buzzing with excitement as the semi-final line-up for the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 has been confirmed. India and South Africa have secured their spots in the penultimate stage of the tournament, setting the stage for thrilling encounters against New Zealand and Australia, respectively.
India vs New Zealand: A Clash of Titans in Mumbai India, the table-toppers after an impressive group stage performance, will face New Zealand in Semi-Final 1 at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, 15 November, at 2 pm IST. The Wankhede Stadium holds fond memories for Indian fans, as it witnessed a stunning 302-run victory against Sri Lanka earlier in the competition. The match promises to be a rematch of the 2019 semi-final, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans.
South Africa vs Australia: Battle Royale in Kolkata In the second semi-final on Thursday, 16 November, South Africa, who finished second in the group stages, will lock horns with third-placed Australia at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens at 2 pm IST. The winner of this clash will earn the right to challenge the victor of the India vs New Zealand encounter in the grand finale.
Historical Repeat: Echoes of the 2015 World Cup Semi-Finals Interestingly, this semi-final line-up echoes the 2015 World Cup, where India, Australia, and New Zealand also made it to the last four. In that edition, India faced Australia, reminiscent of the upcoming semi-finals.
Pakistan’s Heartbreak: Exit from the Tournament The road to the semi-finals for Pakistan came to an abrupt end as they failed to improve their Net Run Rate (NRR) in the crucial match against England in Kolkata. England’s captain, Jos Buttler, opted to bat first, dealing a decisive blow to Pakistan’s hopes. Pakistan faced the daunting task of chasing 338 runs in just 6.4 overs, a mission that proved insurmountable.
The Countdown to the Finale: Ahmedabad Awaits The 13th edition of the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup is hurtling towards its climax, with the final scheduled to take place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, 19 November. Anticipating a massive turnout, over 100,000 fans are expected to witness the thrilling conclusion to this global sporting event.
India vs New Zealand: A 2019 Rematch Beckons In a delightful twist of fate, India is set to face New Zealand in a World Cup semi-final for the second successive time. The Kiwis officially qualified for the semis after Pakistan’s defeat against England. Memories of the 2019 edition resurface as the two teams prepare for another intense encounter. While New Zealand emerged victorious in the rain-hit semi-final in Manchester four years ago, India seeks redemption in their quest for a spot in the final.
As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the semi-final clashes, the stage is set for high-stakes battles, reminiscent of cricketing history. Will India overcome the Kiwi challenge, and can South Africa outshine Australia? The answers will unfold in Mumbai and Kolkata, leading to a crescendo at Ahmedabad for the grand finale of the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023.