In a historic match on Wednesday, October 25, Australia showcased their cricket prowess as David Warner equaled Sachin Tendulkar’s six World Cup centuries, while Glenn Maxwell set a new record for the fastest century in World Cup history. This incredible performance led to Australia’s astounding 309-run victory over the Netherlands in Delhi.
Let’s dive into the numbers that defined this record-breaking Match 24 of the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023:
- 600 Wins Milestone: Australia became the first team to achieve 600 wins in ODIs, maintaining an impressive win-loss ratio of 1.724, second only to South Africa’s 1.757. India and Pakistan are the only other teams with 500-plus wins in the format.
- Record Win Margin: Australia’s 309-run victory is the second-highest win margin in ODIs in terms of runs and the highest ever in a World Cup game, surpassing their own record of 275 runs against Afghanistan in 2015.
- Maxwell’s Lightning Century: Glenn Maxwell’s century off just 40 balls was not only the fourth fastest ODI hundred but also the quickest in World Cup history. He completed his fifty off 27 balls and unleashed a spectacular display of power hitting.
- Historic Bowling Figures: Bas de Leede conceded 115 runs, making it the most expensive bowling performance in ODIs, surpassing the records held by Mick Lewis and Adam Zampa. This performance broke the previous World Cup record held by Rashid Khan.
- Warner’s World Cup Centuries: David Warner’s sixth World Cup century makes him the most prolific century scorer for Australia in the tournament, surpassing Ricky Ponting. He now shares the second spot with Sachin Tendulkar, with Rohit Sharma leading with seven World Cup centuries.
- Consecutive Centuries: Warner joined the elite club of Australian batters with two or more consecutive hundreds, following Mark Waugh, Ricky Ponting, and Matthew Hayden.
- Two Centuries in an Innings: This was the second time in World Cup history that two Australian batters registered centuries in the same innings. Warner and Maxwell’s outstanding performance was reminiscent of the first such instance involving Warner and Mitchell Marsh against Pakistan.
- High Total: Australia’s 399/8 was their second-highest total in World Cups, only behind their 417/6 against Afghanistan in 2015. It also marked the highest total against the Netherlands in the competition.
- Boundary Blitz: Australia hit 57 boundaries (42 fours and 15 sixes), the joint second-highest in a World Cup innings, tying with Sri Lanka’s record against Kenya in 1996. The overall record belongs to South Africa in the ongoing edition.
- Partnership Excellence: The partnership between Glenn Maxwell and Pat Cummins, with a run-rate of 14.37, became the third fastest century stand in all World Cups in terms of the scoring rate. It was also the highest partnership for the seventh wicket or below for Australia in the competition.
- Zampa’s Remarkable Form: Adam Zampa’s 4/8 from three overs against the Netherlands continued his impressive form, making him one of only three bowlers to bag at least four wickets in three consecutive World Cup outings. He also became the second Australian to achieve three consecutive five-fors in ODIs, following Shane Warne’s feat in 1996-97.
This match will be remembered as a spectacular showcase of cricketing excellence, with records broken and history made on the field.
- Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
