In a devastating loss at the World Cup 2023 final, India succumbed to Australia by 6 wickets. The defeat, after a remarkable 10-game winning streak, left the nation in despair.
The day after this defeat, star pacer Mohammed Shami’s estranged wife Hasin Jahan, shared a cryptic video, featuring a Bollywood dialogue in the background: “Akhir main achhe log jaroor jitte hai” (In the end, victory belongs to the good-hearted).
The meaning behind Jahan’s viral video remains unclear. It raises speculation about whether she aimed a subtle remark at her former husband, Mohammed Shami, or intended to motivate the Indian team after their heartbreaking loss.
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Australia’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss proved fruitful. Although Rohit Sharma provided a strong start, Shubman Gill’s early dismissal halted India’s momentum. Rohit, too, fell short of a half-century at 47 runs. Despite half-centuries from Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, and efforts by Suryakumar Yadav, India could only manage a total of 240 after 50 overs.
While India’s bowlers initially made an impact, capturing three wickets for 47 runs, Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne’s formidable 192-run partnership turned the tide. Head’s century marked a historic moment as he became the 7th batter to achieve this feat in a World Cup final. Consequently, India suffered a 6-wicket loss, allowing Australia to claim their 6th ICC World Cup title.