As the cricketing world remains on the edge of its seat amid the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023, sports presenter Grace Hayden has made waves by sharing her predictions on the teams she believes will make it to the grand finale.
Grace, daughter of former Australia opener Matthew Hayden, offered her insights during a recent broadcast, capturing the attention of cricket enthusiasts globally.
Semifinals line-up for ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
The league stage concluded this Sunday, determining the semi-finalists as India, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand – mirroring the lineup from the 2015 World Cup semi-finals. In the 2019 edition, England joined India, Australia and New Zealand in the top four.
In the upcoming semi-finals, India will clash with New Zealand at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on November 15, while South Africa is set to meet Australia for the second semi-final at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens on November 16.
The grand finale of the World Cup 2023 is scheduled for Sunday, November 19, at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.
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Grace Hayden’s prediction
According to grace, the two teams destined for the highly-anticipated final showdown are none other than the cricket powerhouses, Australia and India.
Her prediction places these teams in the spotlight for their exceptional performances throughout the tournament. India, led by the charismatic Rohit Sharma, has exhibited stellar form, winning all their league matches and securing a spot in the semi-finals. Australia, the five-times champion, have also displayed remarkable skill, setting the stage for an exciting clash should Hayden’s prophecy come true.
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As the ODI World Cup progresses through the knockout stages, fans will be eagerly watching to see if Hayden’s vision aligns with the unfolding reality on the cricket field. The prospect of an India vs Australia final has undoubtedly heightened the tournament’s drama, making every match a crucial step toward potentially historic encounters.
