• Australia defeated New Zealand in Match 27 of ODI World Cup 2023.

  • Travis Head was named Player of the Match for his splendid century.

Twitter reactions: Travis Head’s ton steals the show as Australia beat New Zealand in a nail-biting thriller – ODI World Cup 2023
Australia beat New Zealand in a thriller (Image Source: Twitter)

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In a nail-biting encounter that had cricket fans on the edge of their seats, Australia emerged victorious over New Zealand in the 27th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The contest, held at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, featured scintillating performances with both the bat and ball, ultimately resulting in Australia clinching the win by a margin of just 5 runs.

Travis Head powers Australia to a massive total

New Zealand, after winning the toss, chose to bowl first, putting Australia to bat. The Australian innings proved to be a run-fest, as they posted an imposing total of 388 runs for the loss of 10 wickets in 49.2 overs. Travis Head was the standout performer with a breathtaking century, scoring 109 runs off just 67 deliveries.

Head was well-supported by David Warner, who contributed 81 runs, and a solid batting effort from the rest of the team. Australia’s innings featured a flurry of boundaries and sixes, leaving New Zealand with a daunting target.

Also READ: World Cup 2023 – David Warner surpasses Ricky Ponting in a six-hitting record during AUS vs NZ clash

Rachin Ravindra and James Neesham’s efforts in vain

In response, New Zealand’s batters showcased remarkable resilience. Rachin Ravindra played a sensational innings, scoring 116 runs off 89 balls, while Daryl Mitchell (54) and James Neesham (58) made vital contributions. However, despite a valiant effort, New Zealand fell just short of their target. The team managed to reach a commendable total of 383 for the loss of 9 wickets in their 50 overs.

Australia’s bowlers, led by Adam Zampa with 3 wickets, and a spirited performance from the other bowlers, played a pivotal role in securing the narrow victory. New Zealand, on the other hand, was led by Ravindra’s all-round display with the bat.

In the end, it was a thrilling contest that showcased the spirit of cricket, with both teams displaying remarkable skill and determination. However, Australia managed to hold their nerve and secure a hard-fought victory, winning by a margin of just 5 runs.

Also READ: World Cup 2023 – Fans go gaga as New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra lights up Dharamsala with a brilliant century against Australia

Here is how Twitter reacted:

https://twitter.com/SeerviBharath/status/1718252608085766313

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