On 15 November 2023, in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 semi-final at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India won the toss and chose to bat first, scoring 397/4 in 50 overs. New Zealand, in the second inning, scored 327/10 in 48.5 overs. India won by 70 runs.
India’s victory secured their place in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final.
Key Performances:
- India’s top scorers: Virat Kohli (117 runs), Shreyas Iyer (105 runs), and Shubman Gill (80 runs).
- New Zealand’s top scorer: Daryl Mitchell (134 runs).
- Mohammed Shami of India was named Player of the Match, taking 7 wickets and conceding 57 runs in 9.5 overs.
Q.: Which team did India defeat to reach the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023?
a. New Zealand
b. Australia
c. England
d. Pakistan
Ans : a. New Zealand
