ICC World Cup 2023: Mitchell Marsh propels Australia to resounding victory

PUNE: Mitchell Marsh's outstanding century played a pivotal role in securing Australia's seventh consecutive victory in the ongoing World Cup. With seven wins from nine matches, Australia enters the semifinals with confidence. In the recent match against Bangladesh, Australia clinched a resounding 8-wicket win.

Australia displayed dominance while chasing a target of 307. Despite Travis Head's early dismissal, the duo of David Warner (53) and Mitchell Marsh (177*) forged a formidable 120-run partnership for the second wicket. Warner, having contributed with a fifty, departed, but Steven Smith (63*) provided crucial support to Marsh, guiding their team to victory. Marsh, in the process, achieved his highest ODI score. Powered by their 175-run partnership, Australia reached 307/2 in 44.4 overs.

Batting first, Bangladesh received notable contributions from all their batsmen, particularly Towhid Hridoy (74) and Shanto (45), who impressed with their innings. Thanks to their efforts, Bangladesh posted a total of 306/8 in 50 overs.

Australia is slated to face South Africa in the semifinals on November 16, while Bangladesh concludes their disappointing campaign in the tournament with another unfortunate defeat.

Scorecard

Bangladesh: 306/8 (50 overs)

Australia: 307/2 (44.4 overs)