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World Cup 2023: Ricky Ponting names India as team to beat in the tournament

The former Australia team captain has dubbed Team India as the squad to watch out for in this prestigious tournament.

India’s stellar performance in the ODI World Cup 2023 has not only impressed fans but also caught the eye of cricketing legend Ricky Ponting. The former Australia team captain has dubbed Team India as the squad to watch out for in this prestigious tournament. Under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, the Indian team has displayed exceptional form, solidifying their position as a strong contender for the World Cup.

Ricky Ponting on India’s line-up

Ponting, in an interview with ICC media, expressed his views on India’s performance and prospects in the tournament. He remarked, “I said from the beginning that I think they are going to be the team to beat. They have a very talented team. Their fast bowling, spin department, and formidable batting lineup cover all the bases. Beating them will be a tough task, but we’ll see how they handle extreme pressure as the tournament progresses.”

Rickey Ponting praises Rohit Sharma’s captaincy

Speaking about Rohit Sharma, Ponting commended the Indian skipper, stating, “Rohit is a composed player, a highly capable batsman, and you can see that in the way he plays.” Rohit’s recent performances have indeed been outstanding, especially his innings of 131 runs against Afghanistan and a quickfire 86 runs against Pakistan.

Team India tops point table

With wins against Australia, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, Team India currently leads the points table, reflecting their dominance in the tournament. Their next challenge lies against Bangladesh in Pune on 19th October, and a victory in this match would mark their fourth consecutive win.

Team India has showcased excellence in batting, bowling, and fielding thus far, garnering high expectations from fans for consistent performances in the upcoming matches. The cricketing world eagerly awaits to witness how Team India carries forward their formidable form and strives for success in the remainder of the ODI World Cup 2023.

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