Andrew McDonald reveals how Australia defied all odds to win ODI World Cup
Andrew McDonald has opened up about Australia’s sensational comeback in the ODI World CupOvercoming daunting odds, Australia’s recent World Cup triumph, stands as one of their most remarkable achievements. Firstly, facing an undefeated Indian juggernaut in the final, Australia defied expectations and emerged victorious. India’s dominance throughout the tournament had led many to believe that victory was a foregone conclusion, raising the question of how and what ifs, India would secure the title. This underscores the magnitude of Australia’s accomplishment.
Further adding to their victory, Australia faced a rocky start during the ODI World Cup, losing their first two games against India and South Africa. Despite having seven matches left and a reputation for resilience, many prematurely discounted their chances. Pundits disparaged them as a pale shadow of their Australian predecessors, predicting a prolonged and unceremonious tournament for the team.
Andrew McDonald spoke about Australia’s remarkable performance
Australia’s head-coach, Andrew McDonald recently opened about how the side managed to turn things around in such remarkable fashion, revealing that the team got together as one after the defeat to the Proteas. “There was a get-together post-game. But once again, that was really just to reinforce that we were on the right path. It was about, ‘Let’s stick to it and believe in what we’ve set out to achieve’, and that it will come to fruition eventually, albeit it didn’t in the first couple of games.
He lauded the players for showing a fight against Sri Lanka despite being in a bad position, having conceded 125 runs without picking up a single wicket. “We came up against Sri Lanka and I thought the bravery was in the moment where Pat Cummins bowled back-to-back bouncers. The second bouncer saw the downfall of Nissanka with a great running catch from Davey Warner. I think they were 0/125 at that point in time. No doubt people sitting back here probably thought that was the end of our World Cup.” “It was an incredible run, an incredible streak. We got going at the right time,” he added.
The Aussies are currently engaged in a T20 International series against India, the third game of which will be played later today at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati. Australia are in a must-win situation as they have lost the first couple of games in the five-match series.
