Thu, May 02, 2024

Warner and Maxwell Shine as Australia Crushes Netherlands in Record-Breaking World Cup Clash

Australia secured a stunning 309-run victory against the Netherlands in Delhi. David Warner notched his sixth World Cup century, equaling Sachin Tendulkar's record. Meanwhile, Glenn Maxwell registered the fastest World Cup century in just 40 balls.

Key Highlights:

  • Margin of Victory: Australia's 309-run win is the highest in World Cup history.

  • Maxwell's Record-Breaking Century: Glenn Maxwell's remarkable century in 40 balls was the fastest in World Cup history, shattering the previous record held by Aiden Markram.

  • Maxwell's Explosive Finish: Maxwell scored 72 runs in the last five overs of Australia's innings, marking the third-highest in the last five overs of an ODI innings.

  • Bas de Leede's Costly Spell: Bas de Leede conceded 115 runs in his ten overs, setting the record for the most expensive bowling figures in ODIs.

  • Warner's Milestone: David Warner registered his sixth World Cup century, tying with Sachin Tendulkar and becoming Australia's leading century-maker in the World Cup.

  • Australia's Total: Australia's total of 399/8 is their second-highest in World Cup history, with their highest being 417/6 against Afghanistan in 2015.

  • Boundary Blitz: Australia hit 57 boundaries (42 fours and 15 sixes), making it the joint second-highest boundary count in a World Cup innings.

  • Maxwell-Cummins Stand: The partnership between Glenn Maxwell and Pat Cummins had a run-rate of 14.37, making it the third-fastest century stand in all World Cups in terms of scoring rate.

  • Zampa's Hat-Trick: Adam Zampa's 4/8 against the Netherlands marked his third consecutive match with four or more wickets in this World Cup.

Australia's dominant performance and record-breaking achievements solidify their position as a strong contender in the ongoing ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023.

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