The entire world was patiently waiting for the epic showdown between India and Australia in the high-octane World Test Championship (WTC) finals 2023. It will be taking place at The Oval and is slated to begin from 3:00 PM (IST).
India will be desperate to continue their stupendous form against Australia and clinch off their first silverware at the international world stage since the ICC Champions Trophy 2013.
Australia on the other hand would be hoping to win a silverware for the first time since their ICC T20 World Cup 2021 win at UAE. The Pat Cummins led side have a long summer ahead as they also have the Ashes 2023 series against England.
In this article, we take a look at 3 vice-captain choices for this IND vs AUS WTC final game at The Oval:
1. Virat Kohli (India)
The doyen of world cricket, Virat Kohli has previously been the number 1 Test batter for a very long time. India’s hopes in the WTC finals will be pinned on one of the greatest players to have ever graced the game.
With a stupendous average of 48.9, the 34-year-old talismanic batter would be hoping to add another silverware to his already glittering trophy cabinet. Overall, Virat Kohli has amassed 8416 runs in Test cricket.
2. Steve Smith (Australia)
Very few people would disagree with the fact that Australian top-order batter Steve Smith is one of the world’s best Test players at the moment. A cricketer who lives and breathes cricket, Steve Smith is Australia’s best bet in this pulsating WTC finals 2023.
Steve Smith has scored 8792 runs in Test cricket and has a mind-boggling average of 59.8. He is a very good player of swing and it will be interesting to see his match-ups with the Indian pacers.
3. Mohammad Shami (India)
Pacer Mohammad Shami will be a vital cog for India in the WTC finals 2023. He recently finished as the leading wicket-taker in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, with 28 wickets under his belt.
With form on his side, Mohammad Shami will be lethal with the new ball. If India wins the toss, then Mohammad Shami should be handed over the bright new red-cherry. He is sure to wreak havoc with his weapon and spit fire with his excruciating bowling.
Shami has so far notched up 225 wickets in 63 Test matches and is a instrumental player in the team of India.
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