India have played quality cricket in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cwc-cricket-world-cup/" title="World Cup 2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener">World Cup 2023</a> under Rohit Sharma to storm into the final after winning ten consecutive games. Now, the stage is set for the Men in Blue to lift the coveted World Cup trophy on November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;

However, the five-time champions will clash against Australia, who are looking to spoil the hosts’ party and win the title for the sixth time. Rohit Sharma and Co. will have to be cautious of the Pat Cummins-led side as there are instances to recount where the Men in Yellow wrecked India’s dreams of winning massive International Cricket Council (ICC) competitions in the past.

Here are the three instances when Australia wrecked India’s hopes in the ICC events

3. India versus Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) final 2023

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317520861_WTC-2023.jpeg" alt="WTC 2023." loading="lazy"><figcaption>WTC 2023. (Photo Source: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Before the 2023 World Cup, India and Australia faced each other in the WTC final 2023 at the Oval. At the toss, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/rohit-sharma-gets-irritated-as-phone-rings-during-press-conference-says-switch-it-off/" title="Rohit Sharma" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rohit Sharma</a> emerged victorious and invited the Aussies to bat first. After the early fall of top-order batters, Steven Smith and Travis Head stood at the crease and stitched a 285-run partnership.

Smith went back to the pavilion after scoring 121 while the southpaw notched up 163 runs. The batting efforts from both players helped the Aussies to post 469 runs on the board. Following the humongous total, India could rack up only 296 runs riding on Ajinkya Rahane’s fine knock of 89 (129).

After achieving a 173-run lead, Australia added 270 runs in the second innings which set a target of 444 runs for India. Chasing the enormous target, India failed to handle pressure and capitulated on 234. In the end, Australia emerged victorious by 209 runs, and India’s dream of winning the WTC mace was shattered for the second time. Head received the Player of the Match award for his stunning batting performance.&nbsp;

2. India versus Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317636213_India-vs-Australia-in-the-World-Cup-2015-semi-final.jpeg" alt="India vs Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final." loading="lazy"><figcaption>India vs Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final. (Photo Source: Steve Christo/Corbis via Getty Images)</figcaption>

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-analysis/odi-world-cup-2023-final-australias-strongest-predicted-playing-xi-against-india/" title="Australia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australia</a> won their fifth title in the World Cup 2015 under Michael Clarke in their own backyard. During their marvellous journey, they beat the MS Dhoni-led India by 95 runs in the second semi-final at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Dhoni and Co. were unbeaten in the tournament before the knockout game against the Men in Yellow.

On the big day, luck favoured the hosts as their skipper Clarke won the toss and elected to bat first. Following the early dismissal of David Warner, Aaron Finch and Steven Smith held their nerve and produced spunky knocks. Smith went on to score a scintillating ton and the opener played a superb innings of 81.

Mitchell Johnson made a remarkable cameo with his bat at number nine, scoring an unbeaten 27 runs off just nine balls which helped the Aussies put up 328 runs on the board. Confronting Australia’s disciplined bowling attack, India got bundled out on 233. Virat Kohli, who was one of the main batters in India’s line-up, was dismissed on one after facing 13 deliveries. James Faulkner picked up three wickets and became the highest wicket-taker for the Aussies in the game. &nbsp;&nbsp;

1. India versus Australia in the World Cup 2003 final

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317722628_India-vs-Australia-in-the-World-Cup-2003-final.jpeg" alt="India vs Australia in the World Cup 2003 final." loading="lazy"><figcaption>India vs Australia in the World Cup 2003 final. (Photo Source: Michael Steele/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Australia became the most successful team in the history of the World Cup after defending the title successfully under Ricky Ponting in the World Cup 2003, jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Kenya. Throughout the competition, Ponting and Co. played a fierce brand of cricket and clinched the trophy for the third time winning 11 games on the trot.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-analysis/from-manchester-melancholy-to-mumbai-magnificence-indias-journey-of-getting-over-kiwi-jinx/" title="India" target="_blank" rel="noopener">India</a>, who looked impressive under Sourav Ganguly’s leadership, qualified for the final after winning nine consecutive contests. In the final at the New Wanderers Stadium, India skipper Ganguly won the toss and invited the Aussies to bat first. Ganguly’s decision backfired as the Men in Yellow amassed 359 runs on the board.&nbsp;

Ponting hit an unbeaten knock of 140 (121) and led his side from the front on the crucial day. Following the huge target of 360 runs, India were bowled out on 234. Glenn McGrath spearheaded Australia’s pace attack confidently, grabbing three wickets which included the prized scalp of Sachin Tendulkar as well.&nbsp;

India have played quality cricket in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cwc-cricket-world-cup/" title="World Cup 2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener">World Cup 2023</a> under Rohit Sharma to storm into the final after winning ten consecutive games. Now, the stage is set for the Men in Blue to lift the coveted World Cup trophy on November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;
However, the five-time champions will clash against Australia, who are looking to spoil the hosts’ party and win the title for the sixth time. Rohit Sharma and Co. will have to be cautious of the Pat Cummins-led side as there are instances to recount where the Men in Yellow wrecked India’s dreams of winning massive International Cricket Council (ICC) competitions in the past.
<h3>Here are the three instances when Australia wrecked India’s hopes in the ICC events</h3>
<h3>3. India versus Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) final 2023</h3>
<figure class="image" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317520861_WTC-2023.jpeg" alt="WTC 2023." width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<figcaption>WTC 2023. (Photo Source: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)</figcaption>
</figure>
Before the 2023 World Cup, India and Australia faced each other in the WTC final 2023 at the Oval. At the toss, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/rohit-sharma-gets-irritated-as-phone-rings-during-press-conference-says-switch-it-off/" title="Rohit Sharma" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rohit Sharma</a> emerged victorious and invited the Aussies to bat first. After the early fall of top-order batters, Steven Smith and Travis Head stood at the crease and stitched a 285-run partnership.
Smith went back to the pavilion after scoring 121 while the southpaw notched up 163 runs. The batting efforts from both players helped the Aussies to post 469 runs on the board. Following the humongous total, India could rack up only 296 runs riding on Ajinkya Rahane’s fine knock of 89 (129).
After achieving a 173-run lead, Australia added 270 runs in the second innings which set a target of 444 runs for India. Chasing the enormous target, India failed to handle pressure and capitulated on 234. In the end, Australia emerged victorious by 209 runs, and India’s dream of winning the WTC mace was shattered for the second time. Head received the Player of the Match award for his stunning batting performance.&nbsp;

<h3>2. India versus Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final</h3>
<figure class="image" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317636213_India-vs-Australia-in-the-World-Cup-2015-semi-final.jpeg" alt="India vs Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final." width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<figcaption>India vs Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final. (Photo Source: Steve Christo/Corbis via Getty Images)</figcaption>
</figure>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-analysis/odi-world-cup-2023-final-australias-strongest-predicted-playing-xi-against-india/" title="Australia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australia</a> won their fifth title in the World Cup 2015 under Michael Clarke in their own backyard. During their marvellous journey, they beat the MS Dhoni-led India by 95 runs in the second semi-final at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Dhoni and Co. were unbeaten in the tournament before the knockout game against the Men in Yellow.
On the big day, luck favoured the hosts as their skipper Clarke won the toss and elected to bat first. Following the early dismissal of David Warner, Aaron Finch and Steven Smith held their nerve and produced spunky knocks. Smith went on to score a scintillating ton and the opener played a superb innings of 81.
Mitchell Johnson made a remarkable cameo with his bat at number nine, scoring an unbeaten 27 runs off just nine balls which helped the Aussies put up 328 runs on the board. Confronting Australia’s disciplined bowling attack, India got bundled out on 233. Virat Kohli, who was one of the main batters in India’s line-up, was dismissed on one after facing 13 deliveries. James Faulkner picked up three wickets and became the highest wicket-taker for the Aussies in the game. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<h3>1. India versus Australia in the World Cup 2003 final</h3>
<figure class="image" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317722628_India-vs-Australia-in-the-World-Cup-2003-final.jpeg" alt="India vs Australia in the World Cup 2003 final." width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<figcaption>India vs Australia in the World Cup 2003 final. (Photo Source: Michael Steele/Getty Images)</figcaption>
</figure>
Australia became the most successful team in the history of the World Cup after defending the title successfully under Ricky Ponting in the World Cup 2003, jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Kenya. Throughout the competition, Ponting and Co. played a fierce brand of cricket and clinched the trophy for the third time winning 11 games on the trot.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-analysis/from-manchester-melancholy-to-mumbai-magnificence-indias-journey-of-getting-over-kiwi-jinx/" title="India" target="_blank" rel="noopener">India</a>, who looked impressive under Sourav Ganguly’s leadership, qualified for the final after winning nine consecutive contests. In the final at the New Wanderers Stadium, India skipper Ganguly won the toss and invited the Aussies to bat first. Ganguly’s decision backfired as the Men in Yellow amassed 359 runs on the board.&nbsp;
Ponting hit an unbeaten knock of 140 (121) and led his side from the front on the crucial day. Following the huge target of 360 runs, India were bowled out on 234. Glenn McGrath spearheaded Australia’s pace attack confidently, grabbing three wickets which included the prized scalp of Sachin Tendulkar as well.&nbsp;

India have played quality cricket in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cwc-cricket-world-cup/" title="World Cup 2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener">World Cup 2023</a> under Rohit Sharma to storm into the final after winning ten consecutive games. Now, the stage is set for the Men in Blue to lift the coveted World Cup trophy on November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;
However, the five-time champions will clash against Australia, who are looking to spoil the hosts’ party and win the title for the sixth time. Rohit Sharma and Co. will have to be cautious of the Pat Cummins-led side as there are instances to recount where the Men in Yellow wrecked India’s dreams of winning massive International Cricket Council (ICC) competitions in the past.
<h3>Here are the three instances when Australia wrecked India’s hopes in the ICC events</h3>
<h3>3. India versus Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) final 2023</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317520861_WTC-2023.jpeg" alt="WTC 2023." loading="lazy">
<figcaption>WTC 2023. (Photo Source: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)</figcaption>
</figure>
Before the 2023 World Cup, India and Australia faced each other in the WTC final 2023 at the Oval. At the toss, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/rohit-sharma-gets-irritated-as-phone-rings-during-press-conference-says-switch-it-off/" title="Rohit Sharma" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rohit Sharma</a> emerged victorious and invited the Aussies to bat first. After the early fall of top-order batters, Steven Smith and Travis Head stood at the crease and stitched a 285-run partnership.
Smith went back to the pavilion after scoring 121 while the southpaw notched up 163 runs. The batting efforts from both players helped the Aussies to post 469 runs on the board. Following the humongous total, India could rack up only 296 runs riding on Ajinkya Rahane’s fine knock of 89 (129).
After achieving a 173-run lead, Australia added 270 runs in the second innings which set a target of 444 runs for India. Chasing the enormous target, India failed to handle pressure and capitulated on 234. In the end, Australia emerged victorious by 209 runs, and India’s dream of winning the WTC mace was shattered for the second time. Head received the Player of the Match award for his stunning batting performance.&nbsp;

<h3>2. India versus Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317636213_India-vs-Australia-in-the-World-Cup-2015-semi-final.jpeg" alt="India vs Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final." loading="lazy">
<figcaption>India vs Australia in the World Cup 2015 semi-final. (Photo Source: Steve Christo/Corbis via Getty Images)</figcaption>
</figure>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-analysis/odi-world-cup-2023-final-australias-strongest-predicted-playing-xi-against-india/" title="Australia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australia</a> won their fifth title in the World Cup 2015 under Michael Clarke in their own backyard. During their marvellous journey, they beat the MS Dhoni-led India by 95 runs in the second semi-final at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Dhoni and Co. were unbeaten in the tournament before the knockout game against the Men in Yellow.
On the big day, luck favoured the hosts as their skipper Clarke won the toss and elected to bat first. Following the early dismissal of David Warner, Aaron Finch and Steven Smith held their nerve and produced spunky knocks. Smith went on to score a scintillating ton and the opener played a superb innings of 81.
Mitchell Johnson made a remarkable cameo with his bat at number nine, scoring an unbeaten 27 runs off just nine balls which helped the Aussies put up 328 runs on the board. Confronting Australia’s disciplined bowling attack, India got bundled out on 233. Virat Kohli, who was one of the main batters in India’s line-up, was dismissed on one after facing 13 deliveries. James Faulkner picked up three wickets and became the highest wicket-taker for the Aussies in the game. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<h3>1. India versus Australia in the World Cup 2003 final</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1700317722628_India-vs-Australia-in-the-World-Cup-2003-final.jpeg" alt="India vs Australia in the World Cup 2003 final." loading="lazy">
<figcaption>India vs Australia in the World Cup 2003 final. (Photo Source: Michael Steele/Getty Images)</figcaption>
</figure>
Australia became the most successful team in the history of the World Cup after defending the title successfully under Ricky Ponting in the World Cup 2003, jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Kenya. Throughout the competition, Ponting and Co. played a fierce brand of cricket and clinched the trophy for the third time winning 11 games on the trot.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-analysis/from-manchester-melancholy-to-mumbai-magnificence-indias-journey-of-getting-over-kiwi-jinx/" title="India" target="_blank" rel="noopener">India</a>, who looked impressive under Sourav Ganguly’s leadership, qualified for the final after winning nine consecutive contests. In the final at the New Wanderers Stadium, India skipper Ganguly won the toss and invited the Aussies to bat first. Ganguly’s decision backfired as the Men in Yellow amassed 359 runs on the board.&nbsp;
Ponting hit an unbeaten knock of 140 (121) and led his side from the front on the crucial day. Following the huge target of 360 runs, India were bowled out on 234. Glenn McGrath spearheaded Australia’s pace attack confidently, grabbing three wickets which included the prized scalp of Sachin Tendulkar as well.&nbsp;

India have played quality cricket in the World Cup 2023 under Rohit Sharma to storm into the final after winning ten consecutive games. Now, the stage is set for the Men in Blue to lift the coveted Wo

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IND vs AUS ICC World Cup Events: Check out three instances when Australia dashed India's hopes in major cricket tournaments, leaving Indian fans heartbroken.

3 Instances when Australia crushed India’s hopes in ICC Events

IND vs AUS ICC World Cup Events: Check out three instances when Australia dashed India's hopes in major cricket tournaments, leaving Indian fans heartbroken.

1. India versus Australia in the World Cup 2003 final