WEB DESK: In the crucial super 8 match in T20 World Cup 2024, Australia won the toss and elect to bowl against India.
In the crucial super 8 match being played in the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia, Australia won the toss and decided to field first against India .
Australian skipper Mitchell Marsh cited their preference to chase on what appeared to be a promising track. “We’ve been in these situations before, and in this stage of the tournament, every match is a must-win. There’s pressure, but we back ourselves,” Marsh remarked confidently.
His Indian counterpart, Rohit Sharma, expressed a similar desire to bowl first but remained optimistic about the pitch’s consistency. “The pitch looks good right now; hopefully, it stays that way. We’ve adapted well so far, and we’re looking forward to another opportunity to perform,” Sharma said, emphasizing India’s readiness.
Australia made a strategic change, bringing in Mitchell Starc in place of Ashton Agar, while India retained their winning combination from the previous match.
