David Warner has responded to Mohammad Kaif’s comments on Australia’s World Cup win, stating that “it doesn’t matter what’s on paper” when it comes to winning the World Cup.
After Australia’s seven-wicket victory over India in the 2023 World Cup final, in an interview with Star Sports, former India batsman Kaif said, “I will never accept that the best team won. I can’t do it,” he said. The Indian team is the best team on paper. ”
Reply to quote from comment about Delivering When It Matters. That’s why they call it the finale. This is an important day and it could go either way, this is sport. 2027 is coming.
I like MK, issue is it does not matter what’s on paper. At the end of the day you need to perform when it matters. That’s why they call it a final. That’s the day that counts and it can go either way, that’s sports. 2027 here we come 👍 https://t.co/DBDOCagG2r
– David Warner (@davidwarner31) 22. November 2023
India entered the final in Ahmedabad unbeaten to this point in the tournament. However, they were bowled out for 240 by Australia, who won with seven overs to spare thanks to Travis Head’s 137 off 120 balls. With this win, Australia clinched their sixth Men’s ODI World Cup trophy and India are looking to win yet another ICC Men’s Trophy after winning at home in the 2011 World Cup. Masu.
Warner had announced that he wanted to retire from international cricket after the 2024 T20 World Cup, so this tournament was expected to be his last for Australia. Warner, 37, scored 535 runs and hit a record double century in the tournament. However, the end of his term leaves the door open for the next edition to be held in South Africa in 2027. If Warner actually participates in this tournament, he will be in his 41st year.
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