The Cricket World Cup is a major international cricket tournament that is held every four years. The tournament is contested by the top 10 cricket-playing nations in the world. The 2023 Cricket World Cup was held in India from October 14 to November 20. India defeated New Zealand in the final to win the tournament.
India’s Dominance
India’s six players in the ICC’s Team of the Tournament are Rohit Sharma (captain), Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, and Mohammed Shami. Rohit Sharma was the leading run-scorer in the tournament, with 648 runs. Virat Kohli was the second-leading run-scorer in the tournament, with 544 runs. KL Rahul was the leading wicketkeeper-batsman in the tournament, with 584 runs and 22 catches. Jasprit Bumrah was the leading wicket-taker in the tournament, with 27 wickets. Ravindra Jadeja was the second-leading wicket-taker in the tournament, with 24 wickets. Mohammed Shami was the third-leading wicket-taker in the tournament, with 23 wickets.
New Zealand’s Contribution
New Zealand’s five players in the ICC’s Team of the Tournament are Kane Williamson (captain), Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Daryl Mitchell, and Devon Conway. Kane Williamson was the leading run-scorer for New Zealand in the tournament, with 505 runs. Trent Boult was the leading wicket-taker for New Zealand in the tournament, with 21 wickets. Tim Southee was the second-leading wicket-taker for New Zealand in the tournament, with 19 wickets. Daryl Mitchell was the leading run-scorer in the final, with 88 runs. Devon Conway was the wicketkeeper-batsman for New Zealand in the tournament, with 346 runs and 19 catches.
India Dominates with Six Players
India is the most represented country in the Team of the Tournament, with six players selected. This includes captain Rohit Sharma, who led the team to the final, as well as Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, and Mohammed Shami.
Rohit Sharma: A Captain’s Performance
Rohit Sharma was one of the standout players for India in the World Cup. He scored two centuries and five half-centuries, and he also led the team with intelligence and determination. Sharma was a deserving choice for captain of the Team of the Tournament.
New Zealand’s Strong Showing
New Zealand is the other team with multiple players in the Team of the Tournament. The Black Caps have five representatives: Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Daryl Mitchell, and Devon Conway.
H3: Kane Williamson: A Leader on and off the Field
Kane Williamson was another key player for New Zealand in the World Cup. He scored two centuries and three half-centuries, and he also led the team with integrity and resilience. Williamson was a worthy selection for the Team of the Tournament.
Conclusion:
The ICC’s Team of the Tournament is a fitting tribute to the players who have excelled in the Cricket World Cup. With six players from India and five from New Zealand, the finalists have dominated the team, and they have shown why they are the two best teams in the world.