ODI World Cup 2023: David Warner Shouts And Leaves The Field Fuming After Another DRS Call Goes Against Australia [WATCH]
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The Australian cricket team, captained by the talented Pat Cummins, had a spectacular day at the ODI Cricket World Cup 2023 against Sri Lanka in Lucknow on Monday. Amidst the excitement, one incident caught everyone's attention - David Warner's reaction to an LBW decision. The explosive left-handed batter was visibly fuming over the umpire Joel Wilson's call, which left the audience on the edge of their seats.
David Warner left angry after contentious LBW call vs Sri Lanka
Australian opener David Warner was in full swing and had just begun his rampage when, in the fourth over, he had to bid adieu to the ground. The reason? Pacer Dilshan Madushanka's back-of-the-length delivery moved towards his leg. In an attempt to steer the ball towards the on-side, Warner hopped, but in vain.
Dilshan Madushanka appealed, and umpire Joel Wilson adjudged him out. Warner opted for DRS to challenge the decision, but unfortunately, the umpire's call stood. The mood in the stadium was intense as Warner let out a roar of frustration, leaving everyone wondering what could have been.
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ā Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket) October 16, 2023
The Australian cricket team has finally tasted success in the World Cup campaign with an impressive win against Sri Lanka on Monday. Thanks to their potent bowling attack and focused batting display, the Aussies were in complete control of the game.
Although things didn't start well for Australia as David Warner, who is playing his last ODI World Cup, departed early with just 11 runs on the board. But, despite the early setback, Australia's batters didn't lose their nerve and clinched a well-deserved five-wicket win.
Sri Lanka had a glimmer of hope when Dilshan Madushanka dismissed Steve Smith for a duck, but Australia's resilience proved too much for the Sri Lankans to handle. The match was on the edge, with Australia in a spot of bother after losing a few quick wickets. But then, Mitchell Marsh and Marnus Labuschagne took it upon themselves to steer the innings in the right direction, preventing another batting collapse for the Aussies.
Mitchell Marsh played a superb knock of 52 runs before he was run out due to a brilliant piece of fielding by Karunaratne. Kusal Mendis showed no mercy as he dislodged the stumps before Marsh could reach the crease. Josh Inglis joined forces with Labuschagne, and the duo played beautiful cricket. However, Madushanka had other plans as he claimed the wicket of Labuschagne for 40 runs in the 29th over.
Josh Inglis continued to play a crucial knock, scoring 58 runs off just 59 balls before being dismissed by Dunith Wellalage. But, the Baggy Greens were not to be denied victory, thanks to the contributions from Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, who scored unbeaten 31 and 20 runs respectively to take their team home. On the other hand, Sri Lanka had a forgettable outing as they were bundled out for just 209 runs in 43.3 overs.