Shocking! Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Finch like controversial media post belittling Team India after ODI World Cup Final loss

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The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final between Australia and India, held on November 19, has left a lasting impact on the cricketing world. The Pat Cummins-led Australian team secured their record-extending sixth title by outplaying an undefeated Indian side in the tournament.

However, the post-match celebrations have stirred controversy from the Australian team and a section of the Aussie media has garnered widespread attention.

Australia's decision to field first after winning the toss at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad proved effective, as they bundled out the hosts for 240 runs in 50 overs. Mitchell Starc led the bowling attack with three crucial wickets, while skipper Pat Cummins and pacer Josh Hazlewood contributed with two wickets each.

Despite a promising start by Rohit Sharma, who scored a quickfire 47 off 31 balls, India faced a collapse after his dismissal. KL Rahul and Virat Kohli put up a fight with scores of 66 and 54, respectively, but lacked support from the rest of the batting lineup, resulting in a modest total of 240.

Australia faced an early scare in their chase, losing three wickets for just 47 runs. However, Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne turned the tide with a remarkable 192-run partnership for the fourth wicket.

Head - who even slammed a match-winning ton against India in the WTC 2023 Final which Australia won - played a fine knock, scoring a stunning century with 137 runs. While Marnus Labuschagne remained unbeaten on 58. Their efforts guided Australia to a comfortable victory with six wickets to spare, dashing Indian fans' hopes.

Australian Media Mocks Team India With Controversial Post

The post-match celebrations took an unfortunate turn when an Australian media page posted a derogatory and insulting headline aimed at demeaning the Indian cricket team.

The headline, "South Australian Man Gives Birth To World Record 11 Sons," sparked outrage among Indian fans as it belittled the efforts of the Indian cricketers in the final. Shockingly, Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell and former captain Aaron Finch reportedly liked the post on social media.

The controversy deepened when it was revealed that even the Australian captain, Pat Cummins, had initially liked the post but later unliked it after it gained widespread attention. The incident has led to disappointment and frustration among Indian cricket enthusiasts, who expected more sportsmanlike conduct from the victorious Australian team.

While Australia's triumph in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final is undoubtedly a remarkable achievement, the controversy surrounding the post-match celebrations has cast a shadow over their victory.

The incident serves as a reminder that the spirit of the game extends beyond the boundary, and players, both current and former, should uphold the values that make cricket a beloved sport worldwide.