Unbeaten during the tournament, India suffered a six-wicket loss to dominant Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup final. (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: It has been more than two years since Australia lifted the coveted ICC ODI World Cup 2023, handing hosts India a heartbreaking defeat. The loss shattered billions of dreams and disappointed fans, but the memories of lifting the trophy remain fresh for the Australian players.Australian spinner Adam Zampa, who is currently in Pakistan in the Pakistan Super League, was recently asked about his favorite cricketing memory.
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The next ODI World Cup is scheduled to be held in 2027 in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
