This preview has expired.

See all our latest betting tips or suggested betting sites

Thursday 25
Friday 26
Saturday 27
Sunday 28
Monday 29
Tuesday 30
Wednesday 1
Thursday 2
Friday 3
Saturday 4
Sunday 5

India vs Australia Predictions - Kohli to take India to World Cup glory

Ralph Staniforth

Editor

Last updated: 17 Nov 2023

Listen

Ralph Staniforth 17 Nov 2023

Share this article

Watch India vs Australia in the Cricket World Cup Final on Sunday (10:30 SAST)
Hosts have won their last 10 games
Can Aussies spoil the Indian party?

Expired

Virat Kohli can steer India to World Cup title (Getty Images)

India vs Australia Preview

It will take a brave person to bet against India on home soil given the form they are in. I am not willing so the value for me is in the run-scoring markets. I’m backing the impeccable Virat Kohli to do the business again.

India vs Australia Preview
Head to Head
India Form
India Injuries & Team News
Australia Form
Australia Injuries & Team News

India have won their last 10 ODI matches.
India beat Australia earlier in this World Cup.
India’s Virat Kohli has scored 88, 101*, 51 & 117 runs in his last 4 innings.
Australia have won their last 8 matches.
Australia’s Travis Head scored 62 runs in his last innings.

Head to Head

India have won three of their last five ODIs against Australia. In the group stage of this World Cup, India comfortably beat the Aussies by six wickets.

India Form

India have been by some distance the best side at the World Cup to date. They won all nine of their round-robin games before beating New Zealand in the semi-final.

In that semi-final, India batted first, amassing a huge 397 runs. Shubman Gill scored 80 runs while Virat Kohli hit 117. Shreyas Iyer scored 105 off just 70 balls to steer India to a commanding score.

While the Black Caps threatened on occasion, India were always in control with the ball. Mohammed Shami was superb, taking 7-57 to lead India to a 70-run victory.

India Injuries & Team News

India should play an unchanged side from the semi-final.

Australia Form

Australia lost their opening two games of the World Cup to India and South Africa but bounced back to win their next seven to qualify in third place.

In the semi-final, the Aussies bowled first and superbly to restrict South Africa to 24-4. While the Proteas recovered to score 212 runs, it was an under-par score on a tough wicket.

Travis Head (62) and David Warner (29) got Australia off to a superb start in the chase, reaching 60 in six overs. Thereafter the South African spinners took control with regular wickets and were well in the game late on.

However, Australia’s lower order provided enough runs to see them home by three wickets.

Australia Injuries & Team News

Unless there are any injuries Australia should go into this final unchanged.

Verdict

India v Australia

India are backed to be too good for Australia. My best bet is for in-form Virat Kohli to score 50+ runs and top score for India.

The Aussie batsmen have been a bit inconsistent so I'm going with Travis Head to top score.

Virat Kohli

To Score 50+ Runs in Match

@2.50 - 3 Units

Free R50 + R5500 + 35 Spins

use promo code NEWBONUS

The Easybet promo code is NEWBONUS. 18+. T&Cs apply.

Bet at Easybet

Virat Kohli

Best India Batsman

@3.50 - 1 Unit

Get R15 + R15 Free Spins

+ 150% up to R5,000 (2nd Deposit)

Deposit R50 or more on your first deposit at 10bet and get a welcome gift consisting of a R15 free bet + R15 free spins on Fortune Olympus. If you decide to make a second deposit after that, you will get 150% up to R5,000 Bonus to bet on sports or games. New customers only. 18+ T&Cs and wagering requirements apply. To activate the bonus, select it from the cashier.

Bet at 10bet

Travis Head

Best Australia Batsman

@4.20 - 1 Unit

R10 Free Bet & 10 Aviator Flights

with promo code BETS

Join betway South Africa with promo code BETS and get access to a welcome package that includes 10 Free Spins on 12 Masks of Fire DrumsTM, 10 Free Flights on Aviator and a R10 Free Bet. T&Cs apply. No persons under the age of 18 years are permitted to gamble. Winners know when to stop. National Responsible Gambling Programme: 0800 006 008. Warning: Gambling involves risk. By gambling on this website, you run the risk that you may lose.

Bet at betway