Despite the star-studded Indian batting unit facing challenges on the grandest stage, head coach Rahul Dravid supported his players, emphasising that they were not playing defensively, but rather responding to the demands of the game circumstances. In the World Cup final against Australia in Ahmedabad, India posted a below-par total of 240. The Australian team, led by Pat Cummins, successfully chased down the target in 43 overs to secure their record-extending sixth World Cup title.
