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'Bs life me aisa hi confidence chahiye' - Twitter reacts as Shardul Thakur claims India can chase down 450+ in WTC final vs Australia

Shardul Thakur has claimed that India can chase down 450+ target in fourth innings against Australia in WTC final.

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The final match of the World Test Championship between India and Australia at the Kennington Oval in London has reached an intriguing stage after the completion of the three-day game. Currently, the Australian team seems to hold the upper hand, having scored 123 runs in their second innings while losing 4 wickets. This has extended their lead to a substantial 296 runs.

However, amidst this tense situation, Indian cricketer Shardul Thakur has made a sensational statement that has sparked interest among fans and media alike. Following his impressive half-century in the first innings and a crucial partnership of over 100 runs with Ajinkya Rahane, Shardul Thakur expressed his confidence in the team's ability to chase down a target of 450 or more runs based on the foundation of a strong partnership.

Thakur stated, "A target of 450 or more runs can be chased here on the basis of a good partnership." He emphasized that cricket is a game where the right total cannot be determined, and the pressure can be managed through a significant partnership, even if the target is as high as 450 or more.

Drawing inspiration from England's achievement of chasing a target of 400 runs on the same ground last year, Shardul highlighted the positive aspect of the situation. He mentioned that England accomplished this feat with limited wickets in hand, which serves as a hopeful sign for Team India. However, he acknowledged the difficulty in predicting the final score, as Test cricket often witnesses sudden shifts in momentum within a single hour of play.

With these thoughts in mind, Shardul Thakur expressed the team's optimism and expectations as they prepared to take the field for the remaining days of the match. His comments have added an intriguing element to the final stages of the World Test Championship, leaving fans and experts eager to witness the unfolding drama and see if Team India can mount a remarkable comeback in their pursuit of the target set by Australia.

Here's how Twitter reacted to Shardul Thakur's comments: 

 

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