Australia claimed their record-extending sixth Men's ODI World Cup title with a commanding six-wicket win over India in the final in Ahmedabad. After 10 consecutive wins, India faltered on a slow pitch, scoring a modest 240, which Australia chased down in 43 overs, led by a brilliant 137 off 120 balls from Player of the Match, Travis Head.

India started strongly, with Rohit Sharma scoring a brisk 47, but a collapse triggered by Australia's disciplined bowling, particularly Pat Cummins (2/34) and Mitchell Starc (3/55), halted their momentum. Virat Kohli (54) and KL Rahul (66) rebuilt, but boundaries dried up during a 97-ball stretch, leaving India unable to accelerate.

Australia's chase began nervously, with Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah reducing them to 47/3. However, Head and Marnus Labuschagne (58*) steadied the innings with a decisive 192-run partnership. Head counterattacked effectively, nullifying India’s spinners, who went wicketless on the slow surface. Despite early breakthroughs, India’s bowlers lacked support, allowing Australia to cruise to victory.

The defeat left the packed 100,000-strong crowd disappointed, ending India's remarkable campaign on a sour note as Australia etched their dominance in cricketing history. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, India's stalwarts, delivered fighting knocks in the final but fell short when most needed. Rohit’s brisk 47 and Kohli’s steady 54 couldn’t power India past Australia. Despite the loss, their stellar performances throughout the tournament remain a testament to their class.

Brief Scores:

India: 240 all out in 40 overs (KL Rahul 66, Virat Kohli 54; Mitchell Starc 3/55, Pat Cummins 2/34) Australia: 241/4 in 43 overs (Travis Head 137, Marnus Labuschagne 58*; Mohammed Shami 1/31, Jasprit Bumrah 1/44)

Result: Australia won by 6 wickets.