Australia vs Netherlands World Cup 2023: Steve Smith performed well for Australia in the 24th match of the World Cup 2023. He scored a half-century. Smith hit 9 fours and one six during his innings of 71 runs. Smith was caught out. Shortly before him, David Warner also narrowly escaped being caught out. Warner’s luck favored him and he survived. But this did not happen with Smith. Aryan Dutt of Netherlands showed him the way to the pavilion.
Actually Smith came to bat at number 3 for Australia. Opener Mitchell Marsh was out after scoring just 9 runs. But after this Warner and Smith took charge. There was a century partnership between these two. After this Smith was out after scoring 71 runs in 68 balls. He was caught by Van der Merwe in Aryan Dutt’s over. The matter reached the third umpire for the decision of this wicket. But Smith remained out. Earlier, Warner had avoided being caught out.
Netherlands player Merve took a very difficult catch. He played an important role in the success of the team by taking the catch of Smith. Because of this catch, Merve is being praised on social media.
It is noteworthy that till the time of writing the news, Australia had scored 228 runs in 34 overs with the loss of 2 wickets. David Warner had scored 95 runs in 81 balls. Marnus Labuschagne had scored 47 runs. If we look at the points of World Cup 2023, India is on top in it. He has played 5 matches and won all. He has 10 points. South Africa is at number two. He has played 5 matches and won 4. He has 8 points. New Zealand also has 8 points.
More drama at the Arun Jaitley Stadium! Another 3rd umpire review,for a clean catch,and it’s Smith in the spotlight..Van der Merwe again with the catch & this time the decision goes in favor of Netherlands! Smith departs.Netherlands beauties are all smiles this time! #AUSvsNED pic.twitter.com/akfyXlDrMU
— Usman Shaikh (@shaikhusman_7) October 25, 2023
