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Australian Cricketer Mitchell Marsh Keeps His Feet On The World Cup Trophy; Netizens Call Him Out For Disrespecting Their Win Against India

Mitchell Marsh is being mercilessly trolled by the netizens for disrespecting the World Cup Trophy as a photo of him resting his feet on the trophy went viral a few hours after they defeated India

Aashna Nadkarni

Mon Nov 20 2023, 12:35:57 13972 views
Sunday evening was disappointing and heartbreaking for the entire nation as Team India lost the World Cup 2023 finals to Australia. Fans and netizens were quick to take to their social media handles to share their heartfelt wishes to the players and praises for the Australian team for their fierce game. Amidst it all, a photo of cricketer Mitchell Marsh resting his feet on the World Cup trophy has now gone viral on the internet, leaving fans enraged.

In the photo shared by the Australian captain Pat Cummins, on his Instagram story, Mitchell can be seen resting his feet on top of the trophy as he poses for the camera. The opener is seen sitting on a sofa chair with a bottle of drink in his hand, and his feet on top of the trophy that is kept on the ground. As soon as the photo surfaced on the internet, it has left the netizens with mixed reactions. ALSO READ: Anushka Sharma Hugs Hubby Virat Kohli After India’s Defeat Against Australia In The World Cup 2023 Finals; Netizens Cheer Them

While many are left shocked and angered at the disrespect the sportsman is showing to the trophy. Some are of the thought that the players are free to do what they want with the trophy. Lashing out at the photo, one netizen even addressed the ICC and BCCI to review the matter as it is ‘disrespectful to the game's integrity’. ALSO READ: Harbhajan Singh’s Sexist Remark About Anushka Sharma-Athiya Shetty Not Kowing Anything About Cricket Gets Criticism From Netizens- Read TWEETS

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For those who don’t know, the World Cup 2023 Final match was conducted between India and Australia on Sunday at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Australia defeated India to claim their sixth win. The Australian team decided to field first after they won the toss. While India managed to score 240 runs, with Virat Kohli and KL Rahul making half-centuries, Australia won by six wickets with 42 balls to spare. The internet is currently abuzz with the discussion regarding yesterday’s match. 
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