Stakes for the cricket World Cup final have touched considerable highs in the betting market. Sources placed inside betting circles claimed bets have reached Rs 1,000 crore. However, bookies favour Australia to win the tournament.

While their hearts may cheer for India, bookies believe their home country has the least chance of winning the competition. New Zealand is the second-favourite. Betting rates for India are 1:4 implying that should India win, a bettor will win Rs 4 for every rupee he bets, in addition to getting back his original amount.