A masterclass double century by Glenn Maxwell, the first for his country in international cricket, helped Australia secure a semifinal spot in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 as they defeated Afghanistan by three wickets in a crucial match. Maxwell's blitzkrieg in which he scored 201 runs came in 128 balls and comprised 21 fours and 10 sixes. Maxwell came to the crease when Australia were 49 for four chasing Afghanistan total of 291, and saw more wickets falling quickly with his team's score reading 91 for seven. Following the match, an Australian fan spoke to ANI and said, “Maxwell had some serious back problem and he was in pain...but like a true Aussie, the star that we love, he just got like I'm not walking off injured...it was a classic Australian fightback…”
08 November,2023 11:10 AM IST | Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese. During the joint press briefing, PM Modi said, “Anthony Albanese and I have in the past discussed the issue of attack on temples in Australia and activities of separatist elements. We discussed the matter today also. We will not accept any elements that harm the friendly and warm ties between the India-Australia relationship by their action or thoughts. PM Albanese assured me once again today that he will take strict actions against such elements in the future also.”
24 May,2023 05:54 PM IST | Mumbai
Australian business leaders heaped praise for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 23. PM Modi met Executive Chairman of Fortescue Future Industries Andrew Forrest, CEO of AustralianSuper Paul Schroder and CEO of Hancock Prospecting Gina Rinehart in Sydney.
23 May,2023 03:05 PM IST | Mumbai
India and Australia have asserted their desire to continue to broaden and deepen the bilateral defence relationship based on shared strategic interests.
03 September,2015 10:37 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
