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Harbhajan Singh has hailed Pat Cummins as a match-winning captain ahead of the WTC final. He highlighted Cummins' ability to unite the team and command respect in the dressing room. Australia's experience in English conditions gives them an advantage, according to Harbhajan. The team's unbeaten streak in Test cricket over the past two years further strengthens their case.

Key Points: Harbhajan Singh Calls Pat Cummins a Proven Match-Winner Ahead of WTC Final

  • Harbhajan Singh lauds Cummins' leadership and match-winning skills
  • Australia's experience in England gives them an edge
  • Cummins led Australia to ODI and WTC titles in 2023
  • Australia unbeaten in Test series for two years
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He's a proven match-winner: Harbhajan Singh hails Australia captain Pat Cummins ahead of WTC final

Harbhajan Singh praises Pat Cummins' leadership as Australia prepares for the WTC final, citing his match-winning ability and team unity.

"Cummins is one of those leaders who brings everyone together. More importantly, he's a proven match-winner with great command in the dressing room. – Harbhajan Singh"

New Delhi June 10

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes that Australia skipper Pat Cummins is an exceptional captain because he unites the team, is a match-winner, and commands respect in the dressing room, which leads to more victories.

Pat Cummins led Australia to their sixth ODI World Cup title after beating hosts India in the final of the 2023 World Cup in Ahmedabad and to their maiden WTC title in the same year. He is also leading Aussies to their second WTC Final scheduled on June 11 against South Africa.

"Cummins is one of those leaders who brings everyone together. More importantly, he's a proven match-winner with great command in the dressing room. When your team respects and rallies behind you, you win more matches. That's what makes him a very special captain for Australia," JioStar expert Harbhajan Singh said while speaking on JioHotstar and Star Sports network.

Harbhajan also believed Australia is well-prepared for the WTC final fixture due to their experience in England, understanding of the conditions, and their ability to handle pressure.

"Australia will come prepared. They've played a lot of cricket in England--Ashes, the last WTC Final--and that experience will count. They understand these conditions better than South Africa. Plus, they're a champion side. The difference lies in how you handle pressure during big matches, and Aussies are masters at that. That's why they've won more trophies than anyone else," he added.

Australia hasn't lost a Test series in the past two years, winning away in New Zealand and Sri Lanka while retaining the Ashes in England in 2023.

They also defeated Pakistan and India at home, along with a draw against the West Indies, to secure a spot in the WTC decider against the Proteas.

Australia playing 11 for WTC final: 1. Usman Khawaja, 2. Marnus Labuschagne, 3. Cameron Green, 4. Steve Smith, 5. Travis Head, 6. Beau Webster, 7. Alex Carey (wk), 8. Pat Cummins (c), 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Josh Hazlewood.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Cummins is indeed a great leader, but let's not forget how our boys made them struggle in the Border-Gavaskar series! 🇮🇳 Still hurts that we lost the WC final though... Hope we get our revenge soon!
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Priya M.
Bhajji is right about Cummins' captaincy. But why do Australian teams always peak in big tournaments? Our BCCI should study their system - they produce such mentally tough players consistently. #LearnFromTheBest
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Arjun S.
Respect where it's due - Cummins is class act both as bowler and captain. But let's not make them invincible! Remember 2021 Gabba? Our young team showed what Indian cricket is capable of 💪
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Sunita R.
As much as it pains me to admit, Australia's cricket culture is something else. They play hard but fair (mostly 😉), and their never-say-die attitude is worth emulating. Hope our boys are watching and learning!
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Vikram J.
Cummins is good no doubt, but I feel Indian media gives too much attention to foreign players. We have equally good leaders like Rohit and Bumrah who don't get this kind of praise from our own experts 🤔
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Neha P.
That WC final loss still stings yaar 😢 But credit to Cummins for outsmarting us in our own backyard. Hope Dravid and co. are taking notes - we need to be more clinical in knockouts! #TeamIndia

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