Today’s Cricket Match Update: The highly anticipated 24th fixture of the ongoing 2023 Cricket World Cup witnessed a fierce faceoff between Australia and Netherlands earlier today. The high-octane Australia-Netherlands affair occurred in Delhi and ended in a one-sided affair, with the Men In Yellow registering a gigantic 309-run victory.

Winning the toss, batting first, Australia had posted a formidable 399-run total on the board in Delhi following a dominant effort upfront. Glenn Maxwell and David Warner starred for the Aussies with the bat with stellar hundreds. Adam Zampa, in Australia’s run defense, stole the show after claiming a 4-wicket haul.

Today’s Cricket Match Update: Warner Gets A Lifeline, Exchanges Words With Van Der Merwe

Meanwhile, ace Australia opener David Warner was blessed with an extra life against the Netherlands owing to a missed catching opportunity by Dutch player Van Der Merwe. The now-controversial episode of the uncompleted catch occurred when Warner was batting on 73 and he attempted a cover drive off Bas de Leede’s full toss delivery. 

38-year-old Van Der Merwe, who was standing in the covers at first took the catch, however, it was confirmed after the on-field umpire’s referral that the ball came in contact with the ground during his diving catching attempt.

David Warner always appeared confident of him not being out, on the other hand, Van Der Merwe was astounded by the television umpire’s final decision. The two senior players of Australia and the Netherlands included in the incident were seen having a chat after the controversial decision.

VIDEO: Van Der Merwe Fumbles An Easy Catch Opportunity

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Here’s what Australia captain Pat Cummins said after a remarkable victory over the Netherlands:

“Really happy, complete game. To put 400 on board and then defend well, couldn’t be happier. New Zealand are a really good side, so a big game in Dharamsala is coming up. It’s the World Cup and we are in a good space, I can’t wait to get there.”