Aayush Pathak 
In anticipation of the World Cup 2023 Final between India and Australia, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has shared a captivating poster on Instagram, featuring the animated versions of Indian cricket sensations Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan. The post delves into the essence of the dreams these prodigies have nurtured since witnessing India’s triumph in 2011.
Childhood Vows to World Cup Glory
The post, with the caption “From witnessing history to being on the verge of making it,” beautifully encapsulates the aspirations that Gill and Kishan held since their childhood. Animated images show the duo in their Indian team jerseys, reliving the moment when India lifted the World Cup trophy in 2011. The post poses a poignant question: “Will Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan realize their dream that sparked in 2011?”
Both players made their World Cup debut in this edition, with Gill featuring in 8 games, amassing 350 runs at an impressive average of 50. Kishan, an attacking left-hand batsman, was merely 13 when India clinched the World Cup in 2011. Twelve years later, he stands on the cusp of achieving his childhood dream with the Rohit Sharma-led team.
Dreams and Ambitions
Ishan Kishan, reflecting on the significance of the World Cup, had expressed a few weeks before the World Cup’s start, “As an individual, as a sportsperson, I think everyone wants to win the World Cup for their country because that is the most important stage in our life.” He emphasized the pressure and expectations, acknowledging the importance of performing well on the grand stage.
Shubman Gill, the 24-year-old rising star, laid bare his unwavering focus on the coveted trophy, stating, “Honestly, the only thing that I have set my eyes on is the World Cup, the trophy. This World Cup is so big that everything else seems so small.” His determination to reach the pinnacle of the cricketing world is evident, setting the stage for an epic clash against Australia in the final.
The Pivotal Question
As India sets its eyes on the World Cup, the question lingers: “Will Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill be able to realize their dreams for India?” Cricket enthusiasts around the globe eagerly await the final showdown, where these young prodigies aim to turn childhood promises into World Cup glory. The stage is set, the dreams are alive, and the cricketing world watches in anticipation.
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