In a highly-anticipated clash in Ahmedabad on Saturday, India showcased a stellar performance to dismantle Pakistan. This victory not only extended India’s World Cup streak against their arch-rivals but also propelled them to the top of the table. Pakistan, who had looked comfortable at one stage, saw their innings crumble, eventually posting a modest 191 after being asked to bat first.
India’s bowlers were the stars of the show, with Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj making crucial breakthroughs. However, the spotlight firmly belonged to the Indian skipper, Rohit Sharma, whose blistering innings of 86 from just 63 balls set the tone for India’s chase.
The returning Shubman Gill made an impactful entrance, hitting his first ball for a boundary, and India quickly raced to 79 runs in the powerplay. Rohit Sharma’s aggressive assault, including four sixes, left the Pakistan attack stunned. Although Virat Kohli’s wicket provided a momentary respite for Pakistan, India’s victory seemed inevitable.
Rohit Sharma, on his way to another fifty, displayed a stunning array of shots, including five sixes, before his innings came to an end. Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul calmly finished the formalities, sealing a comprehensive win for India.
This clash will be remembered not only for India’s clinical performance but also for Rohit Sharma’s masterclass and Pakistan’s stunning collapse, setting the stage for a thrilling tournament ahead.
Final Score: Pakistan 191 in 42.5 overs (Babar Azam 50, Mohammad Rizwan 49; Jasprit Bumrah 2/19) lost to India 192/3 in 30.3 overs (Rohit Sharma 86, Shreyas Iyer 53*) by 7 wickets.
