Rohit Sharma challenges Virat Kohli to hit a six as India nears victory against PAK - Video
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Virat Kohli once again demonstrated his supremacy over Pakistan in ICC tournaments by scoring a magnificent unbeaten century, which propelled India to a decisive six-wicket victory in the Champions Trophy on Sunday. The batting virtuoso, renowned for his exceptional performances against Pakistan on significant occasions, showcased yet another exemplary display—this time crafting a well-constructed 100* off 111 deliveries—to guide India in their pursuit of 242 runs, achieving the target with 45 balls remaining.
Kohli's innings served as the cornerstone of India's success, effectively placing the team on the brink of securing a semifinal spot with their second victory in the tournament.
An innings by Virat Kohli is always filled with excitement, and Sunday was no different. As he approached his century, the situation became increasingly tense; India required just two runs to clinch the win, while Kohli needed four more to reach his milestone. Amidst the rising pressure, a light-hearted moment emerged from the dressing room.
Captain Rohit Sharma playfully signaled for his teammate to conclude the match with a six. Kohli acknowledged the suggestion but opted for a more composed approach, elegantly driving the ball to the boundary—thus securing both the victory and his 51st ODI century in a single stroke.
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Kohli, despite a somewhat subdued performance prior to the tournament, excelled against Pakistan's strong bowling lineup, demonstrating his characteristic accuracy and calmness. Supported by a graceful 56 from Shreyas Iyer and a dependable 46 from Shubman Gill, Kohli expertly led the chase, guaranteeing that India maintained complete dominance.
India closing in on semi-final berth
India's victory positions them securely at the top of the group, accumulating four points from two matches. Should New Zealand secure a win against Bangladesh, it would guarantee India's advancement to the semifinals, with New Zealand also progressing to the knockout stage.
On the other hand, Pakistan now depends on favorable outcomes in other matches to remain in contention for the tournament. The team has suffered significant defeats against both New Zealand and India, and they will be hoping for an unexpected victory from Bangladesh against the Kiwis in Rawalpindi.
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