Team India secured their fourth consecutive victory
In a thrilling World Cup 2023 encounter, Team India secured their fourth consecutive victory, this time defeating Bangladesh by seven wickets. Virat Kohli’s remarkable century not only propelled India to this victory but also marked a historic milestone in international cricket. Let’s dive into the details of this exciting match.
Kohli’s Record-Breaking Century:
Virat Kohli was the star of the show, scoring a phenomenal unbeaten 103 runs. This century was not just any century; it was Kohli’s 48th ODI century, placing him among the all-time greats of the game. What makes this achievement even more incredible is that he became the fastest to reach 26,000 international runs, achieving this milestone in just 567 innings. This feat surpasses cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, who took 600 innings to achieve the same.
Match Highlights:
The Toss:
Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bat, setting a target of 257 runs for India.
Bangladesh’s Innings:
Bangladesh posted a total of 256 runs for the loss of eight wickets in their allotted 50 overs. Openers Tanzid Hasan Tamim and Liton Das got Bangladesh off to a promising start with a 93-run partnership. Tanzid reached his first World Cup half-century, scoring 51 runs, while Liton Das added 66 runs to the scoreboard. However, early wickets of Shanto (8 runs), Miraj (3), and Towhid Hridoy (16) put Bangladesh in a bit of trouble.
Indian Bowling and Catch of the Match:
KL Rahul, India’s wicketkeeper, showcased his exceptional skills with a diving catch, which is deemed the catch of the match. This stunning catch was the result of his pre-match practice, where the coach had him prepare for leg-side catches. Rahul’s agility was on full display when he dived to his left side, plucking a one-handed catch.
Hardik Pandya’s Injury:
During the match, all-rounder Hardik Pandya sustained an injury, leading to Virat Kohli stepping in as a bowler. This marked Kohli’s return to bowling in ODIs after six years.
India’s Batting:
Chasing a target of 257, Indian batsmen put on a stellar performance, reaching the target with ease. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill shared an opening partnership of 88 runs. Shubman Gill scored his first World Cup fifty, contributing 53 runs. Captain Rohit Sharma made 48 runs, falling just short of his half-century.
Catch by Jadeja:
Ravindra Jadeja’s catch to dismiss Mushfiqur Rahim was another highlight. Diving at backward point, Jadeja showcased his fielding prowess.
How Bangladesh Lost Wickets:
A look at how Bangladesh lost their wickets:
First: Tanzid Hasan (51 runs) was trapped LBW by Kuldeep on the fourth ball of the 15th over.
Second: Najmul Hasan Shanto (8 runs) was adjudged LBW, dismissed by Ravindra Jadeja on the last ball of the 20th over.
Third: Mehdi Hasan Miraj (3 runs) fell victim to a brilliant catch by KL Rahul on Siraj’s delivery in the first ball of the 25th over.
Fourth: Liton Das (66 runs) was caught by Ravindra Jadeja, with Shubman Gill in the mix, on the fourth ball of the 28th over.
Fifth: Towhid Hridoy (16 runs) was caught by Shubman Gill off Shardul Thakur’s delivery in the 38th over.
Sixth: Mushfiqur Rahim (38 runs) was caught by Ravindra Jadeja off Jasprit Bumrah’s delivery in the 43rd over.
Seventh: Nasum Ahmed (14 runs) was caught by wicketkeeper KL Rahul off Mohammad Siraj’s delivery in the 47th over.
Eighth: Mahmudullah (46 runs) was bowled by Jasprit Bumrah’s yorker on the second ball of the 50th over.
Bangladesh Captain’s Absence:
It’s worth noting that Bangladesh’s captain, Shakib Al Hasan, was unable to play due to injury. In his absence, Nazmul Hossain Shanto captained the side, and Nasum Ahmed was included in the team. However, these changes didn’t prove to be sufficient to overcome India’s strong performance.
Team Lineups:
India:
The Indian team consisted of Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Jaspreet Bumrah, and Mohammed Siraj.
Bangladesh:
On the other side, Bangladesh was represented by Nazmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Liton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mushfiqur Rahim (wicketkeeper), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah Riyad, Nasum Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam, and Mustafizur Rahman.
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