In a highly anticipated clash of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India secured a commanding six-wicket victory over Pakistan, with Virat Kohli delivering yet another match-winning performance. His unbeaten century played a crucial role in India’s successful chase of 241 runs, reaffirming his reputation as one of the greatest chasers in the game.
Match Summary
Pakistan Innings:
Pakistan, after winning the toss and electing to bat first, struggled against India’s disciplined bowling attack. Despite a strong start, they were eventually bowled out for 241 runs in 48.5 overs. Saud Shakeel top-scored with 62 runs, while Mohammad Rizwan contributed 46. India’s bowling attack, led by Kuldeep Yadav, ensured Pakistan never gained complete control. Kuldeep finished with figures of 3 for 40, while Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj picked up two wickets each.
India Innings:
Chasing 242 for victory, India got off to a steady start, with Shubman Gill scoring 46 runs before falling to a well-executed delivery from Shaheen Afridi. Shreyas Iyer played a crucial supporting role with a composed 56, but the highlight of the innings was Kohli’s masterclass. He remained unbeaten on 100, pacing his innings perfectly and steering India to victory in just 42.3 overs.
Key Highlights
- Virat Kohli registered his 51st ODI century, further cementing his legacy in white-ball cricket.
- With this century, Kohli also became the fastest batsman to reach 14,000 runs in ODI cricket, surpassing the record previously held by Sachin Tendulkar.
- Kuldeep Yadav was the pick of the bowlers for India, taking three wickets and breaking Pakistan’s middle order.
- This victory puts India in a strong position to qualify for the semi-finals, while Pakistan now faces a must-win situation in their next match.
With this win, India continues its dominance over Pakistan in ICC tournaments. The focus now shifts to the upcoming matches, as India eyes a place in the final.
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