India vs Pakistan World Cup 2023 Highligts: India has once again managed to maintain its unbeatable record against Pakistan in the ODI World Cup! India defeated Pakistan and won by 7 wickets in this thrilling duel between the two countries at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
India had won the toss and they had chosen to bowl first. Pakistan found themselves bowled out for a total of 191 runs. India showcased a collective team effort, with Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Mohammad Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja – all delivering two wickets each. Meanwhile, on the Pakistan side, the standout batting performance came from the pair of captain Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan.
India, when it came to batting secured a remarkable victory with 19.3 overs remaining! This remarkable performance has catapulted them to the pinnacle of the tournament’s standings. Jasprit Bumrah is rightfully honored as the Player of the Match, a testament to the bowlers’ pivotal role in dismantling the formidable Pakistan middle order. This superb display laid the groundwork for the batters to capitalize on later in the game.
ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023
India
192/3 (30.3)
Pakistan
191 (42.5)
Match Ended ( Day – Match 12 )
India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets
India vs Pakistan Highlights:
India delivered a stunning performance at the Cricket World Cup by overpowering arch-rivals Pakistan with a seven-wicket victory. This victory marked India’s eighth consecutive win against Pakistan in World Cups, extending a streak that commenced in 1992. This marquee match, touted as a battle without firearms, initially triggered immense excitement, logistical challenges, and fervor among fans.
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The bowlers were the ones today as well who set the game up for us. I don't think it was a 190 pitch. At one stage we were looking at 280. The way they showed grit says a lot. That is something we pride ourselves in. Whoever gets the ball does the job. We've got 6 individuals who can do the job with the ball. My job as a captain is important there as well. It's to read the conditions and figure out who's the right guy to do the job. It's only because the guys - before entering the WC - they got a lot of runs. We were very clear what we wanted to do. Didn't want to be in two minds about who's going to bat where. All in all, it's looking good. Want to keep my fingers crossed. Don't want to get too excited. Don't want to get two low as well. Want to stay balanced. Keep calm and keep moving forward. Every opposition we come up against are all quality. You have to play well on that particular day, and that's what we're looking at.
Both teams have faced each other eight times in the World Cup since it began in 1975, Team India have won all of them, while Pakistan is yet to win any match against India in ODI World Cup.
We started well. Good partnership between me and Imam. We wanted to play normal cricket (me and Rizwan). Suddenly we had a collapse and didn't finish well. The way we started, wanted to target 280-290. With the new ball we are not upto the mark. The way Rohit is playing - he played an outstanding innings.
While Team India will next face Bangladesh on October 19, Pakistan will take on Australia next day in the ongoing World Cup.
“It felt good. Usually you try to analyse the wicket as soon as possible. We realised the wicket is on the slower side so we wanted to bowl hard lengths. We were trying to make it as difficult as possible. (On how he reads pitches quickly and understands what lengths work) Just being aware I guess. I used to ask a lot of questions when I was young and that helps me now. Now I'm experienced. In my younger days they (seniors) were used to being troubled by me sometimes (with questions), but it helps to read the wicket and try different options. (On the slower ball to get rid of Rizwan) We were bowling in the middle overs and I saw Jaddu's ball was turning, not too much but a little bit. I count my slower ball as a spinner's slower ball, one of those days where it came off. (On the ball that got Shadab) Little phase where there was reverse swing, one of the occasions when the white ball was reverse swinging.”
India's third consecutive victory propels them to the top of the ODI World Cup points table!
India defeated Pakistan and won the match by 7 wickets!
The stage is set for India to enjoy their soon -to-be claimed victory.
Current Score: 186/3 in 29.4 overs
This match will provide the Indian team with a significant boost in Net Run Rate (NRR), essentially tantamount to securing another victory. While India may not necessarily require this cushion given their recent strong performance, it's always wise to err on the side of caution. Additionally, this victory deals a severe blow to Pakistan's chances, making their recovery a daunting task.
Current Score: 177/3 in 28.1 overs
The scoring rate has decelerated to 6.46. While Rohit Sharma was at the crease, India appeared to be in a rush. However, they now seem content to play at a more measured pace. Shreyas Iyer has accumulated 44 runs from 53 deliveries, while Rahul has scored 4 runs from 11 balls.
Shreyas Iyer has accumulated 39 runs from 46 deliveries, while Rahul, stationed at the other end, has scored three runs from nine balls.
Current Score: 163/3 in 24.4 overs
Indian Skipper Rohit Sharma has departed after a splendid innings, just shy of a well-deserved century. Rohit's brilliant knock concluded at 86 runs. Babar Azam's bowling change proved effective as Shaheen Afridi made an impact upon his return.
Current Score: 159/3 in 22.3 overs
FOUR and SIX! Rohit's soars into the 80s with a boundary and a maximum.
Current Score: 153/2 in 20.5 overs
Rohit Sharma exudes absolute authority right now. Shadab Khan delivered a length ball just outside off, and the Indian skipper expertly guided it past the point fielder, sending the ball racing to the boundary.
Current Score: 119/2 in 17.2 overs
Rohit Sharma continues his relentless assault with a fifth towering six of the chase. Haris Rauf delivers a rapid bouncer, but Rohit anticipates it perfectly. With a stylish pull shot, he sends the ball sailing into the stands, landing around 10 rows deep. Rohit's score advances to 58 as India comfortably advances in their pursuit.
Current Score: 112/2 in 15.2 overs
Rohit Sharma has crossed 50 runs and India has crossed 100. Team India is going strong and racing up to its winning target of 192 runs.
FOUR! Hasan Ali attempts a short delivery, but it fails to generate significant bounce. Shreyas Iyer seizes the opportunity and executes a smooth pull shot, sending the ball to the deep mid-wicket boundary for his inaugural boundary during this chase.
Current Score: India's total stands at 85/2 after 11.1 overs
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Virat Kohli has departed! Rohit and Kohli were showcasing a really strong partnership by hitting back to back fours and sixes. They have already pushed India closer to a 100 runs. Kohli got dismissed at 16 runs.
Current Score: 80/2 in 10.1 overs
The Indian batsmen are relentlessly punishing the Pakistan bowlers. Shaheen Afridi is under immense pressure. Following Rohit Sharma's six off the first ball, Virat Kohli now smacks Shaheen for consecutive boundaries. First, a powerful pull to deep square-leg, and then Kohli follows it up with a breathtaking cover drive. Pakistan is leaking runs, and India reaches the fifty-run mark with authority!
Current Score: 69/1 in 8.2 overs
SIX! What a magnificent shot! It soars high and clears the boundary with ease. Rohit Sharma is displaying his exquisite form. Shaheen Afridi delivers a short-pitched ball, and Rohit stylishly pulls it over the fine-leg fence. The ball travels an impressive 80 meters and lands safely into the jubilant crowd.
Afridi delivers a slightly over-pitched ball, practically a delightful half-volley, and Kohli seizes the opportunity. He gracefully leans into the drive, prompting an exuberant response from the crowd. It appears that the Indian batsmen have a clear agenda - to aggressively target Afridi.
Current Score: 39/1 in 6 overs
A noteworthy statistic regarding Virat Kohli's performances against Pakistan: In 15 ODIs, he has amassed an impressive 662 runs at an average of 55.17, with a remarkable strike rate of 100.6. It's worth highlighting that all of his fifty-plus scores, including two half-centuries and three centuries, have contributed to victories, and during these matches, he maintains an astonishing average of 104.3.
In an early shocker for Team India, Afridi dismissed Shubham Gill. Gill was going strong by striking boundaries but alas, his stint in this game is over. India really need to make sure that their batsmen stay put for longer period of time.
Current Score: 23/1 in 3.1 overs
India is off to a stupendous start! Both Sharma and Gill scored a four each in the very first over itself.
Current Score: 10/0 in 1 over
The match has resumed ladies and gentlemen! Shubham Gill and Rohit Sharma are the opening batsmen for India, and they have already assembled on the field.
Pakistan wrapped up their innings at 191 runs for all out. India now has a target of 192 runs to win this epic game against Pakistan.
Yet another wicket falls. Mohammad Nawaz directs the ball straight into the waiting hands of Jasprit Bumrah at mid-on. Hardik Pandya is reintroduced into the attack and makes an impact on the last delivery of the 40th over. Nawaz departs after scoring 4 runs, and India is firmly in control. Shortly after,
Ravindra Jadeja secures his inaugural wicket of the match. Hasan Ali attempts a reckless slog on the leg side, resulting in a top-edge. The ball ascends skyward, and Shubman Gill calmly pouches the straightforward catch. Hasan departs after contributing 12 runs.
Kuldeep Yadav takes charge again. India is determined, pressing forward with unwavering confidence. Mohammad Nawaz and Hasan Ali are the current batsmen at the crease, and while they possess batting ability, it would require a miraculous effort from Pakistan to set a competitive target at this point.
Current Score: 177/7 in 38.2 overs