India stands on the verge of creating history following a thrilling semifinal against New Zealand tonight, clinching victory by 70 runs. The exceptional centuries from Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer, along with Mohammed Shami’s pivotal seven-wicket haul, played a decisive role in India’s dominant win.
Having won the toss, Captain Rohit Sharma’s strategic choice to bat first proved effective. He established an impressive 71-run partnership with Shubman Gill for the opening wicket.
Kohli then formed a remarkable partnership with Shreyas Iyer, achieving his 50th century—a historic feat. After Kohli’s exit, Shreyas Iyer also notched up a century, supported by a brisk knock from KL Rahul (39*), resulting in India posting a formidable total of 397/4 in 50 overs.
Chasing 398 posed a formidable challenge for New Zealand, exacerbated by the early dismissals of openers Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra by Mohammed Shami.
Kane Williamson (69) and Daryll Mitchell (134) put in a big partnership. But, Shami claimed the crucial wickets of Williamson and Tom Latham in the same over.
Shami (7/57) dismantled the entire batting order of the Kiwis, restricting them to 327 all-out in 48.5 overs.
The next semi final match will see Australia facing South Africa. The outcome will determine which team will face India in the final on November 19.
This post was last modified on 15 November 2023 11:23 pm
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