India defeated Pakistan by 4 wickets in a thriller to get off to a winning start in the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday (October 23). India rode on a fabulous knock of an unbeaten 82 from Virat Kohli to chase down the target of 160 runs on the final ball to pull off one of their most memorable victories against their arch-rivals in recent times.

Kohli absolutely bossed the run chase as he constructed his innings to perfection despite a slow start. His 82 off 53 balls was laced with six fours and four sixes as the batting maestro combined with Hardik Pandya (40) to help India snatch victory from the jaws of defeat at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

With the win, India surpassed Australia to set a new world record for registering the most victories in international cricket across formats in a calendar year. India now have 39 wins across ODIs, Tests and T20Is in 2022 and have overtaken Australia who won 38 matches throughout the calendar year in 2003.

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India had kicked off the year with defeats in five straight games against South Africa in their own backyard before Rohit Sharma took charge across all three formats. India have since won series against West Indies, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, England, and South Africa. The Men in Blue also recorded three wins in the Asia Cup 2022 earlier this year.

Their first victory in the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday saw them become the new record holders for the most wins in international cricket in a calendar year. India have a great chance to extend their tally further as they have at least 15 confirmed international games remaining this year.

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India have been captained by as many as seven&nbsp;players so far this year to get to 39 wins in 57 matches across formats. While Rohit is the permanent skipper, the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Shikhar Dhawan, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah have also captained the team this year.

After beating Pakistan in their opening game, India will now look to bag their second straight victory in the T20 World Cup when they take on Netherlands in their next game on Thursday (October 27).

India defeated Pakistan by 4 wickets in a thriller to get off to a winning start in the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday (October 23). India rode on a fabulous knock of an unbeaten 82 from Virat Kohli to chase down the target of 160 runs on the final ball to pull off one of their most memorable victories against their arch-rivals in recent times.

India defeated Pakistan by 4 wickets in a thriller to get off to a winning start in the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday (October 23). India rode on a fabulous knock of an unbeaten 82 from Virat Kohli to chase down the target of 160 runs on the final ball to pull off one of their most memorable victories against their arch-rivals in recent times. Kohli absolutely bossed the run chase as he constructed his innings to perfection despite a slow start. His 82 off 53 balls was laced with six fours and four sixes as the batting maestro combined with Hardik Pandya (40) to help India snatch victory from the jaws of defeat at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). With the win, India surpassed Australia to set a new world record for registering the most victories in international cricket across formats in a calendar year. India now have 39 wins across ODIs, Tests and T20Is in 2022 and have overtaken Australia who won 38 matches throughout the calendar year in 2003. Also Read: 'Aliens do walk among us': Pakistan legend heaps praise on Virat Kohli after his memorable knock at MCG India had kicked off the year with defeats in five straight games against South Africa in their own backyard before Rohit Sharma took charge across all three formats. India have since won series against West Indies, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, England, and South Africa. The Men in Blue also recorded three wins in the Asia Cup 2022 earlier this year. Their first victory in the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday saw them become the new record holders for the most wins in international cricket in a calendar year. India have a great chance to extend their tally further as they have at least 15 confirmed international games remaining this year. Also Read: 'I'd have taken a bullet for you but not have...': Hardik Pandya tells Virat Kohli after duo's MCG heroics India have been captained by as many as seven players so far this year to get to 39 wins in 57 matches across formats. While Rohit is the permanent skipper, the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Shikhar Dhawan, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah have also captained the team this year. After beating Pakistan in their opening game, India will now look to bag their second straight victory in the T20 World Cup when they take on Netherlands in their next game on Thursday (October 27).

India beat Pakistan to set new world record for most wins in a calendar year in international cricket

India thrashed South Africa by seven wickets in the third and final ODI at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday to clinch the three-match series 2-1. India also equalled Australia's 19-year-old record with their thumping victory against the Proteas.

India matched Australia's record for most victories by a team in a calendar year in international cricket. Australia had won a record 38 matches in the year 2003, including the ODI World Cup trophy. The Aussies have since held the record as no team has come close to overcoming their feat.

However, India recorded their 38th win in international cricket this year after defeating South Africa on Tuesday to equal Australia's record. India will get multiple chances to set a new record as they will next be seen in action during the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022.

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Talking about the game, India won the toss and opted to bowl first in the series decider in New Delhi. The bowlers combined to run riot against the Proteas and bundled out the visitors for a paltry 99 inside just 28 overs. Heinrich Klaasen top-scored for South Africa with 34 off 42 balls while all others failed to come up with good scores.

Mohammed Siraj continued his fine form with the new ball as he sent back opener Janneman Malan cheaply on 15 off 27 balls before picking up the wicket of Reeza Hendricks on just 3 off 21 deliveries. He was well supported by spinners Washington Sundar and Shahbaz Ahmed, who picked up two wickets each as South Africa's middle-order crumbled under pressure.

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Kuldeep Yadav then ran through the tail to pick up a four-wicket haul and skittle out the visitors for&nbsp;a total of mere 99. India chased down the target inside 19.1 overs with the help of Shubman Gill's 49 off 57 balls to earn a comfortable victory and clinch the series 2-1.

The Men in Blue&nbsp;equalled the record for most international wins in the year and will be looking to go past Australia when they lock horns with arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening encounter of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 on October 23.

India thrashed South Africa by seven wickets in the third and final ODI at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday to clinch the three-match series 2-1.

India thrashed South Africa by seven wickets in the third and final ODI at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday to clinch the three-match series 2-1. India also equalled Australia's 19-year-old record with their thumping victory against the Proteas. India matched Australia's record for most victories by a team in a calendar year in international cricket. Australia had won a record 38 matches in the year 2003, including the ODI World Cup trophy. The Aussies have since held the record as no team has come close to overcoming their feat. However, India recorded their 38th win in international cricket this year after defeating South Africa on Tuesday to equal Australia's record. India will get multiple chances to set a new record as they will next be seen in action during the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022. Also Read: Md. Siraj, Washington Sundar run riot as India crush South Africa by 7 wickets in 3rd ODI to clinch series 2-1 Talking about the game, India won the toss and opted to bowl first in the series decider in New Delhi. The bowlers combined to run riot against the Proteas and bundled out the visitors for a paltry 99 inside just 28 overs. Heinrich Klaasen top-scored for South Africa with 34 off 42 balls while all others failed to come up with good scores. Mohammed Siraj continued his fine form with the new ball as he sent back opener Janneman Malan cheaply on 15 off 27 balls before picking up the wicket of Reeza Hendricks on just 3 off 21 deliveries. He was well supported by spinners Washington Sundar and Shahbaz Ahmed, who picked up two wickets each as South Africa's middle-order crumbled under pressure. Also Read: From MS Dhoni's Team India to Australia: List of winners in ICC Men's T20 World Cup Kuldeep Yadav then ran through the tail to pick up a four-wicket haul and skittle out the visitors for a total of mere 99. India chased down the target inside 19.1 overs with the help of Shubman Gill's 49 off 57 balls to earn a comfortable victory and clinch the series 2-1. The Men in Blue equalled the record for most international wins in the year and will be looking to go past Australia when they lock horns with arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening encounter of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 on October 23.

India equal Australia's 19-year-old world record after thrashing South Africa in 3rd ODI

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India beat Pakistan to set new world record for most wins in a calendar year in international cricket

India equal Australia's 19-year-old world record after thrashing South Africa in 3rd ODI