<p>India skipper Rohit Sharma could script history on Sunday (Nov 19) after his side entered the ODI World Cup final with a splendid 70-run win over New Zealand in Mumbai. Led by the record-breaking performance of Virat Kohli and&nbsp;Mohammed Shami’s aggressive spell, India reduced New Zealand to 327 runs after having set a 398-run target. The win now means India will play either South Africa or Australia in the final on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.</p>

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<h2><strong>Rohit reflects after win</strong></h2>

<p>“We were calm even though we were a bit sloppy on the field. These things are bound to happen, glad that we could get the job done. When the scoring rate is above 9, you gotta take chances. They gave us chances, we didn't take them.&nbsp;Mitchell and Williamson batted brilliantly. We had to stay calm. The crowd went silent, that's the nature of the game,” Rohit said after the match.</p>

<p>Having set a target of 398, New Zealand did not have the best start&nbsp;and were reduced to 39/2 before skipper Kane Williamson (69) and Daryl Mitchell (134) brought Kiwis back into the game. Both openers, Rachin Ravindra (13) and Devon Conway (13) departed early leaving plenty of work to be done. However, Mitchell and Williamson then built an 181-run partnership for the third wicket before Shami came back to haunt the Kiwis.</p>

<p>After Williamson’s departure, New Zealand lost wickets at regular intervals while Shami enjoyed another stellar outing with the ball. He helped&nbsp;India clean up the tail as New Zealand were bowled out for 327 in a marathon run chase at the Wankhede Stadium. Glenn Phillips showed some resilience with a 41-run knock, but India won the match by 70 runs. Shami ended with figures of 57/7 while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Kuldeep Yadav ended with one wicket each.</p>

<p>“We knew we had to pull something from our sleeves. We tried everything and Shami was brilliant. The top five-six batters, they have made it count. Very pleased with what Iyer has done in this tournament,” Rohit added.</p>

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<h2><strong>What happened earlier?</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier, India ended their innings with 397/4 as Virat Kohli (117) and Shreyas Iyer (105) led India to&nbsp;a mammoth total. Shubman Gill also remained unbeaten on 80 till&nbsp;he retired hurt due to cramps. Kohli scored his record-breaking 50th ODI ton which saw him leapfrog Sachin Tendulkar’s tally of 49. He also surpassed Sachin’s tally of 673 runs in a single edition of the ODI World Cup and now has 711 runs with a match still to go.</p>

<p>India will now meet the winner of the second semi-final to be played between South Africa and Australia on Thursday (Nov 16) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.</p>


India skipper Rohit Sharma could script history on Sunday (Nov 19) after his side entered the ODI World Cup final with a splendid 70-run win over New Zealand in Mumbai.

India skipper Rohit Sharma could script history on Sunday (Nov 19) after his side entered the ODI World Cup final with a splendid 70-run win over New Zealand in Mumbai. Led by the record-breaking performance of Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami’s aggressive spell, India reduced New Zealand to 327 runs after having set a 398-run target. The win now means India will play either South Africa or Australia in the final on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗿! 🏆#TeamIndia 🇮🇳 march into the FINAL of #CWC23 🥳#MenInBlue | #INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/OV1Omv4JjI — BCCI (@BCCI) November 15, 2023 × Rohit reflects after win “We were calm even though we were a bit sloppy on the field. These things are bound to happen, glad that we could get the job done. When the scoring rate is above 9, you gotta take chances. They gave us chances, we didn't take them. Mitchell and Williamson batted brilliantly. We had to stay calm. The crowd went silent, that's the nature of the game,” Rohit said after the match. Having set a target of 398, New Zealand did not have the best start and were reduced to 39/2 before skipper Kane Williamson (69) and Daryl Mitchell (134) brought Kiwis back into the game. Both openers, Rachin Ravindra (13) and Devon Conway (13) departed early leaving plenty of work to be done. However, Mitchell and Williamson then built an 181-run partnership for the third wicket before Shami came back to haunt the Kiwis. After Williamson’s departure, New Zealand lost wickets at regular intervals while Shami enjoyed another stellar outing with the ball. He helped India clean up the tail as New Zealand were bowled out for 327 in a marathon run chase at the Wankhede Stadium. Glenn Phillips showed some resilience with a 41-run knock, but India won the match by 70 runs. Shami ended with figures of 57/7 while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Kuldeep Yadav ended with one wicket each. “We knew we had to pull something from our sleeves. We tried everything and Shami was brilliant. The top five-six batters, they have made it count. Very pleased with what Iyer has done in this tournament,” Rohit added. ALSO READ | ODI World Cup: Virat reflects on monumental achievement after 50th ton, says 'all this feels like a dream' What happened earlier? Earlier, India ended their innings with 397/4 as Virat Kohli (117) and Shreyas Iyer (105) led India to a mammoth total. Shubman Gill also remained unbeaten on 80 till he retired hurt due to cramps. Kohli scored his record-breaking 50th ODI ton which saw him leapfrog Sachin Tendulkar’s tally of 49. He also surpassed Sachin’s tally of 673 runs in a single edition of the ODI World Cup and now has 711 runs with a match still to go. India will now meet the winner of the second semi-final to be played between South Africa and Australia on Thursday (Nov 16) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

ODI World Cup 2023: 'Glad to get the job done,' says Rohit after remarkable semifinal win over NZ

<p>Former India player and commentator Aakash Chopra has hailed the impact of skipper Rohit Sharma after he led the Indian team to the final of the ODI World Cup. India beat New Zealand by 70 runs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai which saw him become just the fourth Indian captain to enter the summit clash. Chopra was full of praise for Rohit as India will now face the winner of South Africa and Australia in the second semifinal.</p>

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<h2><strong>Chopra hails Rohit</strong></h2>

<p>"The discussion was that you should win the toss and bat first, and it happened. A good captain is not one who has a lot of skills, but one who is lucky as well, and Rohit has that luck. Devi (goddess) is kind to him, she has put this World Cup against his name," Chopra said on his YouTube channel.</p>

<p>Having set a target of 398, New Zealand did not have the best starts and were reduced to 39/2 before skipper Kane Williamson (69) and Daryl Mitchell (134) helped Kiwis back into the game. Both openers, Rachin Ravindra (13) and Devon Conway (13), departed early leaving plenty of work to be done. However, Mitchell and Williamson then built an 181-run partnership for the third wicket before Mohammed Shami came back to haunt the Kiwis as he ended with figures of 57/7.</p>

<p>After Williamson’s departure, New Zealand lost wickets at consistent intervals while Shami enjoyed another stellar outing with the ball. He would help India bowl out the tail as New Zealand were bowled out for 327 in a marathon run chase at the Wankhede Stadium. Glenn Phillips showed little resilience with a 41-run knock, but India won the match by 70 runs. Shami ended with figures of 57/7 while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Kuldeep Yadav ended with one wicket each.</p>

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<p>"In the last World Cup, he gave you a lot of individual fame, you struck five centuries but didn't win the World Cup. You were not part of the World Cup team in 2011 but 2023 is your World Cup, Rohit. You are going to leave behind such a legacy as a captain which the world will remember," he added.</p>

<p>The clash also saw Virat Kohli break Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most ODI hundreds who now sits with 50 tons. He also broke Sachin’s record for most runs in a single ODI World Cup edition and now has 711 runs in 10 matches with still a final match to go.</p>

<p>Rohit’s men will now await the winner of South Africa and Australia who meet in the second semifinal on Thursday (Nov 16) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.</p>


Former India player and commentator Aakash Chopra has hailed the impact of skipper Rohit Sharma after he led the Indian team to the final of the ODI World Cup. India beat New Zealand by 70 runs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai which saw him become just the fourth Indian captain to enter the summit clash.

Former India player and commentator Aakash Chopra has hailed the impact of skipper Rohit Sharma after he led the Indian team to the final of the ODI World Cup. India beat New Zealand by 70 runs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai which saw him become just the fourth Indian captain to enter the summit clash. Chopra was full of praise for Rohit as India will now face the winner of South Africa and Australia in the second semifinal. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗿! 🏆#TeamIndia 🇮🇳 march into the FINAL of #CWC23 🥳#MenInBlue | #INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/OV1Omv4JjI — BCCI (@BCCI) November 15, 2023 × Chopra hails Rohit "The discussion was that you should win the toss and bat first, and it happened. A good captain is not one who has a lot of skills, but one who is lucky as well, and Rohit has that luck. Devi (goddess) is kind to him, she has put this World Cup against his name," Chopra said on his YouTube channel. Having set a target of 398, New Zealand did not have the best starts and were reduced to 39/2 before skipper Kane Williamson (69) and Daryl Mitchell (134) helped Kiwis back into the game. Both openers, Rachin Ravindra (13) and Devon Conway (13), departed early leaving plenty of work to be done. However, Mitchell and Williamson then built an 181-run partnership for the third wicket before Mohammed Shami came back to haunt the Kiwis as he ended with figures of 57/7. After Williamson’s departure, New Zealand lost wickets at consistent intervals while Shami enjoyed another stellar outing with the ball. He would help India bowl out the tail as New Zealand were bowled out for 327 in a marathon run chase at the Wankhede Stadium. Glenn Phillips showed little resilience with a 41-run knock, but India won the match by 70 runs. Shami ended with figures of 57/7 while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Kuldeep Yadav ended with one wicket each. ALSO READ | World Cup 2023: Kane Williamson shuts down pitch controversy while Gavaskar terms critics 'morons' "In the last World Cup, he gave you a lot of individual fame, you struck five centuries but didn't win the World Cup. You were not part of the World Cup team in 2011 but 2023 is your World Cup, Rohit. You are going to leave behind such a legacy as a captain which the world will remember," he added. The clash also saw Virat Kohli break Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most ODI hundreds who now sits with 50 tons. He also broke Sachin’s record for most runs in a single ODI World Cup edition and now has 711 runs in 10 matches with still a final match to go. Rohit’s men will now await the winner of South Africa and Australia who meet in the second semifinal on Thursday (Nov 16) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

ODI World Cup 2023: Aakash Chopra hails Rohit Sharma after monumental win over New Zealand in Mumbai

<p>Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill gave India a perfect start in the ODI World Cup semifinal. The contest at Wankhede Stadium had seen India under pressure having had a poor history against New Zealand in recent times. However, unlike the&nbsp;2019 ODI World Cup semifinal against New Zealand in Manchester when India were 5/3 at a point, Rohit’s men got off to a perfect start on Wednesday (Nov 15).</p>

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<h2><strong>Shubman, Rohit get India going&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Having won the toss, the Indian team made a solid start with skipper Rohit in an attacking mood that saw him take apart the Kiwi&nbsp;bowling lineup. Rohit scored a quickfire 47 off just 29 that consisted of 4 fours and 4 sixes. The local boy looked in good nick while Gill played the defensive role in the partnership. The duo stitched a partnership of 71 runs for the opening wicket before Rohit was caught by the mid-off fielder while he tried playing another big shot.</p>

<p>India later suffered a blow as Shubman Gill had to walk off with cramps in his legs. Batting on 79, he had to leave the field as he was unable to bat in the challenging heat of Mumbai. He was retired hurt and could still come back to complete his hundred later in the innings with India in a solid position in the contest.</p>

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<p>Upon inspection from the medical team and the physios, he took the harsh decision to walk off with Shreyas Iyer coming out to bat. Gill was doing good till that time when he had to retire hurt as India are keen&nbsp;to book their place in the ODI World Cup final.</p>

<h2><strong>Teams:</strong></h2>

<p><strong>India&nbsp;(Playing XI):</strong> Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj</p>

<p><strong>New Zealand&nbsp;(Playing XI):</strong> Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson(c), Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham(w), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Mark Chapman, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult</p>


Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill gave India a perfect start in the ODI World Cup semifinal. The contest at Wankhede Stadium had seen India under pressure having had a poor history against New Zealand in recent times.

Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill gave India a perfect start in the ODI World Cup semifinal. The contest at Wankhede Stadium had seen India under pressure having had a poor history against New Zealand in recent times. However, unlike the 2019 ODI World Cup semifinal against New Zealand in Manchester when India were 5/3 at a point, Rohit’s men got off to a perfect start on Wednesday (Nov 15). Half-century number 1⃣3⃣ in ODIs for Shubman Gill! 💯 up for #TeamIndia 👌👌 Follow the match ▶️ https://t.co/FnuIu53xGu#CWC23 | #MenInBlue | #INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/PWOHxSlwHo — BCCI (@BCCI) November 15, 2023 × Shubman, Rohit get India going Having won the toss, the Indian team made a solid start with skipper Rohit in an attacking mood that saw him take apart the Kiwi bowling lineup. Rohit scored a quickfire 47 off just 29 that consisted of 4 fours and 4 sixes. The local boy looked in good nick while Gill played the defensive role in the partnership. The duo stitched a partnership of 71 runs for the opening wicket before Rohit was caught by the mid-off fielder while he tried playing another big shot. India later suffered a blow as Shubman Gill had to walk off with cramps in his legs. Batting on 79, he had to leave the field as he was unable to bat in the challenging heat of Mumbai. He was retired hurt and could still come back to complete his hundred later in the innings with India in a solid position in the contest. ALSO READ | ODI World Cup 2023: Shubman Gill makes early exit with cramps as India suffer unlikely blow after good start Upon inspection from the medical team and the physios, he took the harsh decision to walk off with Shreyas Iyer coming out to bat. Gill was doing good till that time when he had to retire hurt as India are keen to book their place in the ODI World Cup final. Teams: India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj New Zealand (Playing XI): Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson(c), Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham(w), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Mark Chapman, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult

ODI World Cup: Rohit, Gill get India to perfect start as hosts shrug off pressure to avoid 2019 repeat

<p>Indian men's cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has revealed that the players had a secret fashion show after the match against New Zealand last month at the ongoing World Cup. India won the match by four wickets against the Kiwis at the&nbsp;Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala.</p>

<p>Speaking on the eve of the semifinal match against the Blackcaps, Rohit talked about the healthy, brotherly atmosphere in the dressing room which had translated to on-field success.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"That's a conscious effort. We wanted to build it and that couldn't be done with one or two players. All of them have chipped in, including the support staff. We even had a secret fashion show in Dharamsala which thankfully no one knows about,” said a grinning Rohit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's good somethings are kept within the team. These things help in bonding. There will be pressure. Once you reach the ground, it's up to individuals how they want to take it forward. But before that we have tried off the field to have a good environment," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Throughout the World Cup, the Indian outfit has looked incredibly united, as seen in the post-match medal ceremony where the best fielder on the day is bestowed with the honour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The dressing room atmosphere is markedly different from the last few years when routine news of ego clashes among the players leaked in the media.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-a-terrible-thing-to-say-abdul-razzaq-slammed-for-controversial-remarks-on-aishwarya-rai-bachchan-658481"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;'What a terrible thing to say': Abdul Razzaq slammed for controversial remarks on Aishwarya Rai Bachchan</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>No time for personal milestones: Rohit</strong></h2>

<p>The Indian skipper who will lead India to the first ODI World Cup semifinal under his watch added that he doesn't have much time to reflect on personal milestones.</p>

<p>"I don't think there's so much time to think about it. The focus is on the game, and what we have in hand tomorrow. I seriously have no time to think about my journey, what it has been in the past. Probably after 19 November, I will think about it. Right now, it is just business and pure business of getting the job done for the team," he told reporters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India square up against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday (Nov 15) in an attempt to avenge the agonising loss suffered four years ago. India crashed out of the 2019 World Cup on the same stage after New Zealand bowlers ripped through the Indian batting lineup. However, this time around, the Indian side is much balanced and playing in home conditions.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian men's cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has revealed that the players had a secret fashion show after the match against New Zealand last month at the ongoing World Cup.

Indian men's cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has revealed that the players had a secret fashion show after the match against New Zealand last month at the ongoing World Cup. India won the match by four wickets against the Kiwis at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala. Speaking on the eve of the semifinal match against the Blackcaps, Rohit talked about the healthy, brotherly atmosphere in the dressing room which had translated to on-field success. "That's a conscious effort. We wanted to build it and that couldn't be done with one or two players. All of them have chipped in, including the support staff. We even had a secret fashion show in Dharamsala which thankfully no one knows about,” said a grinning Rohit. "It's good somethings are kept within the team. These things help in bonding. There will be pressure. Once you reach the ground, it's up to individuals how they want to take it forward. But before that we have tried off the field to have a good environment," he added. Throughout the World Cup, the Indian outfit has looked incredibly united, as seen in the post-match medal ceremony where the best fielder on the day is bestowed with the honour. The dressing room atmosphere is markedly different from the last few years when routine news of ego clashes among the players leaked in the media. Also read | 'What a terrible thing to say': Abdul Razzaq slammed for controversial remarks on Aishwarya Rai Bachchan No time for personal milestones: Rohit The Indian skipper who will lead India to the first ODI World Cup semifinal under his watch added that he doesn't have much time to reflect on personal milestones. "I don't think there's so much time to think about it. The focus is on the game, and what we have in hand tomorrow. I seriously have no time to think about my journey, what it has been in the past. Probably after 19 November, I will think about it. Right now, it is just business and pure business of getting the job done for the team," he told reporters. India square up against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday (Nov 15) in an attempt to avenge the agonising loss suffered four years ago. India crashed out of the 2019 World Cup on the same stage after New Zealand bowlers ripped through the Indian batting lineup. However, this time around, the Indian side is much balanced and playing in home conditions. (With inputs from agencies)

World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma reveals reason for healthy atmosphere in dressing room. A secret fashion show

<p>Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram is in awe of Rohit Sharma - the batter. Against the Netherlands in the tournament’s last league match, Rohit and Gill added 91 for the first wicket inside the Powerplay, putting India’s nose in front. Drawing a comparison with Rohit’s contemporaries, Wasim said the Indian skipper is different than all.</p>

<p>“Rohit and Gill put on 91 runs in 10 overs. The game was over then only,” Akram said on A Sports.</p>

<p>While Gill completed his fifty, Rohit slammed 54-ball 61 at the top, laying the foundation for batters to come and deliver. Referring to his fellow teammate and a former great, Inzamam-ul-Haq&nbsp;in the same breath, Wasim said both Rohit and Inzamam had ample time to score against the pace.</p>

<p>“Like Inzamam, Rohit too has a lot of time against the pacers. His hand-eye coordination is so natural,” Akram on Rohit Sharma.</p>

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<p>Showering praises on the Indian veteran, Wasim said Rohit is different than Virat Kohli, Pakistan captain Babar Azam and modern-day greats Kane Williamson and Joe Root.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I don’t think there is anyone like Rohit Sharma in the World cricket. We talk about emperor Kohli (Virat), Joe Root, Williamson (Kane), and Babar Azam, but this guy is different.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“He makes batting look so easy. No matter what the situation is, the bowling attack is, he plays his shots with ease. He changes the tempo of the game. Bowlers and oppositions are on the back foot from ball one,” Wasim noted.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>India hammer Dutch in Bengaluru&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The Indian Team finished the group with nine wins in as many contested matches. Their latest victory came against the Netherlands in Bengaluru on Diwali day, beating the Dutch by 160 runs.</p>

<p>While the top three completed their respective fifties, KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer slammed hundreds, with KL doing it in 62 balls – the fastest by an Indian batter in World Cups.</p>

<p>Iyer’s maiden CWC also made headlines, as India registered their second-best team total (410/4) in this competition.</p>

<p>The bowlers were on the top of their games, with each of Bumrah, Siraj, Kuldeep and Jadeja returning with two wickets each. On a rare off day for Mohammed Shami, who went wicketless for the first time in this World Cup, India tried nine bowlers, including Virat and Suryakumar Yadav.</p>

<p>Upon finishing the group in the first position, India will face New Zealand in the first semi-final on Wednesday (Nov 15) at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.</p>


Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram is in awe of Rohit Sharma - the batter. Against the Netherlands in the tournament’s last league match, Rohit and Gill added 91 for the first wicket inside the Powerplay, putting India’s nose in front.

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram is in awe of Rohit Sharma - the batter. Against the Netherlands in the tournament’s last league match, Rohit and Gill added 91 for the first wicket inside the Powerplay, putting India’s nose in front. Drawing a comparison with Rohit’s contemporaries, Wasim said the Indian skipper is different than all. “Rohit and Gill put on 91 runs in 10 overs. The game was over then only,” Akram said on A Sports. While Gill completed his fifty, Rohit slammed 54-ball 61 at the top, laying the foundation for batters to come and deliver. Referring to his fellow teammate and a former great, Inzamam-ul-Haq in the same breath, Wasim said both Rohit and Inzamam had ample time to score against the pace. “Like Inzamam, Rohit too has a lot of time against the pacers. His hand-eye coordination is so natural,” Akram on Rohit Sharma. ALSO READ: ODI World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma underlines team spirit after perfect record in league stage Showering praises on the Indian veteran, Wasim said Rohit is different than Virat Kohli, Pakistan captain Babar Azam and modern-day greats Kane Williamson and Joe Root. “I don’t think there is anyone like Rohit Sharma in the World cricket. We talk about emperor Kohli (Virat), Joe Root, Williamson (Kane), and Babar Azam, but this guy is different. “He makes batting look so easy. No matter what the situation is, the bowling attack is, he plays his shots with ease. He changes the tempo of the game. Bowlers and oppositions are on the back foot from ball one,” Wasim noted. India hammer Dutch in Bengaluru The Indian Team finished the group with nine wins in as many contested matches. Their latest victory came against the Netherlands in Bengaluru on Diwali day, beating the Dutch by 160 runs. While the top three completed their respective fifties, KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer slammed hundreds, with KL doing it in 62 balls – the fastest by an Indian batter in World Cups. Iyer’s maiden CWC also made headlines, as India registered their second-best team total (410/4) in this competition. The bowlers were on the top of their games, with each of Bumrah, Siraj, Kuldeep and Jadeja returning with two wickets each. On a rare off day for Mohammed Shami, who went wicketless for the first time in this World Cup, India tried nine bowlers, including Virat and Suryakumar Yadav. Upon finishing the group in the first position, India will face New Zealand in the first semi-final on Wednesday (Nov 15) at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

World Cup: Like Inzamam, Rohit has ample time against pacers; is different from Kohli, Babar, says Wasim Akram

<p>India were at their fluent best in the ODI World Cup encounter against the Netherlands on Sunday (Nov 12) as they ran out winners by 160 runs in Bengaluru. A top performance from the Indian team will see them carry the momentum in Wednesday’s semifinal clash where they will face New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. India bowled the Netherlands out for 250 having put up 410/4 in their 50 overs with hundreds for Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul.</p>

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<h2><strong>Rohit underlines India’s spirit</strong></h2>

<p>“Very pleased with how we have played in these nine games. Very clinical from game one till today. That's because different individuals have stepped up at different times. This is a good sign for the team when everyone wants to take responsibility and get the job done for the team. Although we play a lot of cricket in India, we know the conditions, but still when you play different opposition, that's the challenge in different conditions,” Rohit said in the post-match presentation.</p>

<p>India opted to bat first after winning the toss in Bengaluru. Skipper Rohit (61) and Shubman Gill (51), gave India a perfect start as they set up a 100-run stand for the opening wicket.&nbsp;After Gill’s departure, Virat Kohli (51) joined the party as the Indian batters continued to impress before their New Zealand showdown in the ODI World Cup semifinal on Wednesday.</p>

<p>However, it was Rahul and Shreyas who caught the eye with their remarkable 208-run stand for the fourth wicket. Shreyas scored an unbeaten 128 while Rahul was dismissed in the final over, moments after scoring his record ton on 102. Suryakumar Yadav remained unbeaten on 2 as India ended with 410/4 in their 50 overs. Bas de Leede ended with two wickets as he surpassed the tally of his father’s wickets for the national side while Paul van Meekeren and Roelof van der Merwe both ended with one wicket each.</p>

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<p>“We adapted really well. We started the tournament four games in a row chased and then we had to bat first, put the runs on the board, then seamers did the rest along with the spinners. It's important, the results do matter to keep the dressing room environment lively,” Rohit added.</p>

<p>India will next take on New Zealand in Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium with a win guaranteeing them a place in next Sunday’s ODI World Cup final in Ahmedabad. On the other hand, the Netherlands bowed out of the World Cup with consolation wins while they were close to clinching an automatic place in the 2025 Champions Trophy.</p>


India were at their fluent best in the ODI World Cup encounter against the Netherlands on Sunday (Nov 12) as they ran out winners by 160 runs in Bengaluru. A top performance from the Indian team will see them carry the momentum in Wednesday’s semifinal clash where they will face New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

India were at their fluent best in the ODI World Cup encounter against the Netherlands on Sunday (Nov 12) as they ran out winners by 160 runs in Bengaluru. A top performance from the Indian team will see them carry the momentum in Wednesday’s semifinal clash where they will face New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. India bowled the Netherlands out for 250 having put up 410/4 in their 50 overs with hundreds for Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul. India finish the #CWC23 group stage without a loss 🎇#INDvNED 📝: https://t.co/rdhNma7Bsu pic.twitter.com/OofFUwQ6VN — ICC (@ICC) November 12, 2023 × Rohit underlines India’s spirit “Very pleased with how we have played in these nine games. Very clinical from game one till today. That's because different individuals have stepped up at different times. This is a good sign for the team when everyone wants to take responsibility and get the job done for the team. Although we play a lot of cricket in India, we know the conditions, but still when you play different opposition, that's the challenge in different conditions,” Rohit said in the post-match presentation. India opted to bat first after winning the toss in Bengaluru. Skipper Rohit (61) and Shubman Gill (51), gave India a perfect start as they set up a 100-run stand for the opening wicket. After Gill’s departure, Virat Kohli (51) joined the party as the Indian batters continued to impress before their New Zealand showdown in the ODI World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. However, it was Rahul and Shreyas who caught the eye with their remarkable 208-run stand for the fourth wicket. Shreyas scored an unbeaten 128 while Rahul was dismissed in the final over, moments after scoring his record ton on 102. Suryakumar Yadav remained unbeaten on 2 as India ended with 410/4 in their 50 overs. Bas de Leede ended with two wickets as he surpassed the tally of his father’s wickets for the national side while Paul van Meekeren and Roelof van der Merwe both ended with one wicket each. ALSO READ | ODI World Cup 2023: England skipper Jos Buttler refutes HUGE CLEAROUT despite awful campaign “We adapted really well. We started the tournament four games in a row chased and then we had to bat first, put the runs on the board, then seamers did the rest along with the spinners. It's important, the results do matter to keep the dressing room environment lively,” Rohit added. India will next take on New Zealand in Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium with a win guaranteeing them a place in next Sunday’s ODI World Cup final in Ahmedabad. On the other hand, the Netherlands bowed out of the World Cup with consolation wins while they were close to clinching an automatic place in the 2025 Champions Trophy.

ODI World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma underlines team spirit after perfect record in league stage

<p>India skipper Rohit Sharma has added another feather to his hat as he continues his impressive run in the ODI World Cup. Playing against the Netherlands at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Rohit broke AB de Villiers’ record for most sixes in a calendar year while he also surpassed the tally of 500 runs on Sunday (Nov 12) in the ODI World Cup. He along with Shubman Gill (51) gave India a perfect start as they continued their impressive form.</p>

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<h2><strong>Rohit on fire</strong></h2>

<p>Hitting a six on the fourth ball of the seventh over, Rohit achieved the unique feat of smashing most sixes in a calendar year. He has been in superb form this campaign, continuing from where he had left off in 2019. Sharma now has 60 sixes in the marquee tournament, the most by any player in a calendar year in ODIs. De Villiers previously held the record with 58 sixes in 2015 while Chris Gayle scored 56 in 2019. Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi holds the record for most sixes in ODIs in a calendar year in a non-World Cup year with 48 in 2002.</p>

<h2><strong>Most Sixes in a calendar year</strong></h2>

<p>Rohit Sharma - 60 in 2023 in 24 innings</p>

<p>AB de Villiers - 58 in 2015 in 18 innings</p>

<p>Chris Gayle - 56 sixes 2019 in 15 innings</p>

<p>Shahid Afridi - 48 sixes in 2002 in 36 innings</p>

<p>While hitting the six in the seventh over, he also broke the record for most sixes by a captain in the ODI World Cup as he surpassed Eoin Morgan. The 35-year-old now has 24 sixes in the mega-tournament, the most by any skipper in the tournament. Morgan racked up 22 sixes in the 2019 tournament while De Villiers scored 21 in the 2015 showpiece.</p>

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<h2>Most sixes by a captain in a single World Cup</h2>

<p>24 - Rohit Sharma in 2023*</p>

<p>22 - Eoin Morgan in 2019</p>

<p>21 - AB de Villiers in 2015</p>

<p>18 - Aaron Finch in 2019</p>

<p>17 - B McCullum in 2015</p>

<p>The Indian skipper also completed 500 runs in the ODI World Cup as he surpassed the tally for the second time. He now has 503 runs in nine matches and is the fourth-highest scorer in the tournament after South Africa’s Quinton de Kock (591), Virat Kohli (588), and Rachin Ravindra (565) of New Zealand.</p>


India skipper Rohit Sharma has added another feather to his hat as he continues his impressive run in the ODI World Cup. Playing against the Netherlands at the M.

India skipper Rohit Sharma has added another feather to his hat as he continues his impressive run in the ODI World Cup. Playing against the Netherlands at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Rohit broke AB de Villiers’ record for most sixes in a calendar year while he also surpassed the tally of 500 runs on Sunday (Nov 12) in the ODI World Cup. He along with Shubman Gill (51) gave India a perfect start as they continued their impressive form. 𝗛𝗜𝗧𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟! Captain Rohit Sharma now holds the record for the most ODI sixes in the calendar year 💥#TeamIndia | #CWC23 | #MenInBlue | #INDvNED pic.twitter.com/YTCYHAKk7B — BCCI (@BCCI) November 12, 2023 × Rohit on fire Hitting a six on the fourth ball of the seventh over, Rohit achieved the unique feat of smashing most sixes in a calendar year. He has been in superb form this campaign, continuing from where he had left off in 2019. Sharma now has 60 sixes in the marquee tournament, the most by any player in a calendar year in ODIs. De Villiers previously held the record with 58 sixes in 2015 while Chris Gayle scored 56 in 2019. Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi holds the record for most sixes in ODIs in a calendar year in a non-World Cup year with 48 in 2002. Most Sixes in a calendar year Rohit Sharma - 60 in 2023 in 24 innings AB de Villiers - 58 in 2015 in 18 innings Chris Gayle - 56 sixes 2019 in 15 innings Shahid Afridi - 48 sixes in 2002 in 36 innings While hitting the six in the seventh over, he also broke the record for most sixes by a captain in the ODI World Cup as he surpassed Eoin Morgan. The 35-year-old now has 24 sixes in the mega-tournament, the most by any skipper in the tournament. Morgan racked up 22 sixes in the 2019 tournament while De Villiers scored 21 in the 2015 showpiece. ALSO READ | ODI World Cup 2023: England skipper Jos Buttler refutes HUGE CLEAROUT despite awful campaign Most sixes by a captain in a single World Cup 24 - Rohit Sharma in 2023* 22 - Eoin Morgan in 2019 21 - AB de Villiers in 2015 18 - Aaron Finch in 2019 17 - B McCullum in 2015 The Indian skipper also completed 500 runs in the ODI World Cup as he surpassed the tally for the second time. He now has 503 runs in nine matches and is the fourth-highest scorer in the tournament after South Africa’s Quinton de Kock (591), Virat Kohli (588), and Rachin Ravindra (565) of New Zealand.

ODI World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma breaks AB de Villiers' all-time record for most sixes; completes 500 runs

<p>Veteran Indian stumper&nbsp;Dinesh Karthik made a bold claim that Rohit Sharma-led India is the 'strongest team that India has had in ODIs'. At present, Rohit &amp; Co. are having a dream run in the ongoing ten-team home ODI World Cup with eight wins on the trot. Ahead of their last league game, versus the Netherlands on Sunday (Nov 12) in Bengaluru, Karthik heaped praise on the current ODI team and made a huge statement.</p>

<h2><strong>'There's no Indian team that....'</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking on Cricbuzz, Karthik said, "I'm going out on a limb to say this but this Indian team is probably the strongest team that India has ever had in ODIs. In World Cups for sure. There's no Indian team that has dominated like this current 2023 team. You have to pit it against other Indian teams which have done very well but it will run other teams very close to it being the greatest ODI team ever in terms of performances and pressure."</p>

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<p>So far in the ODI WC, India have beaten the likes of five-time champions Australia, Afghanistan, arch-rivals Pakistan, Bangladesh, New Zealand, England, Sri Lanka and South Africa and will look to make it nine wins in a row to end the league stage and enter the semi-finals on a high. They have clicked in every department and weathered all storms, battling injuries etc., to keep going forward.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The home side are most likely to face New Zealand in the first semi-final, in Mumbai, on Wednesday (Nov 15) with Australia and South Africa facing each other in the second semi-final a day after, in Kolkata. Only Pakistan have an outside chance to topple the Kiwis and enter the semis, but that is highly unlikely.</p>

<p>Opening up on a possible semi-final versus New Zealand, Karthik spoke on the conditions and India's probable XI which will take the field&nbsp;at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. In this regard, he said, "It's in Mumbai, the first big decision, if they win the toss, will be if they would bat first or bowl first because there will be dew but then they will have to get past that first spell. The first 10 overs the ball swings and moves. There's no question what the level is going to be till the finals. It's going to be the same XI. Every player has ticked the box and is looking good for the semis."</p>


Veteran Indian stumper Dinesh Karthik made a bold claim that Rohit Sharma-led India is the 'strongest team that India has had in ODIs'. At present, Rohit & Co. are having a dream run in the ongoing ten-team home ODI World Cup with eight wins on the trot.

Veteran Indian stumper Dinesh Karthik made a bold claim that Rohit Sharma-led India is the 'strongest team that India has had in ODIs'. At present, Rohit & Co. are having a dream run in the ongoing ten-team home ODI World Cup with eight wins on the trot. Ahead of their last league game, versus the Netherlands on Sunday (Nov 12) in Bengaluru, Karthik heaped praise on the current ODI team and made a huge statement. 'There's no Indian team that....' Speaking on Cricbuzz, Karthik said, "I'm going out on a limb to say this but this Indian team is probably the strongest team that India has ever had in ODIs. In World Cups for sure. There's no Indian team that has dominated like this current 2023 team. You have to pit it against other Indian teams which have done very well but it will run other teams very close to it being the greatest ODI team ever in terms of performances and pressure." Also read: India are playing like legitimate champions: Former opener lauds Rohit & Co.'s unbeaten ODI WC run So far in the ODI WC, India have beaten the likes of five-time champions Australia, Afghanistan, arch-rivals Pakistan, Bangladesh, New Zealand, England, Sri Lanka and South Africa and will look to make it nine wins in a row to end the league stage and enter the semi-finals on a high. They have clicked in every department and weathered all storms, battling injuries etc., to keep going forward. The home side are most likely to face New Zealand in the first semi-final, in Mumbai, on Wednesday (Nov 15) with Australia and South Africa facing each other in the second semi-final a day after, in Kolkata. Only Pakistan have an outside chance to topple the Kiwis and enter the semis, but that is highly unlikely. Opening up on a possible semi-final versus New Zealand, Karthik spoke on the conditions and India's probable XI which will take the field at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. In this regard, he said, "It's in Mumbai, the first big decision, if they win the toss, will be if they would bat first or bowl first because there will be dew but then they will have to get past that first spell. The first 10 overs the ball swings and moves. There's no question what the level is going to be till the finals. It's going to be the same XI. Every player has ticked the box and is looking good for the semis."

CWC 2023: This is the strongest Indian ODI team ever - Dinesh Karthik's BOLD claim

<p>Rohit Sharma-led India are on a roll in the home ODI World Cup 2023 edition. They are the only unbeaten team so far, with eight back-to-back teams and became the first-ever to book a semi-final berth. Ahead of India's last league game versus the Netherlands, on Sunday (Nov 12) in Bengaluru, former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly revealed that Rohit wasn't keen to take over as the all-format skipper, after Virat Kohli, but was later on convinced by Ganguly, the then BCCI chief.</p>

<p>"Rohit Sharma wasn't keen (on taking up India's captaincy in all three formats). It had gone to a stage where I told him 'you'll have to say yes otherwise I'll make the announcement.' Because he is an outstanding captain. And after Virat Kohli left, he was the best man to lead India. I am not surprised by what I am seeing," Ganguly said in a chat with Kolkata TV.</p>

<p>Ganguly explained the reason behind Hitman's reluctance and said, "Lot of cricket; Tests, ODIs, T20, IPL – he was already a captain there, lot of pressure. So he had a lot of his plate. But nothing can be bigger than being an India captain. I am happy that he took it and it makes me glad seeing the results."</p>

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<p>Rohit became the T20I skipper in late 2021 after Virat Kohli's resignation, which came before that year's T20 World Cup in the UAE. Later that year, Kohli was sacked as the ODI captain with Rohit succeeding him as the white-ball skipper. Ultimately, Hitman became the all-format captain in early 2022 with Kohli's resignation from the top post in Tests, which came soon after the series loss to hosts South Africa.</p>

<p>While Rohit's full-time captaincy has had a lot of bumps, the national side is on a roll at the moment and only some distance away from winning the home ODI WC. Under him, India reached the 2022 T20 WC semi-finals and ended as runners-up in the 2023 WTC final.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ganguly also revealed that head coach Rahul Dravid was also not keen to take the top post, which became vacant after Ravi Shastri's exit in late 2021. However, he agreed for the betterment of Indian cricket.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's a lot of time on the road. He has a young family, two young kids. Plus, he played cricket all his life. So it's not easy coaching but he agreed thinking about Indian cricket and I wish he does it in the future too. A coach needs to be given time; it isn't magic for a coach to produce instant results in 3-4 months. He needs time to turn things around which he has now, second year in his tenure," Ganguly said as he hailed Dravid.</p>


Rohit Sharma-led India are on a roll in the home ODI World Cup 2023 edition. They are the only unbeaten team so far, with eight back-to-back teams and became the first-ever to book a semi-final berth.

Rohit Sharma-led India are on a roll in the home ODI World Cup 2023 edition. They are the only unbeaten team so far, with eight back-to-back teams and became the first-ever to book a semi-final berth. Ahead of India's last league game versus the Netherlands, on Sunday (Nov 12) in Bengaluru, former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly revealed that Rohit wasn't keen to take over as the all-format skipper, after Virat Kohli, but was later on convinced by Ganguly, the then BCCI chief. "Rohit Sharma wasn't keen (on taking up India's captaincy in all three formats). It had gone to a stage where I told him 'you'll have to say yes otherwise I'll make the announcement.' Because he is an outstanding captain. And after Virat Kohli left, he was the best man to lead India. I am not surprised by what I am seeing," Ganguly said in a chat with Kolkata TV. Ganguly explained the reason behind Hitman's reluctance and said, "Lot of cricket; Tests, ODIs, T20, IPL – he was already a captain there, lot of pressure. So he had a lot of his plate. But nothing can be bigger than being an India captain. I am happy that he took it and it makes me glad seeing the results." Also read: NZ would be the team that India wouldn't want to play in ODI WC semi-final, feels former England pacer Rohit became the T20I skipper in late 2021 after Virat Kohli's resignation, which came before that year's T20 World Cup in the UAE. Later that year, Kohli was sacked as the ODI captain with Rohit succeeding him as the white-ball skipper. Ultimately, Hitman became the all-format captain in early 2022 with Kohli's resignation from the top post in Tests, which came soon after the series loss to hosts South Africa. While Rohit's full-time captaincy has had a lot of bumps, the national side is on a roll at the moment and only some distance away from winning the home ODI WC. Under him, India reached the 2022 T20 WC semi-finals and ended as runners-up in the 2023 WTC final. Ganguly also revealed that head coach Rahul Dravid was also not keen to take the top post, which became vacant after Ravi Shastri's exit in late 2021. However, he agreed for the betterment of Indian cricket. "It's a lot of time on the road. He has a young family, two young kids. Plus, he played cricket all his life. So it's not easy coaching but he agreed thinking about Indian cricket and I wish he does it in the future too. A coach needs to be given time; it isn't magic for a coach to produce instant results in 3-4 months. He needs time to turn things around which he has now, second year in his tenure," Ganguly said as he hailed Dravid.

Rohit wasn't keen to succeed Kohli as India captain, says Ganguly, reveals how he convinced Hitman

<p>Rohit Sharma-led India are on a roll in the ODI World Cup 2023 edition&nbsp;at home. They have won eight games in a row and were the first team to qualify for the semi-finals. India, under Rohit, have been on top of their game. They have bowled and batted magnificently and also fielded well.&nbsp;Rohit, on the other hand, has set the tone with aggressive starts&nbsp;and&nbsp;marshalled the troops brilliantly, backing players constantly.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sanjay Bangar -- former Indian opener and batting coach --&nbsp;lauded Rohit's captaincy and even cited ex-captain Sourav Ganguly's example.</p>

<p>Speaking on Star Sports, Bangar&nbsp;praised Rohit&nbsp;on how he has dealt with the Indian team. He said,&nbsp;"I believe his USP is that he’s backed the players who were injured and low on confidence. Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah these 3 players were making comebacks after injury, and they were given the confidence that they were a part of this team, and that the team believes&nbsp;in their abilities, and that they would get opportunities."</p>

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<p>Bangar compared Rohit to Ganguly and claimed that Hitman has done a fantastic job going into the World Cup.</p>

<p>"When any captain says this, it’s above everything for a player. Another captain who did something similar is Sourav Ganguly when he identified Harbhajan Singh, Virender Sehwag, Zaheer Khan and Ashish Nehra. So, this is one fantastic contribution by Rohit Sharma as a captain,” the ex-opener concluded.</p>

<p>Rohit is India's second-highest run-getter (fifth-overall) in the home&nbsp;World Cup, with 442 runs, and will look to continue in the same manner -- both as captain and batter --&nbsp;to guide India to their third 50-over title later this month.</p>

<p>India will next play the Netherlands on Sunday (Nov 12) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru before the semi-finals get underway.</p>


Rohit Sharma-led India are on a roll in the ODI World Cup 2023 edition at home. They have won eight games in a row and were the first team to qualify for the semi-finals.

Rohit Sharma-led India are on a roll in the ODI World Cup 2023 edition at home. They have won eight games in a row and were the first team to qualify for the semi-finals. India, under Rohit, have been on top of their game. They have bowled and batted magnificently and also fielded well. Rohit, on the other hand, has set the tone with aggressive starts and marshalled the troops brilliantly, backing players constantly. Sanjay Bangar -- former Indian opener and batting coach -- lauded Rohit's captaincy and even cited ex-captain Sourav Ganguly's example. Speaking on Star Sports, Bangar praised Rohit on how he has dealt with the Indian team. He said, "I believe his USP is that he’s backed the players who were injured and low on confidence. Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah these 3 players were making comebacks after injury, and they were given the confidence that they were a part of this team, and that the team believes in their abilities, and that they would get opportunities." Also read: 'Only you....': Kohli LAUDS RCB mate Maxwell after his 201* in Australia's ODI WC win over Afghanistan Bangar compared Rohit to Ganguly and claimed that Hitman has done a fantastic job going into the World Cup. "When any captain says this, it’s above everything for a player. Another captain who did something similar is Sourav Ganguly when he identified Harbhajan Singh, Virender Sehwag, Zaheer Khan and Ashish Nehra. So, this is one fantastic contribution by Rohit Sharma as a captain,” the ex-opener concluded. Rohit is India's second-highest run-getter (fifth-overall) in the home World Cup, with 442 runs, and will look to continue in the same manner -- both as captain and batter -- to guide India to their third 50-over title later this month. India will next play the Netherlands on Sunday (Nov 12) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru before the semi-finals get underway.

'I believe his USP is...': Former Indian batter all praise for Rohit Sharma as India remain unbeaten in ODI WC

<p>Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir believes Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer deserve more plaudits for their performance against South Africa than Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma. India beat the Proteas by a whopping 243-run margin over the weekend to secure a top-of-the-table finish ahead of the knockouts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Batting first, India were off to a flyer, courtesy of Sharma and Gill as they plundered South African bowlers for 91 runs in the first 10 overs. However, soon after the powerplay, with the ball becoming old, batting became difficult on the Eden Gardens pitch, forcing no. 3 Kohli and Iyer to take a cautious approach, radically different from the openers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I believe Shreyas Iyer and Virat Kohli batted on a different planet. This was not the Wankhede or Delhi where the conditions are easy throughout the innings," Gambhir told host broadcaster Star Sports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Here it was easy at the start and became difficult in the middle and at the end. So I believe both should be praised more than Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><b>Indian gameplan against the Proteas</b></h2>

<p>The Kohli-Iyer duo gave full respect to spinners Keshav Maharaj and Tabrez Shamsi, even if it meant not scoring as fluently as they would have liked.</p>

<p>"Spin was going to be the biggest challenge. The way the two of them batted against Keshav Maharaj, he might have conceded just 30 runs but the important thing was that he picked up just one wicket, and because of that South Africa had to get their fast bowlers back," said Gambhir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the spinners had their say in the game, the Indian batters cashed in on the pacers, especially Iyer, who took particular affinity for Marco Jansen. Meanwhile, Kohli carried his bat through and smashed his 49th ODI century, equalling the record set by Sachin Tendulkar, over a decade ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Virat reached his milestone, batting remained difficult on the sluggish track. Although India recalibrated their plans to reach anywhere near 300, late cameos from Suryakumar Yadav (22 off 14) and Ravindra Jadeja (29 off 15) ensured that the team posted an above-par target of 327.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the end of Indian innings, all eyes were on Jadeja as the pitch had enough in it to offer something to a bowler of his calibre. The left-arm orthodox spinner did not disappoint and walked away with a fifer (9-1-33-5) that dismantled the South African batting lineup.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir believes Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer deserve more plaudits for their performance against South Africa than Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma.

Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir believes Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer deserve more plaudits for their performance against South Africa than Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma. India beat the Proteas by a whopping 243-run margin over the weekend to secure a top-of-the-table finish ahead of the knockouts. Batting first, India were off to a flyer, courtesy of Sharma and Gill as they plundered South African bowlers for 91 runs in the first 10 overs. However, soon after the powerplay, with the ball becoming old, batting became difficult on the Eden Gardens pitch, forcing no. 3 Kohli and Iyer to take a cautious approach, radically different from the openers. "I believe Shreyas Iyer and Virat Kohli batted on a different planet. This was not the Wankhede or Delhi where the conditions are easy throughout the innings," Gambhir told host broadcaster Star Sports. "Here it was easy at the start and became difficult in the middle and at the end. So I believe both should be praised more than Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill," he added. Also read | Unbeaten India equal unique ODI World Cup record after 243-run win over South Africa Indian gameplan against the Proteas The Kohli-Iyer duo gave full respect to spinners Keshav Maharaj and Tabrez Shamsi, even if it meant not scoring as fluently as they would have liked. "Spin was going to be the biggest challenge. The way the two of them batted against Keshav Maharaj, he might have conceded just 30 runs but the important thing was that he picked up just one wicket, and because of that South Africa had to get their fast bowlers back," said Gambhir. After the spinners had their say in the game, the Indian batters cashed in on the pacers, especially Iyer, who took particular affinity for Marco Jansen. Meanwhile, Kohli carried his bat through and smashed his 49th ODI century, equalling the record set by Sachin Tendulkar, over a decade ago. While Virat reached his milestone, batting remained difficult on the sluggish track. Although India recalibrated their plans to reach anywhere near 300, late cameos from Suryakumar Yadav (22 off 14) and Ravindra Jadeja (29 off 15) ensured that the team posted an above-par target of 327. After the end of Indian innings, all eyes were on Jadeja as the pitch had enough in it to offer something to a bowler of his calibre. The left-arm orthodox spinner did not disappoint and walked away with a fifer (9-1-33-5) that dismantled the South African batting lineup. (With inputs from agencies)

World Cup 2023: Gautam Gambhir says this batting duo should be hailed more than Rohit and Gill

<p>Team India officially booked their place in the ODI World Cup semifinal on Thursday (Nov 2) after a dominating 302-run win over Sri Lanka. The win saw a ruthless approach from Team India as they were fluent in both batting and bowling.</p>

<p>Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj were stars of the win as India bowled out Sri Lanka for 54, having earlier put 357/8 on the board.</p>

<p>After the match, Rohit opened up on India’s target and that now they have their&nbsp;sight set on the last four with two more matches still to go in the league stage.</p>

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<h2><strong>Rohit opens up on semifinal berth</strong></h2>

<p>“Very happy knowing that we have officially qualified now. Been a good effort from the squad, when we started in Chennai. This was our goal, to qualify first and then obviously to be in the semis and the finals. The way we approached these 7 games, it was quite clinical. Everyone put in the effort and a lot of individuals have put their hand up. Was a good challenge to put runs on the board, and that's the kind of template you gotta have when you want to score that many runs,” Rohit said during the post-match presentation.</p>

<p>Having posted a mammoth total, India wiped the floor with Sri Lanka as Shami ended with his second Player of the Match award in three matches. He already has 14 wickets in that period as India’s bowling is firing on all cylinders. Siraj, on the other hand, imitated his Asia Cup final heroics as he reduced the Islanders to 3/4 early&nbsp;in the innings.</p>

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<p>“350 on any pitch is a very good score and a lot of credit to the batting unit for taking us to that score and the bowlers did the job obviously. Shreyas is a very strong (in his mind) lad and today, as you saw, he went there and did what he is exactly known for and that is what we expect from him,” Rohit added.</p>

<p>India, with the win, also regained the top spot and will next face South Africa, who remain the closest team to match India’s winning momentum.</p>

<p>A win for India will guarantee them top spot while a defeat will see them drop to second spot.</p>

<p>The contest will be played at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens on Sunday (Nov 5).</p>

<p>Sri Lanka will face Bangladesh in Delhi as they still have a remote chance of making the semifinals if other results go in their favour.&nbsp;</p>


Team India officially booked their place in the ODI World Cup semifinal on Thursday (Nov 2) after a dominating 302-run win over Sri Lanka. The win saw a ruthless approach from Team India as they were fluent in both batting and bowling.

Team India officially booked their place in the ODI World Cup semifinal on Thursday (Nov 2) after a dominating 302-run win over Sri Lanka. The win saw a ruthless approach from Team India as they were fluent in both batting and bowling. Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj were stars of the win as India bowled out Sri Lanka for 54, having earlier put 357/8 on the board. After the match, Rohit opened up on India’s target and that now they have their sight set on the last four with two more matches still to go in the league stage. Yet another match-winning spell and yet another Player of the Match award! 🏆 Congratulations, Mohd. Shami 🙌#TeamIndia register a mammoth 302-run win 👏👏 #CWC23 | #MenInBlue | #INDvSL pic.twitter.com/NJnX6EeP4h — BCCI (@BCCI) November 2, 2023 × Rohit opens up on semifinal berth “Very happy knowing that we have officially qualified now. Been a good effort from the squad, when we started in Chennai. This was our goal, to qualify first and then obviously to be in the semis and the finals. The way we approached these 7 games, it was quite clinical. Everyone put in the effort and a lot of individuals have put their hand up. Was a good challenge to put runs on the board, and that's the kind of template you gotta have when you want to score that many runs,” Rohit said during the post-match presentation. Having posted a mammoth total, India wiped the floor with Sri Lanka as Shami ended with his second Player of the Match award in three matches. He already has 14 wickets in that period as India’s bowling is firing on all cylinders. Siraj, on the other hand, imitated his Asia Cup final heroics as he reduced the Islanders to 3/4 early in the innings. ALSO READ | IND vs SL, CWC '23: Kohli surpasses Tendulkar’s all-time record of most 1000-run years in ODIs “350 on any pitch is a very good score and a lot of credit to the batting unit for taking us to that score and the bowlers did the job obviously. Shreyas is a very strong (in his mind) lad and today, as you saw, he went there and did what he is exactly known for and that is what we expect from him,” Rohit added. India, with the win, also regained the top spot and will next face South Africa, who remain the closest team to match India’s winning momentum. A win for India will guarantee them top spot while a defeat will see them drop to second spot. The contest will be played at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens on Sunday (Nov 5). Sri Lanka will face Bangladesh in Delhi as they still have a remote chance of making the semifinals if other results go in their favour.

ODI World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma opens up on semifinal qualification, says 'this was our goal'

<p>India skipper Rohit Sharma could have a day with destiny in less than 18 days if the dream&nbsp;of lifting the ODI World Cup for Team India at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday (Nov 19) is realised. However, before this, Rohit will look to emerge triumphant in Mumbai, not once but twice (if India don’t play Pakistan in the semis) as he targets another swift outing in the ODI World Cup on Thursday (Nov 2). With India taking on Sri Lanka at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, local boy Rohit will have the opportunity to showcase his will to win the World Cup in familiar surroundings.</p>

<h2><strong>Can Rohit continue his impressive run?</strong></h2>

<p>Having so far taken the ODI World Cup by storm, the 35-year-old will look to get all the pieces right when he takes the field on Thursday. Currently the fourth-highest scorer in the tournament with 398 runs in six matches, Rohit will look to continue his impressive run. He has smashed 20 sixes so far in the World Cup, the most by any player so far in the ODI World Cup. He averages 66.33 with the highest score of 131 against Afghanistan in Pune. His tally of 43 fours is only bettered by South Africa’s Quinton de Kock's 54.</p>

<h2><strong>Rohit's interesting numbers</strong></h2>

<p>On Thursday when he takes the field against Sri Lanka, it will be the first time that Rohit will be captaining India in an ODI in his hometown Mumbai. Against England, he became just the fifth Indian in history to score 18000 runs in international cricket. The match was also his 100th as captain of the Men in Blue with him winning 74 of those, the most by any Indian captain during the period. Rohit is also the first Indian ever to win each of his first six matches as captain at the ODI World Cup.</p>

<p>The Indian skipper’s 87-run knock against England was his 12th fifty-plus score at the ODI World Cup, with only Sachin Tendulkar scoring more such scores with 21 in&nbsp;World Cup.</p>

<p>Rohit was awarded the Player of the Match for his efforts. He becomes only the second Indian after Shikhar Dhawan to win multiple Player of the Match awards v SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) countries at the ODI World Cup.</p>

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<p>Overall, his seven Player of the Match awards at the ODI World Cup are now the second most ever after Tendulkar’s nine. Rohit has a great record against Sri Lanka in ODIs having scored the world-record 264-run knock against the islanders in 2014. Interestingly, he has scored two double hundreds against Sri Lanka in the ODI format.</p>

<p>So far in 2023, Rohit has been on a boundary-hitting rampage having achieved the distinction of becoming the first player ever to achieve the double of hitting 100+ fours and 50+ sixes in a calendar year in ODIs.</p>

<h2><strong>Rohit’s record at Wankhede</strong></h2>

<p>Rohit has a fine record in Tests at the venue while also keeping up with numbers in T20Is. In Tests, he scored an unbeaten 111 in his only innings at the ground. His record in T20Is at the ground is very good too, averaging 41.25 in four matches at an excellent strike rate of 158.65. He is also the only player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to score more than 2000 runs at the Wankhede Stadium with 2020 runs at an average of 33.11 and a strike rate of 133.95.</p>


India skipper Rohit Sharma could have a day with destiny in less than 18 days if the dream of lifting the ODI World Cup for Team India at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday (Nov 19) is realised.

India skipper Rohit Sharma could have a day with destiny in less than 18 days if the dream of lifting the ODI World Cup for Team India at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday (Nov 19) is realised. However, before this, Rohit will look to emerge triumphant in Mumbai, not once but twice (if India don’t play Pakistan in the semis) as he targets another swift outing in the ODI World Cup on Thursday (Nov 2). With India taking on Sri Lanka at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, local boy Rohit will have the opportunity to showcase his will to win the World Cup in familiar surroundings. Can Rohit continue his impressive run? Having so far taken the ODI World Cup by storm, the 35-year-old will look to get all the pieces right when he takes the field on Thursday. Currently the fourth-highest scorer in the tournament with 398 runs in six matches, Rohit will look to continue his impressive run. He has smashed 20 sixes so far in the World Cup, the most by any player so far in the ODI World Cup. He averages 66.33 with the highest score of 131 against Afghanistan in Pune. His tally of 43 fours is only bettered by South Africa’s Quinton de Kock's 54. Rohit's interesting numbers On Thursday when he takes the field against Sri Lanka, it will be the first time that Rohit will be captaining India in an ODI in his hometown Mumbai. Against England, he became just the fifth Indian in history to score 18000 runs in international cricket. The match was also his 100th as captain of the Men in Blue with him winning 74 of those, the most by any Indian captain during the period. Rohit is also the first Indian ever to win each of his first six matches as captain at the ODI World Cup. The Indian skipper’s 87-run knock against England was his 12th fifty-plus score at the ODI World Cup, with only Sachin Tendulkar scoring more such scores with 21 in World Cup. Rohit was awarded the Player of the Match for his efforts. He becomes only the second Indian after Shikhar Dhawan to win multiple Player of the Match awards v SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) countries at the ODI World Cup. ALSO READ | ODI World Cup 2023: Blow to India! Hardik Pandya not expected to return before THIS match - Report Overall, his seven Player of the Match awards at the ODI World Cup are now the second most ever after Tendulkar’s nine. Rohit has a great record against Sri Lanka in ODIs having scored the world-record 264-run knock against the islanders in 2014. Interestingly, he has scored two double hundreds against Sri Lanka in the ODI format. So far in 2023, Rohit has been on a boundary-hitting rampage having achieved the distinction of becoming the first player ever to achieve the double of hitting 100+ fours and 50+ sixes in a calendar year in ODIs. Rohit’s record at Wankhede Rohit has a fine record in Tests at the venue while also keeping up with numbers in T20Is. In Tests, he scored an unbeaten 111 in his only innings at the ground. His record in T20Is at the ground is very good too, averaging 41.25 in four matches at an excellent strike rate of 158.65. He is also the only player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to score more than 2000 runs at the Wankhede Stadium with 2020 runs at an average of 33.11 and a strike rate of 133.95.

Local boy Rohit Sharma takes centre stage at Wankhede, looks to continue impressive form

<p>India have been in superb form in the ODI World Cup 2023 edition. The home side have won their first six games and already have one foot in the semi-finals. On Thursday (Nov 2), as India locked horns with Sri Lanka at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on India's winning streak and stated that the Men in Blue are still striving hard to keep improving and not get carried away.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Kusal Mendis-led Islanders opted to bowl first in Mumbai, Rohit spoke at the toss and said, "We would have batted first as well. Good pitch and some assistance at the start and it will be nice under lights for our seamers to bowl. It's a great honour and a good moment for me to captain the team where I have grown up playing. That's a good thing for us moving forward. But as a team, we strive to keep improving and not get carried away and stay balanced. Try to tick the boxes whenever we take the field."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-2023-rohit-sharmas-87-vs-england-was-worth-more-than-hundred-feels-sunil-gavaskar-654259">World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma's 87 vs England was worth more than hundred, feels Sunil Gavaskar</a></strong></p>

<p>For the SL game, India have gone unchanged. They will look to get past the Lankans, whom they defeated twice in the Asia Cup 2023 edition including the final.</p>

<p><strong>India (Playing XI):&nbsp;</strong>Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj</p>

<p><strong>Sri Lanka (Playing XI)</strong>: Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis(w/c), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dushan Hemantha, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka</p>

<p>The last time both sides locked horns at the Wankhede Stadium in an ODI World Cup was during the 2011 edition's final. Back then, MS Dhoni-led India beat the Lankans by six wickets in pursuit of 275.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Another win will confirm India's place in the World Cup semi-finals. Team India have not won an ICC title since their historic triumph in the 2013 Champions Trophy. Thus, Rohit &amp; Co. will be desperate to keep going ahead and not loose focus towards the business end of the tournament.</p>


India have been in superb form in the ODI World Cup 2023 edition. The home side have won their first six games and already have one foot in the semi-finals. On Thursday (Nov 2), as India locked horns with Sri Lanka at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on India's winning streak and stated that the Men in Blue are still striving hard to keep improving and not get carried away.

India have been in superb form in the ODI World Cup 2023 edition. The home side have won their first six games and already have one foot in the semi-finals. On Thursday (Nov 2), as India locked horns with Sri Lanka at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on India's winning streak and stated that the Men in Blue are still striving hard to keep improving and not get carried away. After Kusal Mendis-led Islanders opted to bowl first in Mumbai, Rohit spoke at the toss and said, "We would have batted first as well. Good pitch and some assistance at the start and it will be nice under lights for our seamers to bowl. It's a great honour and a good moment for me to captain the team where I have grown up playing. That's a good thing for us moving forward. But as a team, we strive to keep improving and not get carried away and stay balanced. Try to tick the boxes whenever we take the field." Also read: World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma's 87 vs England was worth more than hundred, feels Sunil Gavaskar For the SL game, India have gone unchanged. They will look to get past the Lankans, whom they defeated twice in the Asia Cup 2023 edition including the final. India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis(w/c), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dushan Hemantha, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka The last time both sides locked horns at the Wankhede Stadium in an ODI World Cup was during the 2011 edition's final. Back then, MS Dhoni-led India beat the Lankans by six wickets in pursuit of 275. Another win will confirm India's place in the World Cup semi-finals. Team India have not won an ICC title since their historic triumph in the 2013 Champions Trophy. Thus, Rohit & Co. will be desperate to keep going ahead and not loose focus towards the business end of the tournament.

'We strive to keep improving and not get carried away': Rohit Sharma on India's unbeaten run in ODI WC

<p>India skipper Rohit Sharma was clean bowled by Sri Lanka's Dilshan Madushanka on the second ball of their ODI World Cup 2023 match. Rohit had started off well with a four on the first ball of the match towards fine leg but was served up a brilliant second delivery.</p>

<p>The ball missed Rohit's defence and cantered on the off stump, uprooting it and silencing an energetic Mumbai crowd. Have a look at the ball here:</p>

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<p>Earlier, Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to field first in Mumbai. India currently are on a six-match unbeaten streak and the only undefeated team in the ODI World Cup 2023. India have batted first only once in the last six games, against England in their last match, and had a bit of a scare with the bat. It was skipper Rohit's 87 which got India to a modest 229 before bowlers did the trick.</p>

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<p>Sri Lanka, on the other hand, are having an awful tournament with the ongoing match being a do-or-die for them. Sri Lanka currently are seventh on the points table with two wins in six games. Another loss in the league games could end Sri Lanka's campaign in the ODI World Cup 2023.</p>

<p>They, however, will have the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 qualification to play for even after being out of contention for the semis in the ongoing quadrennial tournament. As per the International Cricket Council guidelines, the top seven teams after the league matches in the ODI World Cup 2023 will automatically qualify for the eight-team Champions Trophy with the eighth team being hosts Pakistan.</p>

<p>Prior to the ODI World Cup 2023, Sri Lanka had done well in the Asia Cup 2023, reaching the final after beating Pakistan. The co-hosts, however, were unravelled by India's Mohammed Siraj and ended up being the runners-up.</p>


India skipper Rohit Sharma was clean bowled by Sri Lanka's Dilshan Madushanka on the second ball of their ODI World Cup 2023 match. Rohit had started off well with a four on the first ball of the match towards fine leg but was served up a brilliant second delivery.

India skipper Rohit Sharma was clean bowled by Sri Lanka's Dilshan Madushanka on the second ball of their ODI World Cup 2023 match. Rohit had started off well with a four on the first ball of the match towards fine leg but was served up a brilliant second delivery. The ball missed Rohit's defence and cantered on the off stump, uprooting it and silencing an energetic Mumbai crowd. Have a look at the ball here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) × Earlier, Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to field first in Mumbai. India currently are on a six-match unbeaten streak and the only undefeated team in the ODI World Cup 2023. India have batted first only once in the last six games, against England in their last match, and had a bit of a scare with the bat. It was skipper Rohit's 87 which got India to a modest 229 before bowlers did the trick. Also Read: Rohit Sharma's 87 vs England was worth more than hundred, feels Sunil Gavaskar Sri Lanka, on the other hand, are having an awful tournament with the ongoing match being a do-or-die for them. Sri Lanka currently are seventh on the points table with two wins in six games. Another loss in the league games could end Sri Lanka's campaign in the ODI World Cup 2023. They, however, will have the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 qualification to play for even after being out of contention for the semis in the ongoing quadrennial tournament. As per the International Cricket Council guidelines, the top seven teams after the league matches in the ODI World Cup 2023 will automatically qualify for the eight-team Champions Trophy with the eighth team being hosts Pakistan. Prior to the ODI World Cup 2023, Sri Lanka had done well in the Asia Cup 2023, reaching the final after beating Pakistan. The co-hosts, however, were unravelled by India's Mohammed Siraj and ended up being the runners-up.

ODI World Cup 2023: WATCH | India skipper Rohit Sharma CLEAN BOWLED on second ball vs Sri Lanka

<p>Former Indian opener Sunil Gavaskar has hailed Rohit Sharma's sublime 87 in India's 100-run win over England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup in Lucknow on Oct 29. Asked to bat first, India didn't get off to a great start and were soon reduced to 40 for 3 but captain Rohit stitched an impressive 91-run fourth-wicket stand with KL Rahul (39) before getting out for a classy 87 as India managed a below-par 229 for 9 with Suryakumar Yadav (49) also chipping in with the bat. In reply, England were dismissed for 129 as Mohammed Shami (4 for 22) and Jasprit Bumrah (3 for 32) wreaked havoc with the ball.</p>

<p>Gavaskar has lauded Rohit for playing a top knock amid a difficult situation to take India past the 200-run mark and believes his knock was worth more than a hundred. "Rohit Sharma's innings against England was a captain's innings worth more than a hundred as he tailored his approach according to the needs of the situation," Sunil Gavaskar wrote in his column for Khaleej Times.</p>

<p>Rohit has been India's top run-getter in the ten-team competition. He has 402 runs (fourth-most) including a best of 131, versus Afghanistan, and will look to continue his good run going forward.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cwc-23-any-team-would-want-a-bowling-attack-like-indias-says-sl-coach-ahead-of-mumbai-clash-654209">CWC '23: Any team would want a bowling attack like India's, says SL coach ahead of Mumbai clash</a></strong></p>

<p>India have been on a roll in the home ODI World Cup. They have won six games on the trot and Gavaskar wants the hosts to continue their dominance and not loosen up. "India must not loosen up and keep the winning tempo going as it sends a message to the opposition that they are determined to win the trophy at home," Gavaskar added.</p>

<p>India are one win away from booking a place in the semi-finals of the mega event. On Thursday (Nov 2), they locked horns with 1996 winners Sri Lanka at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in match 33. After losing the toss, India were asked to bat first and lost captain Rohit (4) in the first over. They will hope for the rest of the batters to stand tall and post an imposing total.&nbsp;</p>


Former Indian opener Sunil Gavaskar has hailed Rohit Sharma's sublime 87 in India's 100-run win over England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup in Lucknow on Oct 29.

Former Indian opener Sunil Gavaskar has hailed Rohit Sharma's sublime 87 in India's 100-run win over England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup in Lucknow on Oct 29. Asked to bat first, India didn't get off to a great start and were soon reduced to 40 for 3 but captain Rohit stitched an impressive 91-run fourth-wicket stand with KL Rahul (39) before getting out for a classy 87 as India managed a below-par 229 for 9 with Suryakumar Yadav (49) also chipping in with the bat. In reply, England were dismissed for 129 as Mohammed Shami (4 for 22) and Jasprit Bumrah (3 for 32) wreaked havoc with the ball. Gavaskar has lauded Rohit for playing a top knock amid a difficult situation to take India past the 200-run mark and believes his knock was worth more than a hundred. "Rohit Sharma's innings against England was a captain's innings worth more than a hundred as he tailored his approach according to the needs of the situation," Sunil Gavaskar wrote in his column for Khaleej Times. Rohit has been India's top run-getter in the ten-team competition. He has 402 runs (fourth-most) including a best of 131, versus Afghanistan, and will look to continue his good run going forward. Also read: CWC '23: Any team would want a bowling attack like India's, says SL coach ahead of Mumbai clash India have been on a roll in the home ODI World Cup. They have won six games on the trot and Gavaskar wants the hosts to continue their dominance and not loosen up. "India must not loosen up and keep the winning tempo going as it sends a message to the opposition that they are determined to win the trophy at home," Gavaskar added. India are one win away from booking a place in the semi-finals of the mega event. On Thursday (Nov 2), they locked horns with 1996 winners Sri Lanka at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in match 33. After losing the toss, India were asked to bat first and lost captain Rohit (4) in the first over. They will hope for the rest of the batters to stand tall and post an imposing total.

World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma's 87 vs England was worth more than hundred, feels Sunil Gavaskar

<p>Rohit Sharma-led India have been on a roll in the home ODI World Cup. They remain the only unbeaten team in the tournament, having won their first six games with relative ease. Ahead of their clash versus Sri Lanka on Thursday (Nov 2), head coach Chris Silverwood opened up on India's bowling attack and heaped praise on the attack with the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, etc. performing brilliantly so far.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'There is no hiding it is a very good bowling attack'</strong></h2>

<p>"If you look at that bowling attack and you watch them operate, it is a very strong bowling attack. I think any team in the world would want an attack like that, to be honest," Silverwood told media during the team's training session prior to the India game. He opined, "But we see that as a great challenge for our guys. We see it as an opportunity to go out and play against the best and see, I mean, pit ourselves against that. But there is no hiding it is a very good bowling attack."</p>

<p>So far, Bumrah has accounted for 14 wickets (fourth-most), Kuldeep has ten scalps (13th), Shami has nine breakthroughs from two encounters whereas Ravindra Jadeja has got eight wickets in the mega event.</p>

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<p>India and Sri Lanka will face each other for the first time after the Asia Cup 2023 final&nbsp;played in Colombo on September 17. Back then, India rode on Mohammed Siraj's 6 for 21 to dismiss the Lankans for 50 and chased down the target with ten wickets, and 263 balls&nbsp;to spare. Silverwood is optimistic that the defeat in the Asia Cup would 'give more motivation' to the Lankan squad, which is marred with injuries, to perform well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I would rather hope that the defeat in the Asia Cup would give more motivation to the boys to come out and obviously fight, show plenty of spirit and get stuck in to the Indian side. They are a very good side — we know that — we have seen them play some superb cricket this tournament so far. But I think it is a good opportunity for our boys to show what they are made of as well. Hopefully, the defeat in the Asia Cup will give motivation to the boys," the Englishman added.</p>

<p>The last time India and SL met at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in the ODI World Cup was back in the 2011 edition's final. The MS Dhoni-led Men in Blue defeated the Islanders by six wickets in a chase of 274. Will the script remain in India's favour or will the Lankans break India's winning streak?&nbsp;</p>

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Rohit Sharma-led India have been on a roll in the home ODI World Cup. They remain the only unbeaten team in the tournament, having won their first six games with relative ease.

Rohit Sharma-led India have been on a roll in the home ODI World Cup. They remain the only unbeaten team in the tournament, having won their first six games with relative ease. Ahead of their clash versus Sri Lanka on Thursday (Nov 2), head coach Chris Silverwood opened up on India's bowling attack and heaped praise on the attack with the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, etc. performing brilliantly so far. 'There is no hiding it is a very good bowling attack' "If you look at that bowling attack and you watch them operate, it is a very strong bowling attack. I think any team in the world would want an attack like that, to be honest," Silverwood told media during the team's training session prior to the India game. He opined, "But we see that as a great challenge for our guys. We see it as an opportunity to go out and play against the best and see, I mean, pit ourselves against that. But there is no hiding it is a very good bowling attack." So far, Bumrah has accounted for 14 wickets (fourth-most), Kuldeep has ten scalps (13th), Shami has nine breakthroughs from two encounters whereas Ravindra Jadeja has got eight wickets in the mega event. Also read: ODI World Cup 2023: India skipper Rohit Sharma 'concerned' over Mumbai air quality ahead of Sri Lanka match India and Sri Lanka will face each other for the first time after the Asia Cup 2023 final played in Colombo on September 17. Back then, India rode on Mohammed Siraj's 6 for 21 to dismiss the Lankans for 50 and chased down the target with ten wickets, and 263 balls to spare. Silverwood is optimistic that the defeat in the Asia Cup would 'give more motivation' to the Lankan squad, which is marred with injuries, to perform well. "I would rather hope that the defeat in the Asia Cup would give more motivation to the boys to come out and obviously fight, show plenty of spirit and get stuck in to the Indian side. They are a very good side — we know that — we have seen them play some superb cricket this tournament so far. But I think it is a good opportunity for our boys to show what they are made of as well. Hopefully, the defeat in the Asia Cup will give motivation to the boys," the Englishman added. The last time India and SL met at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in the ODI World Cup was back in the 2011 edition's final. The MS Dhoni-led Men in Blue defeated the Islanders by six wickets in a chase of 274. Will the script remain in India's favour or will the Lankans break India's winning streak? WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

CWC '23: Any team would want a bowling attack like India's, says SL coach ahead of Mumbai clash

<p>India skipper Rohit Sharma provided a crucial update on injured all-rounder Hardik Pandya ahead of the ODI World Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka in Mumbai. Rohit confirmed on the eve of the match that Hardik won't be playing against Sri Lanka on November 2. The skipper, however, was hopeful of seeing him 'as soon as possible.'</p>

<p>"Right now, he is not available for tomorrow's match," Rohit said at the pre-match press conference in Mumbai.</p>

<p>"It is an injury that we have to see every day how much per cent he has improved, how much recovery has been made, how much bowling has been done, how much batting has been done. So, on a day-to-day basis, we would like to take a call.</p>

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<p>"The matches (at the World Cup) are taking place every three or four days and we are watching the situation daily,” the India captain added.</p>

<p>Talking about whether Pandya would be available for the match against South Africa on November 5, Rohit said: "It is possible, as he is progressing, it's possible and hopefully we'll get a chance to see him as soon as possible. That's all I can say for now."</p>

<p>Hardik got injured in his follow-through on October 19 against Bangladesh and has been at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), Bengaluru ever since for recovery.</p>

<p>Talking about the playing XI against Sri Lanka, Rohit added: "All sorts of combination is possible."</p>

<p>Rohit hinted that India could even play three spinners if the situation allows instead of three seamers which the team has been doing in the tournament so far.</p>

<p>"In this World Cup, you've seen spinners actually are the ones who are stopping that run flow in the middle overs, so I am keeping my options open whether we have Hardik or not at this point in time to play three spinners or not.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If the situation demands for us to play three spinners, we will play three spinners.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We'll see whatever is necessary to make the right combination, right play. We will do that," added Rohit.</p>

<p>India currently are the only unbeaten team in the ODI World Cup with six wins in six games and are best placed to make it to the semis.</p>


India skipper Rohit Sharma provided a crucial update on injured all-rounder Hardik Pandya ahead of the ODI World Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka in Mumbai. Rohit confirmed on the eve of the match that Hardik won't be playing against Sri Lanka on November 2.

India skipper Rohit Sharma provided a crucial update on injured all-rounder Hardik Pandya ahead of the ODI World Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka in Mumbai. Rohit confirmed on the eve of the match that Hardik won't be playing against Sri Lanka on November 2. The skipper, however, was hopeful of seeing him 'as soon as possible.' "Right now, he is not available for tomorrow's match," Rohit said at the pre-match press conference in Mumbai. "It is an injury that we have to see every day how much per cent he has improved, how much recovery has been made, how much bowling has been done, how much batting has been done. So, on a day-to-day basis, we would like to take a call. Also Read: Australia's Mitchell Marsh out of England match after flying home for family reasons "The matches (at the World Cup) are taking place every three or four days and we are watching the situation daily,” the India captain added. Talking about whether Pandya would be available for the match against South Africa on November 5, Rohit said: "It is possible, as he is progressing, it's possible and hopefully we'll get a chance to see him as soon as possible. That's all I can say for now." Hardik got injured in his follow-through on October 19 against Bangladesh and has been at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), Bengaluru ever since for recovery. Talking about the playing XI against Sri Lanka, Rohit added: "All sorts of combination is possible." Rohit hinted that India could even play three spinners if the situation allows instead of three seamers which the team has been doing in the tournament so far. "In this World Cup, you've seen spinners actually are the ones who are stopping that run flow in the middle overs, so I am keeping my options open whether we have Hardik or not at this point in time to play three spinners or not. "If the situation demands for us to play three spinners, we will play three spinners. "We'll see whatever is necessary to make the right combination, right play. We will do that," added Rohit. India currently are the only unbeaten team in the ODI World Cup with six wins in six games and are best placed to make it to the semis.

ODI World Cup 2023: India skipper Rohit Sharma provides CRUCIAL update on Hardik Pandya before Sri Lanka game

<p>India skipper Rohit Sharma has raised concerns over poor air quality in Mumbai ahead of the ODI World Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka on November 2. The Board of&nbsp;Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has also decided to not burst firecrackers in the wake of severe air pollution in Delhi and Mumbai.</p>

<p>Speaking on the eve of the Sri Lanka match, Rohit said: "In an ideal world, you do not want a situation like this but I am pretty sure that the concerned people are taking the necessary steps to avoid this kind of situation. It is not ideal and everyone knows that."</p>

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<p>"Looking at our future generations, your kids, my kid. Obviously, it is important that they get to live without any fear. Every time I get to speak outside of cricket, or not discussing cricket, I always talk about this. We have to look after our future generations," he added.</p>

<p>Ahead of the match, BCCI also issued a statement which read: "BCCI is sensitive to environmental concerns. I took up the matter formally with the ICC and there won't be any fireworks display in Mumbai, which can add to the pollution level. The board is committed to combating environmental issues and will always place the interest of our fans and stakeholders at the forefront."</p>

<p>"The BCCI acknowledges the urgent concern surrounding air quality in both Mumbai and New Delhi. While we strive to host the ICC World Cup in a manner befitting the celebration of cricket, we remain steadfast in our commitment to prioritising the health and safety of all our stakeholders," it further added.</p>

<p>After the match between India and Sri Lanka, Mumbai will host the Australia vs Afghanistan tie on November 7 as well as the first semi-final on November 15 between the teams finishing in first place and fourth place.</p>


India skipper Rohit Sharma has raised concerns over poor air quality in Mumbai ahead of the ODI World Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka on November 2. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has also decided to not burst firecrackers in the wake of severe air pollution in Delhi and Mumbai.

India skipper Rohit Sharma has raised concerns over poor air quality in Mumbai ahead of the ODI World Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka on November 2. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has also decided to not burst firecrackers in the wake of severe air pollution in Delhi and Mumbai. Speaking on the eve of the Sri Lanka match, Rohit said: "In an ideal world, you do not want a situation like this but I am pretty sure that the concerned people are taking the necessary steps to avoid this kind of situation. It is not ideal and everyone knows that." Also Read: Australia's Mitchell Marsh out of England match after flying home for family reasons "Looking at our future generations, your kids, my kid. Obviously, it is important that they get to live without any fear. Every time I get to speak outside of cricket, or not discussing cricket, I always talk about this. We have to look after our future generations," he added. Ahead of the match, BCCI also issued a statement which read: "BCCI is sensitive to environmental concerns. I took up the matter formally with the ICC and there won't be any fireworks display in Mumbai, which can add to the pollution level. The board is committed to combating environmental issues and will always place the interest of our fans and stakeholders at the forefront." "The BCCI acknowledges the urgent concern surrounding air quality in both Mumbai and New Delhi. While we strive to host the ICC World Cup in a manner befitting the celebration of cricket, we remain steadfast in our commitment to prioritising the health and safety of all our stakeholders," it further added. After the match between India and Sri Lanka, Mumbai will host the Australia vs Afghanistan tie on November 7 as well as the first semi-final on November 15 between the teams finishing in first place and fourth place.

ODI World Cup 2023: India skipper Rohit Sharma 'concerned' over Mumbai air quality ahead of Sri Lanka match

<p>Rohit Sharma’s Team India delivered the final knockout blow to defending champions England on Sunday (Oct 29) in the ODI World Cup with a resounding 100-run win in Lucknow. On the brink of exit already, England are now officially out of the race for the semifinals of the ODI World Cup, having been bowled out for 129&nbsp;in 34.5&nbsp;overs. The win also sees India return to the top of the league standings with a place in the semifinals all but sealed with three matches to go.</p>

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<p>Knowing a defeat would end their semifinal bid, England needed to chase 230 to stay in contention for the slightest chance. However, like the rest of the campaign, England's batting failed to deliver and they were all out for 129. Liam Livingstone was the top scorer with 27 runs for the English side while their star batters like Joe Root (0) and Ben Stokes (0) failed to deliver.</p>

<p>Jonny Bairstow (14) and Dawid Malan (16) gave a 30-run stand for the opening wicket but after their wickets, it was another meteoric collapse for the champions. For India, Mohammed Shami ended with figures of (22/4) from his seven overs. Jasprit Bumrah scalped three wickets while the spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja ended with two and one wickets respectively.</p>

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<p>Earlier, India were reduced to 40/3 as England bowlers David Willey and Chris Woakes were in top form. Batting first for the first time in the tournament, England were at the top limiting India to 229/9 in their 50 overs. Skipper Rohit Sharma was the top scorer with 87 runs with Suryakumar Yadav playing a handy 49-run knock to lead India over 200.</p>

<p>The win for India now means England are officially out of the ODI World Cup. The win also put India atop the pile ahead of South Africa with a perfect record in the World Cup with six wins from six matches.&nbsp;India next take on Sri Lanka who are still vying for a place in the semifinal before they take on South Africa in Kolkata. England, on the other hand, take on Australia in Ahmedabad on&nbsp;Saturday (Nov 4) before facing Netherlands and Pakistan in the final run-in.</p>

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Rohit Sharma’s Team India delivered the final knockout blow to defending champions England on Sunday (Oct 29) in the ODI World Cup with a resounding 100-run win in Lucknow.

Rohit Sharma’s Team India delivered the final knockout blow to defending champions England on Sunday (Oct 29) in the ODI World Cup with a resounding 100-run win in Lucknow. On the brink of exit already, England are now officially out of the race for the semifinals of the ODI World Cup, having been bowled out for 129 in 34.5 overs. The win also sees India return to the top of the league standings with a place in the semifinals all but sealed with three matches to go. Undefeated India go to the top of the #CWC23 points table with their sixth successive win in the tournament 👊#INDvENG 📝: https://t.co/sLTTWYaH8H pic.twitter.com/ZqjSAJ7NBL — ICC (@ICC) October 29, 2023 × England out of the semifinals race Knowing a defeat would end their semifinal bid, England needed to chase 230 to stay in contention for the slightest chance. However, like the rest of the campaign, England's batting failed to deliver and they were all out for 129. Liam Livingstone was the top scorer with 27 runs for the English side while their star batters like Joe Root (0) and Ben Stokes (0) failed to deliver. Jonny Bairstow (14) and Dawid Malan (16) gave a 30-run stand for the opening wicket but after their wickets, it was another meteoric collapse for the champions. For India, Mohammed Shami ended with figures of (22/4) from his seven overs. Jasprit Bumrah scalped three wickets while the spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja ended with two and one wickets respectively. ALSO READ | ODI World Cup 2023: Virat Kohli equals Sachin Tendulkar's THIS tally against England despite failure Earlier, India were reduced to 40/3 as England bowlers David Willey and Chris Woakes were in top form. Batting first for the first time in the tournament, England were at the top limiting India to 229/9 in their 50 overs. Skipper Rohit Sharma was the top scorer with 87 runs with Suryakumar Yadav playing a handy 49-run knock to lead India over 200. The win for India now means England are officially out of the ODI World Cup. The win also put India atop the pile ahead of South Africa with a perfect record in the World Cup with six wins from six matches. India next take on Sri Lanka who are still vying for a place in the semifinal before they take on South Africa in Kolkata. England, on the other hand, take on Australia in Ahmedabad on Saturday (Nov 4) before facing Netherlands and Pakistan in the final run-in. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

ODI World Cup 2023: India deliver final KNOCKOUT blow to England in Lucknow, win by 100 runs

<p>Rohit Sharma-led India crushed defending champions England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup 2023 edition in Lucknow on Sunday (Oct 29). With five successive wins in the ten-team tournament, India were favourites versus the struggling English line-up. Being asked to bat first, India rode on captain Rohit's sublime 87, Suryakumar Yadav's 49 and KL Rahul's 39 to post 229 for 9. In reply, the English line-up were bundled out for a paltry 129 in 34.5 overs with Mohammed Shami (4 for 22), Jasprit Bumrah (3 for 32) and Kuldeep Yadav (2 for 24) shining with the ball.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thus, this became India's sixth win on the trot as they remain the only unbeaten side in the competition and are sitting pretty at the top with 12 points. With this victory, India also attained a special feat. They have now surpassed New Zealand (58) to have second-most wins in ODI World Cup history, with five-time winners Australia at the top (73). Meanwhile, England attained another dubious feat in the ongoing World Cup, losing four back-to-back games for the first time ever. Pakistan had achieved this forgettable record after their loss to South Africa on Friday (Oct 27) in Chennai.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>At the post-match presentation, captain Rohit lauded India's team effort and said, "This was the game, a lot of character in the squad. When the times were tough, all our experienced players stood up at the right time and got the game for us. Looking at how the tournament has gone for us, batting second in the first five games, we had to come and bat here. We were challenged upfront, they bowled pretty well upfront. For us to get to a total on a pitch that had something in it, we just wanted to get to a total where we could play with it. We were not great with the bat today. Losing three wickets isn't the ideal situation. When you are in a situation like that, all you are looking to do is create that long partnership, which we got. But couple of guys threw it at the end, including myself."</p>

<p>He added, "I thought we were 30 runs short. (On India's new ball bowling) It's not something you see everyday. When you start your innings, you have to somehow try and get a couple of wickets to put the pressure back on the opposition. With the experience that our seamers have now, you can always rely and bank on them to get those crucial breakthroughs. That's exactly what our seamers did. They exploited the conditions pretty well. There was swing, there was lateral a bit of lateral movement as well. They put the ball in the right areas to create that doubt in the batters' mind."</p>

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Rohit Sharma-led India crushed defending champions England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup 2023 edition in Lucknow on Sunday (Oct 29). With five successive wins in the ten-team tournament, India were favourites versus the struggling English line-up.

Rohit Sharma-led India crushed defending champions England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup 2023 edition in Lucknow on Sunday (Oct 29). With five successive wins in the ten-team tournament, India were favourites versus the struggling English line-up. Being asked to bat first, India rode on captain Rohit's sublime 87, Suryakumar Yadav's 49 and KL Rahul's 39 to post 229 for 9. In reply, the English line-up were bundled out for a paltry 129 in 34.5 overs with Mohammed Shami (4 for 22), Jasprit Bumrah (3 for 32) and Kuldeep Yadav (2 for 24) shining with the ball. Thus, this became India's sixth win on the trot as they remain the only unbeaten side in the competition and are sitting pretty at the top with 12 points. With this victory, India also attained a special feat. They have now surpassed New Zealand (58) to have second-most wins in ODI World Cup history, with five-time winners Australia at the top (73). Meanwhile, England attained another dubious feat in the ongoing World Cup, losing four back-to-back games for the first time ever. Pakistan had achieved this forgettable record after their loss to South Africa on Friday (Oct 27) in Chennai. Also read: ODI World Cup 2023: India can still MISS out on SEMI-FINAL berth despite big win over England - Here's how At the post-match presentation, captain Rohit lauded India's team effort and said, "This was the game, a lot of character in the squad. When the times were tough, all our experienced players stood up at the right time and got the game for us. Looking at how the tournament has gone for us, batting second in the first five games, we had to come and bat here. We were challenged upfront, they bowled pretty well upfront. For us to get to a total on a pitch that had something in it, we just wanted to get to a total where we could play with it. We were not great with the bat today. Losing three wickets isn't the ideal situation. When you are in a situation like that, all you are looking to do is create that long partnership, which we got. But couple of guys threw it at the end, including myself." He added, "I thought we were 30 runs short. (On India's new ball bowling) It's not something you see everyday. When you start your innings, you have to somehow try and get a couple of wickets to put the pressure back on the opposition. With the experience that our seamers have now, you can always rely and bank on them to get those crucial breakthroughs. That's exactly what our seamers did. They exploited the conditions pretty well. There was swing, there was lateral a bit of lateral movement as well. They put the ball in the right areas to create that doubt in the batters' mind." India have reached Mumbai for their next clash, where they will face 1996 winners Sri Lanka in match 33 of the mega event at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. One more point will secure India's place in the semi-finals. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>India faced England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup 2023 edition on Sunday (Oct 29) in Lucknow. After five back-to-back wins, Rohit Sharma-led India locked horns with the defending champions in a bid to regain the top spot in the points table with their sixth victory on the trot. Being asked to bat first, the home side were in a spot of bother at 40 for 3, further reduced to 164 for 5, before posting 229 for 9. In the second innings, Rohit &amp; Co. rode on Jasprit Bumrah's 3 for 32, Kuldeep Yadav's 2 for 24 and Mohammed Shami's 4 for 22 to dismiss the 2019 winners for a paltry 129 in 34.5 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With another convincing win, India have regained the top spot in the points table -- moving past South Africa -- and remain the only unbeaten side in the 10-team tournament. While India have one foot in the semi-finals, here is how the home side can still NOT qualify for the next round:</p>

<p>India have been the best side in the tournament but Sri Lanka and Afghanistan can spoil their party. Both the Asian sides have four points from five games. This means one or both of them can match India's current tally (12 points) if India lose their remaining three games by a convincing margin. Thus, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka -- both of whom have locked horns in Pune on Monday (Oct 30) in match 30 -- will need to win all their four games at any cost.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>At the same time, just one more point -- or if the Afghanistan-Sri Lanka clash is washed out -- will secure a place for India in the top four. They will now gear up to lock horns with Sri Lanka in their next outing, i.e. match 33 of the mega event which will be held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the England win, captain Rohit said at the post-match presentation, "This was the game, a lot of character&nbsp;in the squad. When the times were tough, all our experienced players stood up at the right time and got the game for us."</p>

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India faced England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup 2023 edition on Sunday (Oct 29) in Lucknow. After five back-to-back wins, Rohit Sharma-led India locked horns with the defending champions in a bid to regain the top spot in the points table with their sixth victory on the trot.

India faced England in match 29 of the ODI World Cup 2023 edition on Sunday (Oct 29) in Lucknow. After five back-to-back wins, Rohit Sharma-led India locked horns with the defending champions in a bid to regain the top spot in the points table with their sixth victory on the trot. Being asked to bat first, the home side were in a spot of bother at 40 for 3, further reduced to 164 for 5, before posting 229 for 9. In the second innings, Rohit & Co. rode on Jasprit Bumrah's 3 for 32, Kuldeep Yadav's 2 for 24 and Mohammed Shami's 4 for 22 to dismiss the 2019 winners for a paltry 129 in 34.5 overs. With another convincing win, India have regained the top spot in the points table -- moving past South Africa -- and remain the only unbeaten side in the 10-team tournament. While India have one foot in the semi-finals, here is how the home side can still NOT qualify for the next round: India have been the best side in the tournament but Sri Lanka and Afghanistan can spoil their party. Both the Asian sides have four points from five games. This means one or both of them can match India's current tally (12 points) if India lose their remaining three games by a convincing margin. Thus, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka -- both of whom have locked horns in Pune on Monday (Oct 30) in match 30 -- will need to win all their four games at any cost. Also read: IND vs ENG: Kuldeep came up with ball of World Cup 2023 to outfox Jos Buttler - Former England captain At the same time, just one more point -- or if the Afghanistan-Sri Lanka clash is washed out -- will secure a place for India in the top four. They will now gear up to lock horns with Sri Lanka in their next outing, i.e. match 33 of the mega event which will be held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. After the England win, captain Rohit said at the post-match presentation, "This was the game, a lot of character in the squad. When the times were tough, all our experienced players stood up at the right time and got the game for us." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

ODI World Cup 2023: India can still MISS out on SEMI-FINAL berth despite big win over England - Here's how

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been India's leading run-scorers so far at the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup. Skipper Sharma has adopted an aggressive approach and got India to a flyer in all of their matches, barring the opener against Australia. Kohli has then aced the chase in most of the matches. 1996 World Cup-winning coach Dav Whatmore feels the duo complement each other and are key to India's success in a conversation with Wion's Nikhil Mathur.

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