A thumping win against our arch rivals, ensured first victory in International cricket in Australia this summer. India recorded a great win to start off their campaign today. It was our sixth straight win over Pakistan in World Cups since 1992. Also Kohli recorded his 22nd century and became the only Indian to score a ton against Pak in CWC.
The decision to bat first after India won the toss, came as a surprise to many of us. India hadn't won a single limited overs game, batting first, in Australia, this summer. But the world champions batted superbly, and diplayed good discipline till the 45th over. But once the hero, Kohli departed, our middle order was blown away.
A total of 300, looked small, which was once expected to reach above 315. The tension at the half time was same in both the dressing rooms, after India managed to reach 300 but Pakistan could have carried the momentum in the second innings. All eyes were now on the innings, which would have decided the fate of the game, but no one was much interested, because the real war between the Indian batsmen and Pakistani bowlers had already taken place. But it was a good fight and proved to be a treat for fans.
Indian bowlers found early wickets, ultimately. But Pakistan soon started to come out stronger with a good fight by Ahmed Shehzad and Haris Sohail. Soon the pack of cards fell after a slight air blow. After that the blood pressures finally came to normal after seven hours of tight game.
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