Sunday's highly anticipated Super 4 clash between arch-enemies India and Pakistan was derailed by a sudden downpour. With India sitting comfortably at 147/2 after 24.1 overs, the rain became too intense to continue. After a period of uncertainty, the match referee officially called a halt to the day's play, rescheduling the remainder of the game for the reserve day, September 11. This means Virat Kohli (8*) and KL Rahul (17*), who were looking composed and steady, will resume their partnership today.
The most expected and highly anticipated Super 4 match between arch-rivals India and Pakistan was spoiled due to rain on Sunday. The rain showed off its brutal face when India was batting at 147/2 in 24.1 overs. After a long wait, the match referee finally called off the game and confirmed that the teams will resume their battle on the reserve day, September 11. Virat Kohli (8*) and KL Rahul (17*), who looked well-settled to build a steady partnership, will resume batting when India takes on the field today.
Babar Azam's decision to send India in to bat first backfired significantly. Despite the seaming conditions, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill launched a fierce counter-attack, punishing the bowlers and maintaining a rapid scoring pace. Their explosive opening partnership yielded 121 runs, with both batsmen scoring half-centuries before their departures.
The opening pair reached the 100-run milestone in just 13.4 overs, leaving the Pakistani bowlers struggling to contain the experienced captain and the young talent. By doing so, Rohit and Gill became only the 13th Indian opening pair to achieve a century stand against Pakistan. This milestone also sees India equal Australia's all-time record of 13 century partnerships against Pakistan, though the momentum shifted slightly when both openers were dismissed shortly after.
Rohit Sharma reached a significant career milestone by recording his 50th half-century in ODI cricket. Furthermore, this mark represents his 80th score of 50 or more in the format. With this achievement, Rohit becomes just the sixth Indian player to hit the 80-mark for 50+ scores, joining an exclusive club that includes legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly, and MS Dhoni.