Hitman Rohit Sharma becomes the first player to hit 50 sixes in World Cup

In the highly anticipated ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 semifinal at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Rohit Sharma-led India has opted to bat first, setting the stage for a thrilling clash against New Zealand. The decision to go unchanged in the playing XI reflects the team’s confidence in their current lineup.

As the Indian innings commenced, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill provided a strong start, showcasing their batting prowess by dispatching boundaries against New Zealand’s lead pacers. The Wankhede Stadium, steeped in cricketing history, witnessed the Indian openers making a positive impact early on.

Six hitting machine

Captain Rohit Sharma achieved a historic milestone by becoming the inaugural batsman to smash 50 sixes in the tournament’s history. He now has the most sixes in World Cup history. The remarkable feat was accomplished during the match at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, adding another accolade to Sharma’s illustrious cricket career.

With an impeccable record of 9 wins from 9 matches, Rohit Sharma’s India stands as the top-ranked side in the ICC World Cup points table. However, the haunting memory of the 2019 tournament lingers, where the Men in Blue, despite being the highest-ranked side, suffered a setback in the semi-finals against the Kiwis, losing by 18 runs.

The current Indian team, lauded as the standout side of the tournament, exhibits a well-balanced unit across all departments. The formidable pace attack comprising Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, and Mohammed Siraj has posed challenges for opponents. Meanwhile, the spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja has showcased a combination of defensive and attacking prowess, dismantling opposition line-ups in the middle overs.

On the New Zealand side, the Black Caps remain focused on their distinctive cricketing style, undeterred by the formidable names in India’s playing XI. The young cricket prodigy Rachin Ravindra, who has been in impressive form, is a key asset for the Kiwis. Skipper Kane Williamson shoulders the responsibility in the batting lineup, aiming to lead his team to success against the high-flying Indian side.

As the contest unfolds at the historic Wankhede, cricket enthusiasts worldwide are in for a spectacle, witnessing two cricketing powerhouses vie for a coveted spot in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final.

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