Rohit Sharma has made history by becoming the first player ever to be part of 100 victories in Men’s T20I cricket. He has cemented his place in cricketing history with this achievement.
In a pretty one sided encounter at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali, India emerged victorious against Afghanistan in the 1st T20I of their series on January 11, 2024. With a brilliant display of batting prowess, India chased down a target of 159 set by Afghanistan, securing a comfortable win with 15 balls to spare.
Shivam Dube played a pivotal role in India’s triumph with an outstanding unbeaten 60 runs. His composed innings, which included five fours and two sixes, ensured India’s dominance throughout the chase. Jitesh Sharma provided valuable support to Dube with a quickfire 31 off 20 balls. His aggressive batting complemented Dube’s solidity, steering India closer to victory.
Afghanistan posted a competitive total of 158/5 in their allotted 20 overs, with Mohammad Nabi leading the charge with a resilient 42. However, India’s bowlers, particularly Axar Patel and Mukesh Kumar, who claimed two wickets each, restricted Afghanistan’s scoring opportunities. India’s bowling attack displayed discipline and skill, with Axar Patel proving to be a potent force, conceding only 23 runs in his four overs while taking two crucial wickets. Mukesh Kumar also made significant contributions, claiming two wickets to keep the pressure on Afghanistan.
Rohit Sharma, making a return to T20I cricket, had a quiet outing, being run out for a duck. However, India’s overall performance overshadowed his early dismissal. With this victory, India has taken a 1-0 lead in the T20I series against Afghanistan. The match showcased India’s depth in batting and bowling, setting the stage for an exciting series ahead. The second T20I between India and Afghanistan promises to be another thrilling encounter, with both teams aiming to gain the upper hand in the series.
Stay updated with all the cricketing action, follow Cricadium on Whatsapp, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
