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Anand Mahindra Terms Virat Kohli's Last-Ball Six vs Pakistan 'Surgical Strike', Calls Him 'Doctor'

The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 clash saw many memorable performance from the Rohit Sharma-led side. Three players however stood out - Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav. While Kohli and Rahul hit centuries, Kuldeep picked a five-wicket haul in the Super 4 match that was completed on the reserve day due to rain. Both Kohli and Rahul stayed unbeaten on 122* and 111* respectively. On the last ball of the Indian innings, Kohli hit a six off Faheem Ashraf to take India to a mammoth 356-2 in 50 overs.

On Rohit Sharma, Indian Spinner's Intriguing "Lazy Elegance" Remark

As the countdown for the ODI World Cup begins, the Indian cricket team is fortunate to have its skipper Rohit Sharma back in full form. Having put in some valuable performances in the Asia Cup 2023, Rohit seems to be getting back to his best, in time for the World Cup. Seeing the Hitman go berserk while playing some effortless shots, however, many fans wonder how he does what he does. Veteran Indian spinner Piyush Chawla, explaining Rohit Sharma's brilliance, labelled his playing style "lazy elegance".

Gautam Gambhir Refuses To Spare Rohit, Kohli, Rahul, Gill After India's Top-order Collapse Against Sri Lanka

After a heroic performance against Pakistan, the Indian top-orde witnessed an epic collapse against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match. The likes of Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, and KL Rahul, all of whom scored more than 50 runs against Pakistan, were dismissed early on Tuesday. It was Sri Lanka's 20-year-old spinner Dunith Wellalage who dismissed all four of them, picking a 5-wicket-haul in the match. While the performance of the young Sri Lankan was brilliant, former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir rued the 'soft dismissals' of the likes of Kohli, Rohit, Rahul, etc.

Asia Cup: 'Like Washing Clothes In Dhobi Ghat": Sunil Gavaskar Sums Up India-Pakistan Super 4 Match

Former Indian cricket team captain Sunil Gavaskar was elated after the Rohit Sharma-led side hammered Pakistan by 228 runs in an Asia Cup Super 4 clash on Monday. Virat Kohli and the returning KL Rahul scored unbeaten centuries as India posted a total of 356/2 in 50 overs. In reply, Pakistan were bowled out for a paltry total of 128, with Kuldeep Yadav taking a five-wicket haul. Gavaskar likened India's big win over Pakistan to a washerman thrashing clothes at a laundry bay.

After Dismissing Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul And Shubman Gill, Sri Lanka Wonderkid Picks "No. 1 Batter"

Dunith Wellalage wrecked Indian top-order with a five-wicket haul in an Asia Cup Super 4 match and the young Sri Lankan left-arm spinner said he will cherish the big wickets of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Wellalage grabbed five wickets conceding 40 runs, which helped Sri Lanka restrict India to 213. Apart from Kohli and Rohit, Wellalage also dismissed Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill and KL Rahul.

Asia Cup 2023: "Played With 12 Players...": Lasith Malinga's Post After Sri Lanka's Loss Against India Is Viral

The Indian cricket team defeated Sri Lanka to book their spot in the Asia Cup 2023 final but the performance from young spinner Dunith Wellalage earned him praise from both experts and fans alike. He took a brilliant five-wicket haul that included the prized wickets of Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and then played a gritty knock of 42 from 46 deliveries to almost take his side to victory. Although he fell short, Wellalage received a massive compliment from legendary Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga.

Naveen-ul-Haq Added To Afghanistan's Cricket World Cup 2023 Squad. Fans Can't Wait For Virat Kohli Face-Off

Fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq was included in Afghanistan's squad for the upcoming Cricket World Cup 2023 after missing out on selection for Asia Cup 2023. The 23-year-old, who plays for Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League, last played and ODI back in January 2021 and as a result, his return to the side was a bit surprising to some fans. However, he took 11 wickets in 8 matches during IPL 2023 and his familiarity with the Indian conditions can prove to be a big asset for the side. Following his selection, social media has been abuzz with excitement for a potential face-off between him and Virat Kohli following their on-field spat that created a major controversy during the IPL 2023.

Asia Cup: Did Sri Lanka Reveal Key Weakness In Virat Kohli's Game? Stats Show A Worrying Pattern

Virat Kohli was unable to score big during India's Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match against Sri Lanka on Tuesday and his dismissal once again exposed a worrying trend when it comes to the star batter facing left-arm orthodox spinners. Kohli could manage to score just 3 runs before getting foxed by Dunith Wellalage as the ball stopped on its way to the bat and he could only manage to mistime it straight to Dasun Shanaka. Wellalage dismissing Kohli was just another reminder of his rough patch against the left-arm orthodox in the ODI format since 2021. After facing 159 deliveries, the Indian batter has scored 104 runs at an average of 13 and a strike rate of 65.4.

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Anand Mahindra Terms Virat Kohli's Last-Ball Six vs Pakistan 'Surgical Strike', Calls Him 'Doctor'

On Rohit Sharma, Indian Spinner's Intriguing "Lazy Elegance" Remark

Gautam Gambhir Refuses To Spare Rohit, Kohli, Rahul, Gill After India's Top-order Collapse Against Sri Lanka

Asia Cup: 'Like Washing Clothes In Dhobi Ghat": Sunil Gavaskar Sums Up India-Pakistan Super 4 Match

After Dismissing Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul And Shubman Gill, Sri Lanka Wonderkid Picks "No. 1 Batter"

Asia Cup 2023: "Played With 12 Players...": Lasith Malinga's Post After Sri Lanka's Loss Against India Is Viral

Naveen-ul-Haq Added To Afghanistan's Cricket World Cup 2023 Squad. Fans Can't Wait For Virat Kohli Face-Off

Asia Cup: Did Sri Lanka Reveal Key Weakness In Virat Kohli's Game? Stats Show A Worrying Pattern