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India vs Afghanistan: What If 2nd Super Over Also Ended In A Tie? Rules Explained

The Indian cricket team had to go through two Super Overs before registering a hard-fought victory over Afghanistan in the third T20I encounter in Bengaluru on Wednesday. Skipper Rohit Sharma's record fifth ton guided them to 212/4 in 20 overs but Afghanistan also ended up scoring 212/6. The first Super Over also saw both teams scoring 16 runs. It was in the second Super Over where the match was decided as India score 11 runs and Ravi Bishnoi took two wickets for just one run to complete a series whitewash.

Ritika Sajdeh's Three-Word Reaction To Rohit Sharma's Record T20I Ton Breaks Internet

It was a sensational performance from Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma as he slammed a record fifth T20I century to guide his team to victory against Afghanistan in Bengaluru on Wednesday. Rohit became the first batter to score five centuries in the shortest format of the sport - adding another feather to his already illustrious career. The Indian cricket team finally needed two Super Overs to clinch the match and Rohit ended up being the top performer. Wife Ritika Sajdeh took to social media to react to his feat and she posted a picture on her Instagram along with a short caption -"Special, just special."

"It Wasn't Communicated": Afghanistan Coach's Sharp Take On Super Over Rules Confusion

A double Super Over in international cricket is unprecedented. As India and Afghanistan squared off in the one-over tie-breaker twice on Wednesday, there emerged big confusion over the rules that weren't explained in time. India skipper Rohit Sharma's decision to retire hurt (or retired out) before the conclusion of the first Super Over triggered a huge debate that even Afghanistan coach Johnathan Trott failed to understand. At the end of the match, Trott revealed that there was hardly any communication between the players and the officials as the second Super Over was required to be played.

"The 4 Players On Bench...": Rohit Sharma's Blunt Take On T20 World Cup Squad

India captain Rohit Sharma returned to form after back-to-back ducks in the T20I series against Afghanistan, scoring an unbeaten ton in the 3rd T20I. Other than Rohit, Rinku Singh also rose to the occasion, stitching an unbeaten partnership of 190 runs with the skipper to take the team from 22/4 to 212/4. After the game, Rohit was asked about the T20 World Cup combinations and the mindset he, as well as the head coach Rahul Dravid have on the matter. Rohit gave a rather blunt response, saying he knows it is not possible to keep everyone happy.

Watch: Kohli's Strong Reaction As Rohit, Nabi Argue Over 'Sportsmanship'

India captain Rohit Sharma was involved in an intense chat with Afghanistan veteran Mohammad Nabi during the first Super Over of the 3rd T20I in Bengaluru on Wednesday. A throw from India wicket-keeper Sanju Samson hit Nabi's pad from behind and resulted in a big deflection, with Afghanistan deciding to make the most of the opportunity by running two extra runs. Rohit, fuming at the ‘unsportsmanlike' decision, argued with both Nabi and the umpire about the unfair advantage that the visiting team got. But, the runs continued to be counted.

Watch: Rinku Singh's Unusual DRS Footage Sparks Debate, Leaves Fans Confused

A DRS review involving Indian cricket team batter Rinku Singh sparked a massive debate during the third T20I encounter between India and Afghanistan in Bengaluru on Wednesday. During the ninth over of the Indian innings, Rinku was adjudged LBW by umpire Virender Sharma off the bowling of Qais Ahmed. Rinku immediately went for the review and although it looked like the ball was hitting the stumps, UltraEdge showed a spike to suggest that the ball came off the inside edge. It was quite surprising for the umpires as replays showed that although the spike was there, the ball seemed a bit far from the bat.

"No Gimmicks, No Strategy": Rahul Dravid On Rohit Sharma's 'Simple' Super Over Decision

India head coach Rahul Dravid praised Ravi Bishnoi for his remarkable execution in the second super over and skipper Rohit Sharma for going with his gut and handing the ball to the spinner during their 3rd T20I victory against Afghanistan. India's third T20I encounter with Afghanistan kept the spectators on the edge of their seats. Afghanistan's herculean effort to chase down the target of 213, took the match into a super over.

36 Runs In An Over, 2 Tie Breaks: Why India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Was A Historic One

Rohit Sharma and Rinku Singh mayhem ruled the M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru as India edged Afghanistan in a humdinger on Wednesday. The duo broke a plethora of records en route to their unbeaten 190-run stand in the 3rd and final T20I of the series. India weren't in the best of position when Rinku came out to bat, having lost 4 batters at the score of 22 runs but the duo remained unbeaten till the end of the innings, guiding the team to a total of 212 runs, capping off the innings by scoring 36 runs in the final over.

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India vs Afghanistan: What If 2nd Super Over Also Ended In A Tie? Rules Explained

Ritika Sajdeh's Three-Word Reaction To Rohit Sharma's Record T20I Ton Breaks Internet

"It Wasn't Communicated": Afghanistan Coach's Sharp Take On Super Over Rules Confusion

"The 4 Players On Bench...": Rohit Sharma's Blunt Take On T20 World Cup Squad

Watch: Kohli's Strong Reaction As Rohit, Nabi Argue Over 'Sportsmanship'

Watch: Rinku Singh's Unusual DRS Footage Sparks Debate, Leaves Fans Confused

"No Gimmicks, No Strategy": Rahul Dravid On Rohit Sharma's 'Simple' Super Over Decision

36 Runs In An Over, 2 Tie Breaks: Why India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Was A Historic One