India Beat Bangladesh in ICC Mens CWC 2023 Match
The 17th match of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, India best Bangladesh. It was a contest filled with power-packed innings, strategic brilliance, and exceptional plays in the field.
- Location – MCA Stadium, PUNE, INDIA
- Date – 19th October 2023
- Score Summary:
- Bangladesh 256/8 in 50 overs: Litton Das (66), Tanzid Hasan (51), Mahmudullah(46), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (2-47).
- India 261/3 in 41.3 overs: Rohit Sharma (c) (48), Shubman Gill (53), Virat Kohli (103), Jasprit Bumrah (2-41), Ravindra Jadeja(2-38).
- Man Of the Match – Virat Kohli (India) (Scored 103 runs in 97 balls)
Bangladesh’s Dominance Eclipsed
In the first innings, Bangladesh displayed an explosive start, with openers Tanzid Hasan and Litton Das dominating the powerplay. They managed to score 90-0 in the first 14 overs, and it appeared that Bangladesh was poised for a significant total. However, drinks were called, and the game witnessed a dramatic turnaround.
Hardik Pandya, who came on to bowl in the ninth over, met with an unfortunate twist of fate as he injured himself while attempting to stop the ball. His early departure created a pivotal moment in the game.
The Indian bowlers capitalized on this shift in momentum. Kuldeep Yadav’s precision dismissed Tanzid Hasan for a well-fought 51. Jadeja’s skills further came to the fore as he claimed the wicket of Najmul Hossain Shanto. Mohammed Siraj showcased India’s fielding brilliance with a stunning catch to dismiss Mehidy Hasan Miraz.
Litton Das, the centurion of Bangladesh’s innings, was removed by Jadeja. A partnership between Towhid Hridoy and Mushfiqur Rahim held the promise of stabilizing Bangladesh’s innings. However, Shardul Thakur dismissed Hridoy, and Jasprit Bumrah joined the action, taking a spectacular catch to dismiss Mushfiqur.
Mahmudullah, displaying his hitting prowess, managed to push Bangladesh towards a score of 260. Yet, a pinpoint yorker from Bumrah ended his stay on the pitch. Bangladesh concluded their innings at 256, with Shoriful Islam’s final-ball six.
Explosive Start for India
In pursuit of a target of 257 runs, India set the stage for their remarkable victory with an explosive first-wicket partnership between skipper Rohit Sharma and young sensation Shubman Gill. The duo displayed impeccable timing and power, diffusing any threat posed by Bangladesh in the powerplay. Their partnership laid a solid foundation for India, with 50 runs on the board in just nine overs.
Rohit Sharma’s aggressive style, coupled with Gill’s explosive strokes, kept the scoreboard ticking. At the end of the powerplay, India stood strong at 63/0, with Gill at 26* and Rohit at 37*, both unbeaten.
As Gill continued to accelerate his innings, he showcased his striking prowess by hitting two sixes off Nasum Ahmed in a single over. His confidence grew as he continued to dismantle Bangladesh’s bowlers. However, skipper Rohit Sharma, with 48 runs from 40 balls, including seven fours and two sixes, was caught by Towhid Hridoy at deep square leg while attempting his signature pull shot. At 88/1 in 12.4 overs, India saw the end of a blistering start.
Virat Kohli’s Prowess lead India best Bangladesh
The pursuit of 257 was well within reach as India reached the 100-run mark in just 12.5 overs, thanks to some extra runs from no-balls and Virat Kohli’s use of free hits. Shubman Gill achieved his maiden World Cup fifty in 52 balls, featuring five fours and two sixes. His innings was brought to an end by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who dismissed him for 53 from 55 balls. India stood at 132/2 in 19.2 overs.
In the company of Shreyas Iyer, Virat Kohli continued to steer India towards the target. The 150-run milestone was crossed in 22.4 overs. Virat displayed his impeccable form, achieving his third fifty of the World Cup 2023 in 48 balls, with four boundaries and a six.
As the partnership between Iyer and Virat flourished, it was the duo of Mahmadullah and Miraz that once again became the game-changers for Bangladesh, breaking the budding partnership by removing Iyer for 19. India was 178/3 in 29.1 overs.
KL Rahul joined Virat Kohli, and together, they powered India beyond the 200-run mark in 33.3 overs. Finally, Virat Kohli sealed the victory with his 48th ODI century, his 78th international ton, with an emphatic six. India reached 261/3 in 41.3 overs, securing an impressive seven-wicket win.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed two wickets for Bangladesh, while Hasan Mahmud took one. Virat Kohli’s masterful innings not only ensured India’s win but also became the defining performance of the match.
Lessons from the Match
This thrilling encounter between India and Bangladesh offers several valuable lessons. It underlines the significance of a strong opening partnership, like the one showcased by India’s Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, in setting the tone for a successful chase. Virat Kohli’s consistency, composure, and experience were pivotal in guiding India to victory.
For Bangladesh, it’s a reminder that a strong start, although important, needs to be capitalized upon with well-structured partnerships in the middle order to build a substantial total.
Hardik Pandya’s injury serves as a reminder of the physical demands of the game, emphasizing the importance of player fitness and ensuring safety measures on the field.
In conclusion, India’s dominant victory over Bangladesh was a remarkable display of cricketing prowess, underlining the importance of partnership, consistency, and adaptability in the ever-evolving world of cricket. This match was a testament to the enduring magic of this sport, captivating fans and analysts alike for generations.
