Rohit Sharma smashes half-century against New Zealand!
With 41 balls, rohit sharma reaches his half-century. In an ICC ODI knockout match (World Cup or Champions Trophy), this is only the second time both teams have recorded an opening partnership of fifty or more. The first occurred in the world cup semifinal between india and pakistan in Bengaluru on march 9, 1996, precisely 29 years ago. This is the second time this has happened in the history of the ICC Champions Trophy; the first was in 2009, when new zealand and sri lanka played at the Wanderers in Johannesburg.
A difficult catch is missed by Daryl Mitchell! New Zealand loses an important moment. Gill tries an upward whip towards mid-wicket as the delivery angles in from over the wicket at a good length towards the middle and leg stump. When the ball hits the inside of his bat, it is not high enough to get past the fielder in the middle of the wicket. Mitchell throws himself to his right, reaching out with his right hand, but the ball hits his palm and on the floor. The batters finish a single.
India, who previously won the Champions Trophy in 2002 (shared) and 2013, now has the chance to win it a third time as they chase 252. They would surpass Australia, who have already won two titles (2006, 2009), if they prevailed. India will be confident in their quest for history under Rohit Sharma's leadership thanks to a potent batting lineup and a well-balanced bowling attack.
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