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The spectators at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium were treated to an exhilarating spectacle as Team India triumphed over Afghanistan in a captivating third T20I on Wednesday (January 17).
The intense contest featured not one but two Super Overs, with both teams reaching the 212-run mark within their designated 20 overs. Ultimately, India secured a clean sweep against the visitors, propelled by an outstanding bowling display from Ravi Bishnoi in the second Super Over, eliciting joy from the jubilant crowd.
Virat Kohli’s playful celebration: A light-hearted post-match moment
In addition to the triumphant victory, the audience were also treated to a glimpse of Bengaluru’s local hero during the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Indian cricket stalwart, Virat Kohli‘s playful side after the game. The former Indian skipper is known for unabashedly expressing his true emotions. Whether in the heat of battle on the field or sharing laughs with teammates during fielding, Kohli’s laid-back and fun personality resonates with fans. This was evident once again after India’s series win.
In the moments leading up to the trophy-lifting team photograph, Kohli, casually adorned in his slippers, whimsically slid across the grass, adding an element of cheerfulness to the celebratory atmosphere. He seamlessly joined Shivam Dube before the team collectively raised the trophy, creating a light-hearted and memorable post-match celebration.
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Rohit Sharma and Rinku Singh steer India to a formidable total
Earlier in the game, Rohit Sharma‘s decision to bat first seemed risky as India found themselves at 22/4 after 4.3 overs. However, Rohit, along with Rinku Singh, orchestrated a remarkable comeback. Rinku’s unbeaten 69 and Rohit’s sensational fifth T20I century (121*) propelled India past the 200 runs mark.
Afghanistan’s strong start countered by Washington Sundar’s brilliance
Facing a target of 213, Afghanistan’s openers, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran, made an impressive start, each scoring 50 runs. Washington Sundar‘s inspired spell of 3/18, Nevertheless, brought India back into the game. Despite Gulbadin Naib‘s brilliant 55* off 23 deliveries, the fixture ended in a tie at 212.
Double super over drama: Ravi Bishnoi’s heroics seal India’s triumph
The gripping contest extended to a Super Over, where Afghanistan posted 16 runs. In response, Rohit’s two sixes off Azmatullah Omarzai weren’t enough for India to reach the 17 runs mark. A second super over ensued, with India batting first. Rohit contributed 11 runs, and Bishnoi’s stellar bowling performance, dismissing Mohammad Nabi and Gurbaz, secured India’s victory, completing a series clean sweep of 3-0.
