In a riveting ODI World Cup match on Thursday, October, Indian bowlers delivered a sensational performance limiting Bangladesh to a below-par score of 256/8 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. Sans their skipper Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bat first. The opening duo of Tanzid Hasan (51) and Litton Das (66) provided a flying start to Bangladesh, stitching an impressive 93-run partnership for the first wicket. However, Indian bowlers orchestrated a resounding comeback, triggering a dramatic batting collapse.
From a commanding 93 for no loss, Bangladesh swiftly slipped to 137/4, squandering the advantage that the openers had established. The resilient efforts of Mushfiqur Rahim, with a 38-run contribution, and Mahmudullah, who added 46 runs, allowed Bangladesh to cross the 250-run mark.
Nevertheless, Rohit Sharma's bowlers did well to fold Bangladesh to a lowly total as at one point, it appeared that Bangladesh might set 300-plus runs on the board.
However, during Bangladesh's batting, an unusual incident occurred that left Rohit Sharma visibly irate. As the Indian bowler Ravindra Jadeja was set to deliver his first ball to Mushfiqur Rahim, a spectator's movement behind the sight screen disrupted play, forcing Rahim to pull away. This unexpected disturbance led to Rohit Sharma expressing his frustration on the field as the movement behind the sight screen forced the game to a brief stoppage.
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India, in the 2023 World Cup, are on the quest for their fourth successive victory. The team has already secured wins against Australia, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. Another triumph over Bangladesh would significantly enhance their chances of making it to the ODI World Cup 2023's semifinals. Meanwhile, a defeat for Bangladesh would jeopardize their World Cup campaign, given their recent losses to England and New Zealand.
Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill gave India a cracking start. Rohit, scored a blistering century against Afghanistan and a lightning 86 against Pakistan, was yet again on a roll in the match against Bangladesh. Rohit struck an impressive 48 off 40 riding on two sixes and seven fours before perishing in the 13th overs. As of 18 overs, India are 125/1 with Virat Kohli (26) and Shubman Gill (49) on the crease.
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