In the thrilling Super 8 encounter of the 2024 T20 World Cup between Team India and Bangladesh in Antigua on Saturday June 22 Virat Kohli the opener showcased glimpses of his impeccable form. Notably the ace batter managed to amass 37 runs off just 28 balls.
India made the wise choice to bowl first after winning the toss against Bangladesh. The Indian team saw a promising start as Kohli and Sharma joined forces setting a 39 run partnership. Despite Rohit Sharma’s early exit in the fourth over Kohli persisted with an attacking approach.
The seasoned campaigner delighted the crowd with three massive sixes and a wellplaced four while at the crease. Its truly exhilarating to witness Kohli who previously struggled in the group stage finding his rhythm at this pivotal moment of the tournament.
Virat Kohli was praised on social media for his superb batting performance against Bangladesh. Here are some of the leading reactions:
Several Indian supporters praised Kohli’s strategy, in which he attempted to score runs quickly by playing attacking strokes.
“Virat Kohli played Brilliantly ,inspite he got out for 37(28) ,his intent was very clear and his strike Rate has high .We need more from him against Australia,” wrote a fan
“I love this Intent Version of Virat Kohli in T20s, I enjoyed it in IPL & I am enjoying it here,” commented another
“Was waiting for these shots from 4 innings and finally he performed like the T20 Virat Kohli we know. Bit happy today,” chimed in yet another
Virat Kohli exceptional contribution must not go unnoticed as he achieved a remarkable feat during his outstanding performance emerging as the inaugural batter to reach 1200 runs in T20 World Cups and 3000 runs in World Cups.
Virat Kohli was dismissed in the ninth over by Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Virat Kohli’s promising performance ended in the ninth over, when he was bowled by Bangladeshi pacer Tanzim Hasan Sakib. The batter moved down the track, aiming to hit a huge shot off the short delivery.
However, he was undone by the lack of pace and was unable to make any connection. The ball eventually crashed into the stumps, and Hasan delivered his team with a huge breakthrough.
Hasan bowled a vital over in which he also dismissed the in-form Suryakumar Yadav. The swashbuckling hitter attempted to direct the ball to the third man but ended up gloving it to the keeper.