India’s batting dominance continued, anchored by a stellar 201-run partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul. Mitchell Starc finally broke the stand in the 63rd over, dismissing Rahul, but not before India had built a commanding position.
Devdutt Padikkal then joined Jaiswal, and the pair extended the lead to 321 runs by lunch, with the score at 275/1. The afternoon session began dramatically, with Josh Hazlewood removing Padikkal on the very first ball.
Despite the setback, Jaiswal continued to shine, reaching a magnificent 150, while Virat Kohli provided steady support to keep India firmly in control.
Kohli’s class was on full display when he executed a breathtaking straight drive off Pat Cummins, a moment that stood out amidst India’s dominance.
On the first ball of the 93rd over, Cummins delivered an overpitched delivery around off stump, angling slightly toward leg. With impeccable footwork, Kohli leaned into the ball and unleashed a flawless straight drive.
The timing and placement were exquisite as the ball raced past the bowler to the boundary, leaving the fielders and spectators in awe.
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The shot, a testament to Kohli’s brilliance, sparked a wave of nostalgia on Twitter, with fans reminiscing about his iconic drives and celebrating his unmatched elegance.