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India dominated the 2023 World Cup semifinal, securing a spot in the final with a decisive victory over New Zealand at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. Virat Kohli's 50th ODI hundred, Shreyas Iyer's consecutive century, and Mohammed Shami's exceptional bowling were instrumental in India's success. Kohli and Shami now lead as the tournament's leading run-scorer and wicket-taker. Breaking the semifinal jinx, India displayed resilience against Daryl Mitchell and Kane Williamson, earning their fourth World Cup final appearance.
Recalling India's World Cup history, they triumphed in 1983, won as hosts in 2011, faced defeat in 2015, and suffered a heartbreaking loss to New Zealand in 2019. This World Cup, India's unbeaten streak included victories over top teams. Facing a challenging target, New Zealand aimed for a robust start but succumbed to Shami's impactful bowling. Despite a strong effort from Williamson and Mitchell, Shami's relentless performance shifted the game in India's favor.
Kohli's milestone century at the Wankhede Stadium, complemented by Rohit Sharma's explosive start and Shubman Gill's contribution, set the stage for a massive total. Shreyas Iyer, joining Kohli after Gill's departure, formed a pivotal partnership. Kohli's flawless century, bowing to his hero Sachin Tendulkar, marked a historic moment as he surpassed Tendulkar's ODI hundred tally and exceeded 700 runs in a single World Cup. Iyer capitalized on Kohli's dismissal, accelerating to a memorable hundred, contributing to India's commanding position in the semifinal.
Source:Karakoram Plus
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