Today’s Cricket Match Update: The enthralling India vs Sri Lanka fixture in the 2023 Cricket World Cup got underway earlier today. The renowned Wankhede Stadium of Mumbai is formally hosting the India-Sri Lanka clash in front of a packed crowd. As things stand, hosts India appear in a commanding position in Mumbai in the marquee World Cup game.
Losing the toss, batting first, India has managed to pile up 165 runs in 27 overs thus far at the loss of only 1 wicket. India lost skipper Rohit Sharma in the form of their 1st wicket, however, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli helped the team recover and eventually dominate. Both Gill and Kohli are currently in their 80s and swiftly moving towards the three-figure mark.
Today’s Cricket Match Update: Virat Kohli Nudges Old Friend Angelo Mathews
Virat Kohli, the ace India batter, was seen poking Angelo Mathews during the ongoing India-Lanka clash. The comical episode occurred during the 9th over of India’s innings, while Kohli attempted a single after playing a flick shot off Mathews’ bowling. The Sri Lanka veteran appeared exhausted due to the mounting Mumbai hit and responded to Kohli with a smile.
VIDEO: Virat Kohli Pokes Angelo Mathews
Virat Kohli has had a dream day with the bat against Sri Lanka so far in Mumbai. During his 90-ball stay at the crease, the Delhi batter has hammered 88 runs and is inching closer towards his second century of the proceeding home World Cup. Moreover, he climbed up to No. 2 in the leading run-getters list of the ongoing competition amid his marathon innings today.
Here’s what Rohit Sharma said at the toss today;
“Looks like a good pitch to bat on. Obviously, some assistance to start with but under lights there will be good assistance for our pacers. It is important for us to not get carried away by the performances we have put in. Same team as the last game.”