However, despite this significant
win, Team India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, expressed mixed emotions.
In the match against Nepal, Nepal’s
team set a target of 230 runs after losing all their wickets while
batting first. Due to rain interruptions, Team India was given a target of
145 runs in 23 overs. In response, Captain Rohit Sharma and Shubman
Gill showcased a splendid partnership, leading the team to
victory without losing a single wicket. Rohit Sharma scored an
unbeaten 74 runs from 59 deliveries, including
6 fours and 5 sixes, while Gill played a remarkable innings
of 67 runs from 62 deliveries, featuring 8 fours and 1 six.
Despite this significant victory, Captain Rohit made a noteworthy
statement. He mentioned that he wasn’t entirely pleased with the innings, as
there were initial nerves. Still, once he settled in, he was determined to lead
the team to victory. He highlighted that it wasn’t a mere flick or sweep; he
aimed to chip the ball over the infield, and the team’s batting was in
excellent form these days. Rohit Sharma also mentioned that when they arrived,
they knew the Asia Cup would not provide a comprehensive picture because it
consisted of only two games.
first match and bowl in it, making it a complete game for them. “There is still
much work to be done” he mentioned. “Several players need time to regain their
form as they strive to recover from injuries,” he said. He also praised
Hardik Pandya and Ishan Kishan for their excellent performance in the previous
match, which got the team close to the target. Rohit also pointed out that
while the bowling was good, the fielding needed improvement, and they would
work on it.
of the tournament. Ravindra Jadeja contributed with both bat and ball, scoring
40 runs and taking 3 wickets, but the other spinner, Kuldeep Yadav, did not
achieve much success with 34 runs in 10 overs. Among the fast bowlers, Mohammad
Siraj picked up 3 wickets by conceding 61 runs, while Mohammad Shami, Shardul
Thakur, and Hardik Pandya each claimed one wicket.
In summary, Team India won convincingly against Nepal in the Asia Cup 2023,
with Captain Rohit Sharma expressing his mixed feelings about the performance. Despite the win, he emphasized the need for
improvement in certain areas as they prepare to face Pakistan in the next match
on September 10.
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