India vs Pakistan 9th Match Super Four Cricket Scorecard: India Wins by 228 Runs

Highlights:

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India defeated Pakistan by 228 runs in the 9th match of the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2023.

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India batted first and scored a massive 356 runs for the loss of two wickets.

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Pakistan was bowled out for 128 runs in 29.3 overs.

Match Summary:

India won the toss and elected to bat first. The Indian openers, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul, got off to a flying start, putting on a 100-run partnership within the first 10 overs. Sharma went on to score 112 runs off 66 balls, while Rahul made 78 runs off 57 balls. Virat Kohli also chipped in with a valuable 60 runs off 44 balls.

Pakistan's bowlers struggled to contain the Indian batsmen. Haris Rauf was the most successful bowler for Pakistan, taking two wickets for 72 runs in his 10 overs.

In reply, Pakistan lost wickets at regular intervals and never really got going. Babar Azam top-scored for Pakistan with 30 runs, while Mohammad Rizwan made 28 runs. India's bowlers were in top form, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar taking three wickets for 25 runs and Yuzvendra Chahal taking two wickets for 27 runs.

India's win over Pakistan takes them to the top of the Super Four standings. They will now play Afghanistan in their next match on September 12, while Pakistan will face Sri Lanka on September 11.