Virat Kohli’s Masterclass Leads India to a Dominant 6-Wicket Victory Over Pakistan

Dubai: Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli delivered a stellar performance, scoring his 51st ODI century, as India secured a commanding six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The high-stakes encounter, held in Dubai, saw India chase down a target of 242 with 7.3 overs to spare, further strengthening their chances of advancing to the semi-finals.

India’s Clinical Chase

After restricting Pakistan to a modest total of 241, India’s batting lineup displayed remarkable composure. Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 100, leading from the front with a flawless knock. Shreyas Iyer (56) and Shubman Gill (46) provided crucial support, ensuring that India remained in control throughout the chase. The team’s calculated approach left Pakistan struggling to find breakthroughs.

Kohli’s innings was a masterclass in pacing a chase, blending aggression with patience. His century marked another milestone in his illustrious career, reaffirming his status as one of the greatest ODI batsmen.

Kuldeep Yadav Shines With the Ball

Earlier in the game, India’s bowling attack put Pakistan on the back foot. Left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav was the standout performer, picking up three crucial wickets for 40 runs. His spell dismantled Pakistan’s middle order, preventing them from posting a competitive total. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj provided strong support, maintaining tight lines and building pressure throughout the innings.

Pakistan Faces an Uphill Battle

With this defeat, Pakistan’s campaign in the Champions Trophy 2025 is in jeopardy, as they now face an uphill task to qualify for the semi-finals. Their batting lineup struggled to accelerate, with wickets falling at regular intervals. Despite some resistance from the middle order, their total of 241 was not enough against a strong Indian batting unit.

India’s Unbeaten Streak Continues

This victory extends India’s unbeaten record against Pakistan in ODI matches since the 2017 Champions Trophy final, making it six consecutive wins in the format. With this dominant performance, India remains one of the favorites to lift the Champions Trophy 2025.

As the tournament progresses, India’s well-rounded squad, led by experienced players like Kohli, will look to continue their winning momentum and stake their claim for the prestigious title.

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