Virat Kohli dazzled the Dubai crowd with a masterful unbeaten century, notching his 51st ODI ton as India cruised past Pakistan by six wickets. Chasing a modest target of 242, India reached the finish line effortlessly with 7.3 overs to spare, virtually securing their spot in the 2025 Champions Trophy semi-finals. In contrast, Pakistan now faces the brink of elimination.
Pakistan’s total of 241 never seemed sufficient, as Kohli (100*), Shreyas Iyer (56), and Shubman Gill (46) anchored a commanding run chase. Kuldeep Yadav was the pick of the bowlers, delivering an impactful spell of 3/40. India’s dominance over Pakistan in ODIs remains unbroken since the 2017 Champions Trophy final, extending their winning streak to 6-0 in the format.
