India post 206-run target for Australia in Super 8
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India set a 206-run target for Australia in their last match of the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 which is being played at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia on Monday.
In a thrilling display of cricket, India's captain Rohit Sharma led from the front with a spectacular 92-run blitz off just 41 balls, including seven fours and eight sixes, setting multiple records in the process.
Despite a shaky start with Virat Kohli's early dismissal, Sharma's aggressive batting stance kept the momentum in India's favor.
His remarkable 29-run assault on Mitchell Starc's over was a turning point, showcasing his moniker 'Hitman' as he took the Australian bowlers to task.
Although Sharma fell short of a century, his innings set the stage for Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube to contribute quick runs, with Hardik Pandya's vital 27 runs steering India to a strong total of 205-5.
Australia's bowling attack, led by Starc and Marcus Stoinis who claimed two wickets each, faced a challenging day, with Cummins and Zampa unable to secure any dismissals.
Earlier today, Australia's skipper Mitchell Marsh won the toss and revealed the reason behind opting to bowl first saying that they want to chase as the track looks better.
