Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/c888xg8d81zo

India Dominate Afghanistan in Super 8s

India secured a convincing 47-run victory over Afghanistan in their Super 8s clash of the T20 World Cup. India, batting first, posted a formidable 200/3 thanks to a brilliant century from Virat Kohli. Kohli smashed 122 runs off 61 balls, hitting 10 sixes and 9 fours in the process. He was ably supported by Rohit Sharma who scored 53 runs. In reply, Afghanistan struggled to keep up with the required run rate, eventually being bowled out for 153 in 19.2 overs. The Afghan batsmen struggled against the Indian bowlers, with no batsman able to score a half-century. India's bowlers were on fire, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar taking 3 wickets, while Ashwin and Jadeja picked up 2 wickets each. This win consolidates India's position at the top of the Super 8s table, while Afghanistan's hopes of progressing to the semi-finals suffered a blow.

Summary

"India's dominant performance against Afghanistan sets them up nicely for the rest of the Super 8s, while Afghanistan faces an uphill battle to qualify for the semi-finals."

Updated at: 06.22.2024