Immaculate Virat shines as invincible India beat Pak by 6 wickets

India secured a dominant six-wicket victory over Pakistan in Dubai, confirming their place in the semifinals. Virat Kohli led the chase with an unbeaten 100, reaching the milestone of 14,000 ODI runs in the process.

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Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat first, setting a target of 242 runs. Captain Mohammed Rizwan top-scored with 46, but the Indian bowlers kept the scoring in check. Kuldeep Yadav was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with 3 for 40 as Pakistan struggled to build momentum.

For his unbeaten 💯 and guiding #TeamIndia over the line, Virat Kohli is the Player of the Match 👏 🏆

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— BCCI (@BCCI)

For his unbeaten 💯 and guiding #TeamIndia over the line, Virat Kohli is the Player of the Match 👏 🏆

Scoreboard ▶️ https://t.co/llR6bWyvZN#PAKvIND | #ChampionsTrophy | @imVkohlipic.twitter.com/vuBuKtWW06

— BCCI (@BCCI) February 23, 2025

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India’s chase was clinical, with Kohli anchoring the innings and ensuring a steady progression towards the target. The team reached the required total with 45 balls to spare, displaying a composed and efficient batting performance.

The victory not only extended India’s strong form in the tournament but also guaranteed them a six-day break before their next match. With a spot in the semifinals secured, the team will have ample time to prepare for the upcoming challenges.

This result adds to India's dominant record against Pakistan in major tournaments, further strengthening their confidence heading into the knockout stages.

On his part, a modest Kohli said that his job was to keep the scoreboard ticking and not take too many risks.