ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: [WATCH] Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Travel In The Same Car

The bromance between ­Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma took center stage as India put an end to a 20-year-old World Cup jinx against New Zealand. In the 2023 Cricket World Cup, the clash between the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team and New Zealand was a significant encounter, as both teams had maintained an unbeaten record up to that point.

Adding to the intrigue, India had not managed to secure a victory against New Zealand in a World Cup match since 2003. However, this historical record was rewritten when India triumphed over New Zealand by four wickets. Virat Kohli played a pivotal role, scoring 95 runs, leading India’s chase against a formidable New Zealand bowling attack, and maintaining India’s flawless record in the tournament.

Following India’s victory, the spotlight shifted to the heartwarming camaraderie between Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. This bromance was captured in a video shared by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Instagram. The video showcased the two cricket superstars sharing a moment and leaving a place together in the same car, underscoring their close friendship.

Watch The Video Here:

Rohit Sharma Virat Kohli travelling in the same car😭
The Rohirat bond is real man pic.twitter.com/geVrTdYQK7

— Ansh Shah (@asmemesss) October 23, 2023

In the context of the match, New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell acknowledged the significance of Virat Kohli’s brilliant innings. Kohli’s 95 runs proved to be the difference-maker, as he guided India to victory during a challenging chase. Mitchell commended Kohli as a world-class player and highlighted his ability to perform under pressure.

Despite not reaching a century, Kohli’s performance was instrumental in securing the win for India. Mitchell also praised New Zealand’s bowling effort and noted the changing conditions under the lights, which favored batting. He expressed pride in New Zealand’s bowling unit and their relentless pursuit of wickets.

However, Mitchell believed that New Zealand fell short by 20-30 runs in setting a target that could have been a winning total. The Kiwi batter emphasized their commitment to their style of play, known as “Black Caps style,” and their determination to keep working on their game for future matches.

He acknowledged that their approach was to put pressure on the Indian bowlers, including the in-form wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav. In conclusion, the 2023 Cricket World Cup match between India and New Zealand was not just about ending a long-standing jinx but also about celebrating the strong friendship and partnership of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who played pivotal roles in India’s victory.

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