Asia Cup: India wins the game, Hong Kong wins hearts

India was put in to bat, but they didn’t get off to a great start since KL Rahul had trouble with his timing. Until the 13th over, the run rate was primarily around 7 RPO. However, Suryakumar Yadav’s entrance flipped the situation. The fans will be delighted after a very long time, watching Virat Kohli regaining his form as he smashed a wonderful half-century.

When Suryakumar Yadav entered the batting order, India was 94 from 2 after 13 overs. His 68* from just 26 balls, which included 6 fours and 6 sixes, enabled India to 192 for 2. The partnership between Virat Kohli and Suryakumar needed just two more runs to secure a century stand, but the fans will never forget the incredible performances the pair produced.

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Suryakumar Yadav dominated the last over as he started the 20th over with a six which brought up the Indian star’s half-century. He went on to hit back-to-back sixes. Followed by a dot ball, which according to the looks of Suryakumar Yadav, was regrettable as the batsman aimed for 6 sixes in an over.

Hong Kong suffered an early loss in Yasim Murtaza, but Babar Hayat made sure his team had a successful powerplay (51/2). Jadeja scored a direct hit to get Captain Nizakat Khan out on a free-hit, and the scoring rate dropped drastically after that.

The Indian spinners concluded with combined bowling numbers of 8-0-33-1 and scarcely gave out any runs in the middle overs. Toward the end, Zeeshan Ali and McKechnie scored a flurry of boundaries to cut the loss deficit in half. Because Avesh and Arshdeep were costly today, skipper Rohit isn’t very happy.

Hong Kong have been defeated by team India but will surely win the hearts of the fans for the amazing display.