India’s opening batsman delivered a commanding performance in the first ODI of the series, scoring an unbeaten 139 off just 88 balls as the hosts secured a dominant eight-wicket victory. His aggressive yet composed innings set the tone for a strong team effort, with the hosts building a formidable total early in the match. The win establishes a confident start to the series, with momentum firmly in their favor. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if this momentum carries into the remaining games.
Kohli remained not out on 139 off 88 balls as the hosts romped to an eight-wicket win in their first ODI of the series.