IND vs PAK, ICC World Cup 2019 HIGHLIGHTS: India beat Pakistan by 89-runs (DLS); makes it 7-0 in WC

IND vs PAK, ICC World Cup 2019 HIGHLIGHTS: Rohit Sharma produced an elegant hundred before Kuldeep Yadav flummoxed the Pakistani batsmen as India inflicted a humiliating 89-run defeat on their arch-rivals in a much-hyped World Cup match, which eventually turned to be a lop-sided affair. When play resumed, the match was reduced to 40 overs with a revised target of 302, which meant that Pakistan required 136 runs from five overs.

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World Cup 2019, IND vs PAK: After having their last fixture against New Zealand washed out, the Indian team will be raring to take the field when they face arch-rivals Pakistan in the most anticipated clash of the ongoing World Cup at the Old Trafford on Sunday.Having secured convincing wins over South Africa and Australia in their first two matches, the Men in Blue were not even able to get on the field for their third match against the Black Caps which was called off due to rain.Against Pakistan, India have a perfect record as they have won all their six encounters in the previous editions of the showpiece event and thus, Virat Kohli's men would be brimming with confidence considering their past record against the arch-rivals.However, it would not be that easy this Sunday as they would be without the services of their in-form opener Shikhar Dhawan. The opener got injured during the match-winning knock he played against Australia at The Oval in London on June 9. He has been sidelined for at least two-three matches with a fractured thumb.In his absence, K.L. Rahul will open the innings with seasoned campaigner Rohit Sharma. Kohli would be hoping that the duo give them a solid start and lay the platform for him and the other batsmen in the middle-order.India's bowling has also been pretty good with all the four bowlers -- Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav -- among the wickets.Pakistan, on the other hand, would be aiming to break the jinx and secure their first World Cup victory against India. However, it would require a formidable performance for the 1992 champions to overcome Kohli's men.The Sarfaraz Ahmad-led side made a horrible start to their World Cup campaign as they suffered a crushing defeat against West Indies in their tournament opener. However, they came back strongly and registered a remarkable win against England. But against Australia, they failed to maintain their consistency and had to face a 41-run defeat in Taunton.Against the reigning champions, Pakistan bowlers made a strong comeback in the latter half of the innings, but it was the batting effort that let them down. And so, Sarfaraz may be tempted to bring in Haris Sohail into the playing XI in place of Shoaib Malik, who has failed in each of his three outings in the tournament so far.Also, one thing which Pakistan would definitely want to improve is their fielding. Their fielding has not been upto the mark and they have dropped many catches in the four games they have played so far.Going by the record and form of both the teams, the odds look completely in favour of India but Pakistan -- capable of beating any opposition on their day -- will look to replicate their 2017 Champions Trophy final performance.However, one thing which can ruin the mood of both the players and the fans is rain. The weather forecast for Sunday is not great and there are chances of rain in the afternoon which can play a big role in the result of the match. Teams batting second have won four of the last five matches at Old Trafford and with rain expected to play its part, both captains will be tempted to field first.Squads:India: Virat Kohli (c), Jasprit Bumrah, Yuzvendra Chahal, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul, Mohammed Shami, Vijay Shankar, Rohit Sharma, Kuldeep YadavPakistan: Sarfaraz Ahmed (c, wk), Asif Ali, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Babar Azam, Mohammad Hafeez, Mohammad Hasnain, Imam-ul-Haq, Shadab Khan, Shoaib Malik, Wahab Riaz, Haris Sohail, Imad Wasim, Fakhar Zaman

17/06/2019 00:05:18

India beat Pakistan by 89 runs (DLS) to make it 7-0 in against the arch-rivals in the ICC World Cup as the 27 years old tradition continues. The match was reduced to 40 overs with a revised target of 302, which meant that Pakistan required 136 runs from five overs. Hitman Sharma has been awarded as the player of the match for his heroic ton.

17/06/2019 00:08:27

India beat Pakistan by 89 runs (DLS) to make it 7-0 in against the arch-rivals in the ICC World Cup as the 27 years old tradition continues. The match was reduced to 40 overs with a revised target of 302, which meant that Pakistan required 136 runs from five overs. Hitman Sharma has been awarded as the player of the match for his heroic ton.

16/06/2019 23:38:45

After brief interruption by rain, the covers have come off and the play will resume in about five minutes. The match has been reduced to a 40 overs game. Pakistan will require 136 more from 5 overs to win. India has already won the game and its 7-0 against the arch-rivals.

16/06/2019 23:02:57

India-Pak WC results - India won by...
1992: 43 runs
1996: 39 runs
1999: 47 runs
2003: 6 wkts
2011 : 29 runs
2015: 76 runs... Pakistan are 86 runs behind DLS par score currently. This will be India's biggest victory over Pakistan, in terms of runs.

16/06/2019 22:59:13

As we stand at rain interruption, India just four wickets away from victory. Pakistan par score had to be 252 in 35 overs, they are 86 runs behind the par score according to the D/L method. If the play is abandoned due to rain, Virat-led India will be declared winner.

16/06/2019 22:59:13

As we stand at rain interruption, India just four wickets away from victory. Pakistan par score had to be 252 in 35 overs, they are 86 runs behind the par score according to the D/L method. If the play is abandoned due to rain, Virat-led India will be declared winner.

16/06/2019 22:43:54

All-rounder Vijay Shankar takes out skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed (12), gets his inside edge and takes off the leg stump to bag his second WC wicket. After beautiful bowling spells by Pandya and Yadav, Pakistan need 171 runs in 90 balls and India need 4 more wickets to make it 7-0 against arch-rivals Pakistan in ICC Cricket World Cup.

16/06/2019 22:19:35

Skipper Virat Kohli’s gamble to introduce spin into the bowling attack and break the partnership paid off well. India is bowling Pakistan out of the game; they lost four wickets for 12 runs. With skipper Sarfaraz on the crease, Pakistan now faces an uphill battle to chase 367. After Chahal’s bowling heroics, Pandya missed a hat-trick but managed to cause two major blows to Pakistan in form of Malik and Hafeez.

16/06/2019 22:26:13

Skipper Virat Kohli’s gamble to introduce spin into the bowling attack and break the partnership paid off well. India is bowling Pakistan out of the game; they lost four wickets for 12 runs. With skipper Sarfaraz on the crease, Pakistan now faces an uphill battle to chase 367. After Chahal’s bowling heroics, Pandya missed a hat-trick but managed to cause two major blows to Pakistan in form of Malik and Hafeez.

16/06/2019 21:57:54

Oh Kuldeep you beauty! The Chinaman is leaving no stone unturned in hampering Pakistan with his turns. After Babar, Kuldeep removes Fakhar Zaman (62) and Pakistan need a miracle now!
PAK: 126/3 after 26 overs

16/06/2019 21:52:46

An absolute jaffa from Kuldeep that rattles the wickets of Babar Azam. Pakistan number 3 misses out in his half-century by just two runs while India gets the much-needed breakthrough

16/06/2019 21:37:59

Amid a slow chase, Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman brings up his 11th ODI fifty. It's also his maiden half-century in ICC Cricket World Cup that came in 59 balls.
PAK 95/1 after 21 overs, 242 more runs to win

16/06/2019 21:13:47

In a major blow to India, speedster Bhuvneshwar Kumar has tightness in his left hamstring and won't take the field in the match. The Men-in-blue have put an all-round show by bowling and fielding well at the same time to turn twos into one and ones into no run. Pakistan 64/1 in 15 overs against India at Old Trafford, Manchester. Pakistan needs 273 runs to win.

16/06/2019 20:51:01

Pakistan needs Fakhar Zaman and Babar to step up against the deadly Indian bowling attack, which is continuously building pressure in the middle as the duo struggle to get into their rhythm. If the batsmen continue with such dismal form, Pakistan will desperately need a miracle to chase down the formidable total of 337 runs. Pakistan are 38/1 after 10 overs.

16/06/2019 20:27:41

What a way to make a World Cup debut, all-rounder Vijay Shankar bagged his maiden WC wicket in form of Imam-ul-haq. Bhuvneshwar Kumar walked off the field with a niggle and Shankar came in to bowl the remainder of his over. After a brief rain delay, India bowlers have started off well, not letting Pakistan score easy runs. Both Bumrah and Bhuvi attacked PAK openers with some serious pace and swing. Overcast conditions for India pacers and the ball spinning around as well will definitely make things worse for the opposition. Pakistan is 14/1 after 5 overs.

16/06/2019 19:16:56

What was that?? Fans expected a ton from the Indian skipper and they got see his dismissal. Amir hunts down Virat on 77 to claim the 3rd wicket. IND: 315/5 after 48 overs

16/06/2019 18:50:16

Good news for the fans. The sky has gotten brighter and the shower has stopped significantly. Ground staff are working hard to mop the water out. The covers are coming off too… Let’s hope that the game could resume soon without any reduction of overs

16/06/2019 19:29:20

With 9 runs coming off the last over, India end up scoring 336 /5 off 50-overs.
Pakistan now need 337 runs to win at a run rate of 6.74

16/06/2019 18:39:37

With 9 runs coming off the last over, India end up scoring 336 /5 off 50-overs.
Pakistan now need 337 runs to win at a run rate of 6.74

16/06/2019 19:08:33

Finally, the covers are off, umpires on the field, Virat Kohli & Vijay Shankar are out to play and so are Pakistani players.

The game begins without any reduction of overs

16/06/2019 18:33:22

Finally, the covers are off, umpires on the field, Virat Kohli & Vijay Shankar are out to play and so are Pakistani players.

The game begins without any reduction of overs

16/06/2019 18:24:36

Finally, the covers are off, umpires on the field, Virat Kohli & Vijay Shankar are out to play and so are Pakistani players.

The game begins without any reduction of overs

16/06/2019 18:18:29

Now that's a total mood spoiler... Rain in Manchester has interrupted the game. The players are back in the dressing room and the covers are on

16/06/2019 18:17:20

Now that's a total mood spoiler... Rain in Manchester has interrupted the game. The players are back in the dressing room and the covers are on

16/06/2019 18:10:26

An awkward silence at the Old Trafford as Mahendra Singh Dhoni departs.

Amir strike to remove the big man.

An outside the off stump delivery that found the edge of Dhoni's willow and an easy catch grabbed by Pakistani skipper Sarfraz Ahmed

India: 298/4 after 45.1 overs

16/06/2019 18:07:59

Virat Kohli becomes the fastest cricketer to amass 11000 ODI runs. What a feat from the Indian skipper in such a great encounter.

He reached this feat in the 222nd innings of his career

16/06/2019 18:05:38

Virat Kohli becomes the fastest cricketer to amass 11000 ODI runs. What a feat from the Indian skipper in such a great encounter.

He reached this feat in the 222nd innings of his career

16/06/2019 18:04:59

Virat Kohli becomes the fastest cricketer to amass 11000 ODI runs. What a feat from the Indian skipper in such a great encounter.

He reached this feat in the 222nd innings of his career

16/06/2019 18:01:03

Skipper Kohli takes charge after Rohit's dismissal and brings up his 51st half-century against Pakistan.

2nd consecutive 50-plus score for Kohli against Pakistan for in ICC Cricket World Cups

16/06/2019 17:10:22

Fastest WC 100s for India:

81 Sehwag v Bermuda
83 Kohli v Ban
84 Sachin v Kenya
84 Dhawan v Ireland
85 ROHIT v PAK

16/06/2019 17:08:12

Fastest WC 100s for India:

81 Sehwag v Bermuda
83 Kohli v Ban
84 Sachin v Kenya
84 Dhawan v Ireland
85 ROHIT v PAK

16/06/2019 17:01:01

Rohit Sharma is on fire!

The India vice-captain brings up his 2nd century in World Cup 2019 off just 85 balls. This is one is going to find a special place in the record books as it came against Pakistan.

His 24th in ODIs

IND: 172/1 after 30 overs

16/06/2019 16:41:59

Rohit Sharma is on fire!

The India vice-captain brings up his 2nd century in World Cup 2019 off just 85 balls. This is one is going to find a special place in the record books as it came against Pakistan.

His 24th in ODIs

IND: 172/1 after 30 overs

16/06/2019 16:43:24

Rohit Sharma is on fire!

The India vice-captain brings up his 2nd century in World Cup 2019 off just 85 balls. This is one is going to find a special place in the record books as it came against Pakistan.

His 24th in ODIs

IND: 172/1 after 30 overs

16/06/2019 16:42:27

Rohit Sharma is on fire!

The India vice-captain brings up his 2nd century in World Cup 2019 off just 85 balls. This is one is going to find a special place in the record books as it came against Pakistan.

His 24th in ODIs

IND: 172/1 after 30 overs

16/06/2019 16:41:59

And here comes the King!

Virat Kohli walks in to bat and receive a huge welcome by the Manchester crowd.

The Indian supporters chant 'Kohli Kohli' to embrace and welcome their captain

16/06/2019 16:38:45

And here comes the King!

Virat Kohli walks in to bat and receive a huge welcome by the Manchester crowd.

The Indian supporters chant 'Kohli Kohli' to embrace and welcome their captain

16/06/2019 16:37:17

Oh dear!

That's the end of KL Rahul and Wahab Riaz draws the first blood for Pakistan.

Soft dismissal for the opener and Babar Azam takes an easy catch at the covers.

The 136-run stand for the opening wicket comes to an end after 23.5 overs.

16/06/2019 16:26:31

He may have had a slow start but gained the momentum in no time.

KL Rahul you beauty!

First fifty in ICC Cricket World Cup for the young batsman. His 3rd in ODIs

16/06/2019 16:19:36

He may have had a slow start but gained the momentum in no time.

KL Rahul you beauty!

First fifty in ICC Cricket World Cup for the young batsman. His 3rd in ODIs

16/06/2019 16:13:40

He may have had a slow start but gained the momentum in no time.

KL Rahul you beauty!

First fifty in ICC Cricket World Cup for the young batsman. His 3rd in ODIs

16/06/2019 16:12:43

A dream start by the new Indian pair against the arch-rivals, Pakistan at the Manchester track. Rohit and Rahul are enjoying this outing as men-in-blue have went past the 100-run mark in 17.4 overs.
Rohit has already got a fifty and Rahul is graduating towards his.

16/06/2019 15:56:28

A dream start by the new Indian pair against the arch-rivals, Pakistan at the Manchester track. Rohit and Rahul are enjoying this outing as men-in-blue have went past the 100-run mark in 17.4 overs.
Rohit has already got a fifty and Rahul is graduating towards his.

16/06/2019 15:45:16

A dream start by the new Indian pair against the arch-rivals, Pakistan at the Manchester track. Rohit and Rahul are enjoying this outing as men-in-blue have went past the 100-run mark in 17.4 overs.
Rohit has already got a fifty and Rahul is graduating towards his.

16/06/2019 15:49:57

A dream start by the new Indian pair against the arch-rivals, Pakistan at the Manchester track. Rohit and Rahul are enjoying this outing as men-in-blue have went past the 100-run mark in 17.4 overs.
Rohit has already got a fifty and Rahul is graduating towards his.

16/06/2019 15:53:16

A dream start by the new Indian pair against the arch-rivals, Pakistan at the Manchester track. Rohit and Rahul are enjoying this outing as men-in-blue have went past the 100-run mark in 17.4 overs.
Rohit has already got a fifty and Rahul is graduating towards his.

16/06/2019 15:52:30

Rohit Sharma brings up his 43rd fifty of just 34 balls. He has been totally emphatic today and showing no mercy on the Pakistani bowlers

16/06/2019 15:45:57

Rohit and Rahul seem to have gelled up well, minus the minor goof-up, as they are keeping the scorecard moving. India go past 50-run mark after 10 overs.
Rahul has gained the momentum while our vice-captain is heading for his third fifty in World Cup 2019

16/06/2019 15:35:37

Rohit and Rahul seem to have gelled up well, minus the minor goof-up, as they are keeping the scorecard moving. India go past 50-run mark after 10 overs.
Rahul has gained the momentum while our vice-captain is heading for his third fifty in World Cup 2019

16/06/2019 15:35:38

Paksitan's paceman Mohammad Amir in danger! On-field Umpire has warned his twice regarding his follow through - he does it one more time and he is out of the BOWLING ATTACK!

16/06/2019 15:31:42

Paksitan's paceman Mohammad Amir in danger! On-field Umpire has warned his twice regarding his follow through - he does it one more time and he is out of the BOWLING ATTACK!

16/06/2019 15:32:07

Paksitan's paceman Mohammad Amir in danger! On-field Umpire has warned his twice regarding his follow through - he does it one more time and he is out of the BOWLING ATTACK!

16/06/2019 15:31:02

Paksitan's paceman Mohammad Amir in danger! On-field Umpire has warned his twice regarding his follow through - he does it one more time and he is out of the BOWLING ATTACK!

16/06/2019 15:29:37

Paksitan's paceman Mohammad Amir in danger! On-field Umpire has warned his twice regarding his follow through - he does it one more time and he is out of the BOWLING ATTACK!

16/06/2019 15:24:23

A decent start from the Indian opening duo KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma at Manchester. 20 runs have been added on the board after 5 overs and the Pakistani quicks are putting all their efforts to scalp an early wicket

16/06/2019 15:07:18

India open with Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul. All eyes on how the elegant Rahul will fare up the order

16/06/2019 14:59:35

India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Lokesh Rahul, Virat Kohli(c), Vijay Shankar, MS Dhoni(w), Kedar Jadhav, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah Pakistan (Playing XI): Imam-ul-Haq, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Mohammad Hafeez, Sarfaraz Ahmed(w/c), Shoaib Malik, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan, Hasan Ali, Wahab Riaz, Mohammad Amir

16/06/2019 14:58:40

All-rounder Vijay Shankar makes his World Cup debut in place of injured opener Shikhar Dhawan

16/06/2019 14:57:44

Pakistan have gone in with two spinners against India. Imad Wasim shall share spin duties with Shadab Khan for the Green Shirts

16/06/2019 14:37:17

Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed has won the toss and decided to bowl first. Given the seam friendly conditions owing to the cloud cover at Old Trafford, the Paki skipper had no doubt in his mind to bowl first.

16/06/2019 14:26:29

Mohammed Shami who has not yet played a game for India at this World Cup is expected to play his first game. In all probability, he would be replacing either of the two spinner- Kuldeep Yadav or Yuzvendra Chahal.

16/06/2019 14:22:52

Reports are coming in that India will make just one change in their playing XI, all-rounder Vijay Shankar will replace Shikhar Dhawan.

16/06/2019 14:17:49

The toss is just around the corner. With the rain keeping away for now, we can expect the toss to happen without a delay. The toss will be critical to the fortunes of both teams as both Kohli and Sarfaraz would want to bat first in a high pressure game

16/06/2019 14:13:17

"It's about just getting into the act, and making sure they're relaxed before this almighty contest"Rameez Raja was at the nets ahead of the #INDvPAK match, and here's what he gathered. pic.twitter.com/dQqq0aQGHi— ICC (@ICC) June 16, 2019

16/06/2019 14:10:39

Rain threat looms large over the India-Pakistan World Cup encounter at Manchester. It has been drizzling off and on since morning in around the Old Trafford cricket ground

16/06/2019 13:48:24

Rain threat looms large over the India-Pakistan World Cup encounter at Manchester. It has been drizzling off and on since morning in around the Old Trafford cricket ground

16/06/2019 13:48:08

After having their last fixture against New Zealand washed out, the Indian team will be raring to take the field when they face arch-rivals Pakistan in the most anticipated clash of the ongoing World Cup at the Old Trafford on Sunday.