World Cup 2019: 4 Factors that helped India make it 7-0 against Pakistan at World Cups 

India v Pakistan - ICC Cricket World Cup 2019
India v Pakistan - ICC Cricket World Cup 2019

#3 Steady Fifties by KL Rahul and Virat Kohli

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The Men in Blue's batting performance majorly revolved around Rohit's exploits with the willow, however, Rahul and Kohli's knock came at a crucial time for the team, as they ensured that India breached the 300-run mark in the second consecutive game.

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Being promoted to the top of the order due to the injury of Shikhar Dhawan, Rahul proved why he is rated so highly in world cricket. The 26-year old showed great versatility and flexibility at the top of the order, complementing Rohit well with his steady approach. Rahul held one end with solidity, allowing the Indian vice-captain to play his shots. He also dispatched the poor deliveries for boundaries, as he scored his first World Cup half-century.

Virat Kohli walked in to bat post-Rahul's dismissal and maintained the tempo of the innings. Being watchful in the beginning, Kohli unleashed himself towards the end, as he maintained rock solid on one end despite the falling wickets. The milestone-man etched another landmark to his name, as he became the fastest to score 11,000 ODI runs, doing so in just 222 innings. Kohli's knock of 77 came off just 65 balls, which included 7 boundaries.

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