India secured their spot in their first Cricket World Cup final since 2011 with a convincing 70-run victory over New Zealand. The tournament hosts ended their group stage campaign unbeaten by winning all nine of their matches and carried that form into the knockout stages. In the first innings, Virat Kohli set a new record with his 50th ODI century, helping India to score 387 runs. Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer also impressed with his century, hitting 67 deliveries and eight sixes. When it came to the bowling, Mohammed Shami claimed seven for 57 and became the first Indian bowler to take a 7-wicket haul in World Cup history.
Mitchell tried to lead New Zealand to victory with his 117 runs, but was unable to manage it despite an impressive innings. India will wait until the Australia vs. South Africa semi-final to find out their opponents for the Cricket World Cup final. Virat Kohli’s record-breaking innings and Mohammed Shami’s performance carried India to the first ODI World Cup final in 12 years with a 70-run victory over New Zealand.
The knock of 117 by Kohli had him claim his 50th ODI century, surpassing the great Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49, and Shreyas Iyer’s 105 from 67 deliveries was thrilling to watch. India has secured a spot in the final and will be following the second semi-final game between South Africa and Australia to determine their opponents.