ODI World Cup 2023: Best XI of Second Week
Following the second week's cricketing action, it's time to take a look at the performance of the 11 players who will form the best team.
The second week of the World Cup 2023 concluded with the New Zealand versus Afghanistan match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. In week two of the cricketing extravaganza, some extraordinary matches gave delight to the eyes of avid cricket followers.
From India’s one-sided victory against Pakistan in the high-octane game at the Narendra Modi Stadium to the Netherlands’ spectacular triumph against South Africa in Dharamshala, cricket fans witnessed some intriguing games. Following the blockbuster action in these seven days, it’s time to know the best XI of the week.
Here is the second week’s best XI of the World Cup 2023
1. Rohit Sharma (c)
After starting with a duck against Australia in his opening World Cup 2023 game, India captain Rohit Sharma looked dominating with his bat against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The India skipper amassed 131 off 84 and guided his team to a one-sided win.
In week two, India faced Pakistan in the high-voltage contest in Ahmedabad. Playing the big game, the Men in Blue looked incredible with the ball, restricting the arch-rivals to a paltry 191 runs in 42.5 overs. As a skipper, Rohit led the team with confidence to get the better of the opponents.
His field placement and bowling changes were perfect in the contest. While chasing the low total, the 36-year-old came heavily on Pakistan bowlers, racking up 86 runs off just 63 deliveries with 12 boundaries (six maximus and six fours). His swift batting helped India chase down the total in 30.3 overs and boost the run rate.
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