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In a Cricket World Cup 2023 match held in Bengaluru, India displayed a dominant performance by defeating the Netherlands with a commanding lead of 160 runs. India's batting prowess shone as they posted a formidable total of 410/4, propelled by brilliant centuries from Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul. In response, the Netherlands managed to score 250 runs before being bowled out in 47.5 overs.
The match witnessed a strong opening partnership between Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, who amassed 100 runs together before Gill was dismissed for a brisk 51 off 32 balls. Rohit Sharma contributed 61 runs from 54 balls before departing. Virat Kohli continued his red-hot form, adding 51 runs to the total. KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer then took charge, with Rahul's explosive 102 off 64 balls and Iyer's unbeaten 128 from 94 deliveries.
In the Netherlands' innings, India's Mohammed Siraj provided an early breakthrough, but Colin Ackermann and Max ODowd staged a recovery with a 50-plus partnership for the second wicket. However, India's bowlers struck at regular intervals, with Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja dismissing key batsmen. Virat Kohli even claimed his first ODI wicket in nine years by removing Scott Edwards. India successfully wrapped up the Netherlands' innings in 47.5 overs.
With this emphatic victory, India concluded the group stage of the Cricket World Cup 2023 unbeaten, showcasing their strong campaign potential in the tournament.
