Ind vs Aus in ODI World Cup 2023: Virat Kohli scripts unique record

Star India batter Virat Kohli created the record of taking the most number of catches in ODI World Cup history for India while playing against formidable Australia in Chennai on Sunday.

Kohli picked a stunner at first slip to dismiss Mitchell Marsh (0 off 6) off premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah’s bowling. With this catch, Kohli went past former India skipper Anil Kumble in the elite list. Before the match, Kohli was tied on 14 catches each with Kumble. While Kumble needed 18 matches to hit the mark, Kohli broke his record in 26 matches.

Bumrah peppered the Australia opener with a back of a length delivery. Marsh’s tentative prod ended in a thick edge, which flew straight at first slip where Kohli took a brilliant catch.

Earlier, Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first against India in the 150th ODI match between the two powerhouses.

As per the latest report, Australia were bundled out for 199 in 49.3 overs. Ravindra Jadaja (3/28) was the pick of the Indian bowlers.