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Mumbai and Delhi began their Vijay Hazare Trophy campaigns in emphatic fashion on Tuesday, thanks to magnificent centuries from Indian stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in their respective Round 1 fixtures.
At the heart of Mumbai’s commanding victory over Sikkim was skipper Rohit Sharma, who produced a masterclass in limited-overs batting. Opening the innings, Rohit looked in sublime touch from the outset, combining elegance with brute power to register a fluent century. His knock laid a solid foundation for Mumbai’s imposing total, as he dominated the Sikkim bowling attack with a mix of crisp drives and towering sixes. Supported well by the middle order, Mumbai posted a challenging score before their bowlers wrapped up a comfortable win, underlining the team’s all-round strength.
In the other marquee clash of the day, Virat Kohli rolled back the years with a vintage hundred to steer Delhi to a convincing win against Andhra. Chasing a competitive target, Kohli anchored the innings with trademark composure and precision. He paced his knock to perfection, accelerating when required and ensuring there were no hiccups as wickets fell at the other end. His century not only anchored the chase but also showcased his hunger and class in domestic cricket.
Delhi’s bowlers had earlier set the platform by restricting Andhra to a manageable total, but it was Kohli’s brilliance with the bat that sealed the outcome. The former India captain received strong support from the middle order as Delhi crossed the line comfortably.
With commanding wins in their opening games, both Mumbai and Delhi sent a strong message to their rivals in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. The centuries from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli added star power to the opening round and set the tone for what promises to be an exciting domestic one-day season.
