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From Rohit Sharma's Golden Duck To Shivam Dube's Blitzkrieg Fifty: Top 10 Records Broken In IND vs AFG 2nd T20I - In Pics

In a riveting clash between cricket titans, India and Afghanistan locked horns in the 2nd T20I of the Afghanistan tour of India, 2024. What ensued was a breathtaking display of skill and tenacity, with records tumbling and new benchmarks set. From India's pulsating chase to Afghanistan's spinners facing an unexpected ordeal, the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore witnessed a cricketing spectacle that will be etched in the memory of fans. Let's delve into the key moments and record-breaking feats that defined this thrilling encounter.

1. India Clinches Victory with a Thrilling Chase

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1. India Clinches Victory with a Thrilling Chase

In a nail-biting encounter, India chased down a target of 173 in just 15.4 overs against Afghanistan, marking the second-highest successful T20I chase against them.

2. Afghanistan Spinners Struggle in Indore

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2. Afghanistan Spinners Struggle in Indore

Afghanistan's spinners faced their worst economy rate in a T20I against India in Indore, conceding 97 runs in just 7 overs, with an economy rate of 13.85, breaking their previous record.

3. India's Dominance in Home T20I Series

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3. India's Dominance in Home T20I Series

India continues its stellar performance in home T20I series since June 2019, maintaining an unbeaten record with 13 wins out of 15 matches, showcasing their stronghold on home soil.

4. Shivam Dube's Blitzkrieg Fifty

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4. Shivam Dube's Blitzkrieg Fifty

Shivam Dube stole the show with a blistering half-century in just 22 balls, becoming the third-fastest to achieve the feat against Afghanistan, adding to the list of memorable performances.

5. Powerplay Prowess: India Sets a Record

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5. Powerplay Prowess: India Sets a Record

India set a new record with a remarkable powerplay score of 69/2 in the seventh T20I against Afghanistan, marking the highest Powerplay total in encounters between the two sides.

6. Rohit Sharma's Unfortunate Run Continues

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6. Rohit Sharma's Unfortunate Run Continues

Rohit Sharma faced a challenging T20I chase, enduring a series of low scores with a string of 0s and a solitary 4 in the last five T20I innings, raising concerns about his form.

7. Duck King: Rohit Sharma's T20I Record

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7. Duck King: Rohit Sharma's T20I Record

Rohit Sharma holds the record for the most ducks among Full Member sides in T20Is, accumulating a total of 12 ducks, emphasizing a rare struggle in the shortest format.

8. All-round Brilliance: Shivam Dube joins Elite Company

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8. All-round Brilliance: Shivam Dube joins Elite Company

Shivam Dube's explosive performance earned him a spot in the exclusive club of players achieving both a half-century and a wicket in a T20I match, making him a valuable asset.

9. India's 50+ Runs and 1 Wicket Club Expands

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9. India's 50+ Runs and 1 Wicket Club Expands

Shivam Dube's stellar all-round show contributed to India's growing list of players achieving 50+ runs and picking up a wicket in a T20I match, showcasing the team's versatile talent.

10. Axar Patel's Prolific T20I Career

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10. Axar Patel's Prolific T20I Career

Axar Patel's stellar display earned him the Man of the Match award, marking his sixth such accolade in T20Is, solidifying his position as a consistent match-winner for India.