New Delhi: You don’t need extra motivation when playing against Pakistan but being part of the high-voltage clash comes with its own set of challenges for an Indian player. The pressure is incontestable and the stakes go beyond the fierce rivalry shared between the two teams. But not many relish the challenge of an India-Pakistan contest more than Virat Kohli.

Kohli has time and again showcased his prowess on the big stage against India’s arch-rivals and has led his team to some memorable victories over the years. It was no different on Sunday as Kohli stamped his authority on yet another chapter of the intriguing India-Pakistan rivalry with an unbeaten century. Dispelling any concerns regarding his batting, a vintage Kohli rolled back the years in style with a match-winning knock.

Kohli’s form was under the scanner heading into the marquee clash after his lean patch and cheap dismissal in India’s opener against Bangladesh. But as has been the case on several occasions in the past, a Pakistan game was all Kohli needed to return to form. His bat roared again on the big stage as he fired all cylinders against Pakistan to shut his critics in style.

It was yet another batting masterclass from chase master Kohli in a pressure run chase for India. Kohli came out to bat when India were 31-1 having lost skipper Rohit Sharma after a crisp start. He anchored the chase to perfection and........

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