Road to The Final: Top 10 Records Broken in India vs New Zealand World Cup 2023 Match

The semi-final of the World Cup 2023 between India and New Zealand emerged as a canvas for historic cricketing milestones. In this epic showdown, the prowess of Indian cricketers like Virat Kohli, Mohammed Shami, Rohit Sharma, and Shreyas Iyer was on full display, each setting new records in their respective fields.

From Kohli's batting supremacy to Shami's bowling marvels, this match was a testament to individual brilliance converging to create collective history. This blog delves into the extraordinary records set during this match, underlining a new era in cricket's legacy.

Virat Kohli - Surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's ODI Century Record

In a landmark match against New Zealand, Virat Kohli scored his 50th One Day International century, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's previous record of 49 ODI centuries. This historic achievement cements Kohli's status as one of cricket's greatest batsmen, showcasing his exceptional skill and consistency. His journey to this record-breaking feat reflects his dominance in the sport, setting a new benchmark in the history of Indian cricket and inspiring a new generation of players with his remarkable performances.

Virat Kohli - Record-Setting Run Accumulation in World Cup 2023

In the 2023 World Cup, Virat Kohli achieved a remarkable feat by scoring 711 runs, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's impressive tally of 673 runs from the 2003 World Cup. This monumental achievement positions Kohli as the top run-scorer in a single edition of the World Cup, highlighting his exceptional batting prowess and consistency on the world stage. His ability to outdo the previous record set by Tendulkar not only demonstrates his skill but also cements his legacy as one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history.

Mohammed Shami - Unprecedented ODI Bowling Record for India

Mohammed Shami set a new benchmark in Indian cricket history with his exceptional bowling figures of 7 wickets for 57 runs in an ODI match. This performance eclipsed Stuart Binny's previous best of 6 wickets for 4 runs against Bangladesh in 2014, establishing Shami's feat as the best-ever ODI figure by an Indian bowler. His remarkable spell not only demonstrates his skill and precision but also marks a significant moment in the annals of Indian bowling achievements.

Mohammed Shami - Setting the Record for Most Wickets in a Single World Cup by an Indian

In World Cup 2023, Mohammed Shami achieved a remarkable milestone by taking 23 wickets, surpassing the record set by Zaheer Khan, who took 21 wickets in the 2011 World Cup. This feat establishes Shami as the Indian bowler with the highest number of wickets in a single edition of the World Cup. His outstanding performance not only reflects his bowling prowess but also marks a significant achievement in the history of Indian cricket in the World Cup context.

Mohammed Shami - Record for Most Five-Wicket Hauls in World Cup History