After a defiant start, India lost their way and were in trouble at 88 for 3. However, Kohli (44*) and vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane (29*) lifted India with a defiant half-century stand. India ended Day 2 of the WTC final at 146 for 3 in 64.4 overs.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Butt hailed Kohli for his application and reading the game situation very well. He said:
Responding to a query on Kohli having hit only one boundary despite having faced 124 balls on Day 2 of the WTC final, Butt pointed out:
Shubman Gill & Rohit Sharma batted with control; India ahead in WTC final: Salman Butt
After losing the toss and being asked to bat first, India were in danger of losing early wickets against the moving ball in overcast conditions. However, Rohit Sharma (34) and Shubman Gill (28) defied the Kiwis with a defiant 62-run opening stand on Day 2 of the WTC final. Praising the Indian openers, Butt said:
Butt further added that although India are somewhat in control now, they are not entirely out of trouble. The former Pakistan skipper added:
While Day 2 of the WTC final produced some engrossing cricket, bad light halted play more than once. There could be more interruptions on Day 3 with forecast for rain.
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