India, Feb. 16 -- India legends could not stop raving about Ishan Kishan's 'Dhurandhar' knock that set up the team's commanding 61-run win over Pakistan in Colombo on Sunday. The opener's ruthless 77 on the tacky R Premadasa surface ensured India sealed their place in the Super Eight stage with a group game still to spare.

Former India batter Sachin Tendulkar was in awe of Ishan, pointing out that India had effectively sealed the contest in the powerplay itself. Despite losing Abhishek Sharma in the first over, of a masterstroke from Pakistan captain Salman Agha, Ishan took charge and singlehandedly inflicted the damage. He smashed 42 off 25 balls inside the first six overs as India raced to 42 for 1, setting the tone for the innings.

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