Dubai, March 4 -- Star Indian batsman Virat Kohli drew parallels between his composed innings in the Champions Trophy semifinal against Australia and his performance against Pakistan, emphasising the importance of partnerships and strike rotation in challenging conditions.
"It was pretty similar to the other day against Pakistan as well. For me, it is about understanding the basics and preparing my game accordingly-just rotating strike because, on this pitch, partnerships are the most important thing," Kohli said after his match-winning 84.
The former India captain highlighted his strategy of pacing the innings efficiently. "My only effort that day and today was to string in enough partnerships. The time that I got out, the plan was to ...