In response, the world champions lived up to their reputation, securing victory with 49 balls remaining. Hardik Pandya spearheaded the assault, smashing an unbeaten 39 off just 16 deliveries, featuring five fours and two sixes. Suryakumar Yadav added a quickfire 29, decorated with three sixes and two fours, while opener Sanju Samson chipped in with a brisk 29 off 19 balls, giving the team a strong start.
