One of the most thrilling encounters in T20 International history unfolded at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during the 3rd T20 between India and Afghanistan on Wednesday (January 17). After an intense battle that extended into two super overs, Rohit Sharma's India secured a historic series-win in this memorable T20 encounter against Afghanistan.
The heroes of India's victory were Rohit Sharma and Ravi Bishnoi. Rohit scored a blazing century, while leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi showed class during the Super Over, contributing significantly to India's remarkable performance.
One of the highlights of the match was Virat Kohli's sensational catch on the boundary line that turned Afghanistan's potential victory into defeat, pushed the match into Super Over.
At 35-years-old, Virat Kohli demonstrated remarkable fielding prowess during the 17th over against Afghanistan. Facing Washington Sundar's delivery, Karim Jannat hit the ball high in the air, initially appearing destined for a boundary.
However, Kohli showcased extraordinary fielding skills on the boundary line. Jumping with agility, the former India captain intercepted the ball, preventing a six by skillfully throwing it back into the field.
Virat Kohli's outstanding fielding effort not only contributed to India's success but also earned him the Fielder Of The Series Medal. This tradition of awarding the best fielder with a medal was initiated in the ODI World Cup.
Watch below viral video of Virat Kohli receiving Fielder Of The Series Medal
A look at Virat Kohli's performance in IND vs AFG T20Is
Virat Kohli made his T20I comeback after a long 14 months gap. Kohli missed out on playing series opener against Afghanistan due to personal reasons. In 2nd T20I, the senior batter managed to play a 29-run innings. Sadly, in the final T20I, Kohli faced a rare setback, being dismissed for a golden duck - his first-ever golden duck in T20 Internationals.