His innings had 16 fours and two sixes

September 25, 2013 by admin

Shikhar Dhawan Score Centuries As India Thrash Pakistan

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Earlier, Pakistan produced an improved batting performance, led by India’s nemesis Shoaib Malik, scoring 237 for 7 in 50 overs.

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