The 33-year-old smashed a magnificent 53 runs off just 28 deliveries, peppering the boundary with five fours and three sixes. His innings proved to be the backbone of India’s score of 181/8, a total that ultimately proved too much for Afghanistan.
Yadav’s knock set the tone for a convincing 47-run victory for India, putting them firmly on the front foot in Group 1. This win gives them a crucial advantage as they progress through the knockout stages of the T20 World Cup.