Bharat roaring - Host unbeaten as Rohit's record ton powers India to World Cup win over Afghanistan

Indian fans celebrating their team's victory over Afghanistan in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. - Reuters

NEW DELHI (AFP): Captain Rohit Sharma on Wednesday night surpassed compatriot Sachin Tendulkar with a record seventh World Cup century to lead India to a crushing eight-wicket win over Afghanistan.

Chasing 273 for victory in New Delhi, the hosts rode on Rohit's 131 to achieve their target in 35 overs for a second straight win in the 50-over showpiece event.