World Cup 2019: 6 best knocks in the tournament thus far

#1 Rohit Sharma - 122 v South Africa

Rohit Sharma carried his team to victory against South Africa

Chasing 228 against South Africa in India's tournament opener, Rohit Sharma became the first Indian batsman to score a century in this World Cup with his 144-ball 122 dominating India's 6-wicket win.

Sharma's innings had a lot more value than just winning the game as India lost Shikhar Dhawan early to Rabada and Virat Kohli followed soon after. KL Rahul's mature innings gave Sharma a lot more freedom to attack as he got to his half-century and continued to pile misery on the South African bowlers.

All throughout the innings, he was cautious and ensured that he did not throw his wicket away. Post KL Rahul's dismissal, Sharma ensured that he was still at the crease and brought up his century off 123 balls and in the company of MS Dhoni, got India across the line with ease with over two overs to spare.