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'Absolute mastery': Wishes pour in as Virat Kohli, KL Rahul smash fiery tons against Pakistan

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NEW DELHI: As Virat Kohli (122) and KL Rahul (111) struck unbeaten centuries to steer India to a commanding 356 for two against Pakistan in a Super 4 match of the Asia Cup in Colombo on Monday, wishes poured in from all quarters following the duo's decimating performances.

With the heroic knocks, Kohli and Rahul also rewrote quite a few records as Pakistan bowlers were taken to the cleaners.

Kohli and Rahul shared an unbeaten 233-run stand off 194 balls, smashing the highest ever partnership in Asia Cup and also India's biggest stand against Pakistan in ODIs.

The masterful knocks also helped India post their joint highest total against Pakistan in ODIs.

Here's a look at some of the congratulatory messages for the Indian duo.

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