ASIA CUP : Kohli, Rahane hand India a winning start in Asia

Virat Kohli led from the front with a sparkling century, and was well-supported by Ajinkya Rahane, as India scored a convincing six-wicket win over Bangladesh in their opening match of the Asia Cup on Wednesday.

Chasing a stiff 280 runs for victory, Kohli smashed a brilliant 122-ball 136, while Rahane helped himself to an 83-ball 73, as the visitors attained the target with six balls to spare.

For Bangladesh, Abdur Razzaq, Rubel Hossail, Sohag Gazi and Ziaur Rahman picked a wicket each.

Earlier, Bangladesh rode on a fine century from skipper Mushfiqur Rahim to post a competitive 279-7.

​