Kris Srikkanth has selected his top 10 Virat Kohli ODI centuries in successful chases ahead of India’s second ODI against West Indies in late September 2026. The former India opener’s ranking showcases some of Kohli’s most explosive and match-winning performances across different opponents over the years. Srikkanth’s selections span encounters against Australia, Sri Lanka, England and West Indies, reflecting Kohli’s consistency in high-pressure chase situations.
Out of his 55 ODI centuries, 30 have come while chasing, the most by any player in the history of the format. This statistic underscores Kohli’s exceptional ability to deliver when India needs to pursue targets. The ranking was shared by Star Sports on its Instagram handle, with Srikkanth making some surprising choices among Kohli’s memorable knocks.
Srikkanth’s ranks Kohli chase centuries
Srikkanth placed Kohli’s unbeaten 115 off 66 balls against Australia in the sixth ODI of the 2013 series at the top of his list. India successfully chased down 351 in that match, with Kohli’s aggressive innings proving decisive in the successful pursuit. The right-hander’s strike rate and ability to accelerate against quality bowling made this knock stand out in Srikkanth’s assessment.
The second position in Srikkanth’s ranking went to Kohli’s unbeaten 133 off 86 balls during India’s chase against Sri Lanka in Hobart in 2012. India completed the chase of 321 in just 36.4 overs, demonstrating the dominance of Kohli’s innings in that successful pursuit. The left-arm pace attack of Sri Lanka could not contain Kohli’s aggressive batting on that occasion.
Srikkanth’s third choice was Kohli’s unbeaten 100 off just 52 balls during India’s chase of 360 in the second ODI of the 2013 series against Australia. India reached the target with 39 balls to spare. The explosive nature of Kohli’s innings, combined with the magnitude of the chase, made it a standout performance in Srikkanth’s view.
Notable exclusion from the top three
Kohli’s 114 off 99 balls against West Indies in 2019 secured the fourth position in Srikkanth’s ranking. India chased down 255 in a 35-over contest, with Kohli’s unbeaten century guiding the team to victory. The knock demonstrated his ability to construct an innings while maintaining the required run rate in a shortened format.
One of Kohli’s most celebrated innings did not feature in Srikkanth’s top three selections. His 183 against Pakistan in the 2012 Asia Cup in Dhaka was ranked fifth by Srikkanth. Kohli scored 183 off 148 deliveries as India chased down a target of 330 in the 48th over, producing one of the finest ODI innings of his career in that tournament.
Remaining centuries in Srikkanth’s ranking
Kohli’s unbeaten 154 off 134 balls against New Zealand in 2016 was placed sixth by Srikkanth. India successfully chased down 286 in that match, with Kohli’s composed batting proving crucial in the successful pursuit. The innings showcased his ability to build an innings methodically while keeping India ahead of the required rate.
His 139 off 86 balls against Sri Lanka in 2014 earned the seventh spot in Srikkanth’s rankings. Kohli’s unbeaten knock helped India complete a successful chase, demonstrating his consistency against the Sri Lankan bowling attack in run-chase situations.
Kohli’s 122 against England in 2017 came in at number eight after he helped India chase 351. The right-hander’s innings was instrumental in India’s successful pursuit of a challenging target against quality English bowling.
His first ODI century in a successful chase was placed ninth in Srikkanth’s list. He scored 107 off 114 balls against Sri Lanka in 2012 as India chased down 316. This knock marked the beginning of Kohli’s exceptional record in chase situations at the international level.
His 118 against Australia in 2010 completed Srikkanth’s top 10 at number ten. Despite helping India successfully chase 290, Srikkanth ranked this knock lower than the other centuries on his list. The innings still demonstrated Kohli’s early promise in ODI cricket during chase scenarios.
Srikkanth’s top 10 Kohli ODI centuries while chasing
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115 off 66 vs Australia, 2013*
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133 off 86 vs Sri Lanka, 2012*
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100 off 52 vs Australia, 2013*
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114 off 99 vs West Indies, 2019*
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183 off 148 vs Pakistan, 2012
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154 off 134 vs New Zealand, 2016*
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139 off 126 vs Sri Lanka, 2014*
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122 off 105 vs England, 2017
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107 off 114 vs Sri Lanka, 2012
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118 off 121 vs Australia, 2010
