It’s a day of double celebrations for Virat Kohli, as he not only rings in his 35th birthday but also etches his name in the annals of cricketing glory. In a remarkable feat that has North India cheering, King Kohli has joined the elite century club, smashing his 49th ODI century, and matching the legendary Sachin Tendulkar’s record.
As the Indian cricket team continues its ODI World Cup 2023 campaign with unbeatable flair, Virat Kohli gifted his teammates and fans the ultimate birthday present – a cricketing masterclass. In the eighth match against South Africa at the iconic Eden Gardens, Virat achieved a milestone that will be remembered for ages.
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Virat’s blazing century came in 119 balls, an innings that left cricket lovers spellbound. He scored an unbeaten 101 runs, finding the boundary ropes 10 times. Thanks to this extraordinary display of skill and determination, India set a formidable target of 327 runs for South Africa.
What’s truly awe-inspiring is that Virat Kohli’s 49th ODI century equals the iconic Sachin Tendulkar’s legendary record. Virat achieved this feat in his 227th ODI, while Sachin took 451 innings to reach the same milestone in his illustrious career, which spanned 463 ODI matches, amassing a staggering 18,426 runs with an average of 44.83.
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With 49 centuries to their names, Virat and Sachin stand tall as cricketing giants, sharing a record that transcends generations. The Indian cricket world has another legend in Rohit Sharma, with 31 ODI centuries to his name, creating a trio of powerhouse batsmen that make North India swell with pride.
Virat Kohli’s birthday century is a testament to his unwavering dedication, and for the cricket-loviVirat Kohling heart of North India, it’s a moment of immense pride and joy. The celebration is two-fold today, and cricket enthusiasts are eager to see what more Virat Kohli has in store for this World Cup, as he continues to script history with every innings.
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Batsman Who Scored Most Centuries in One Day International
- Sachin Tendulkar- 49
- Virat Kohli- 49
- Rohit Sharma- 31
- Ricky Ponting- 30
- Sanath Jayasuriya- 28
- Hashim Amla- 27
- AB de Villiers- 25
- Chris Gayle- 25
- Kumar Sangakkara- 25
- David Warner- 22
- Sourav Ganguly- 22
- Tillakaratne Dilshan- 22
- Quinton de Kock- 21