An unforgettable clash took place at the legendary Eden Gardens during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 when India faced off against South Africa. Virat Kohli showcased his brilliance by scoring his 49th ODI century, matching Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most ODI centuries.
The game kicked off with India winning the toss and deciding to bat first, setting the atmosphere for an entertaining battle. India’s batting team, led by Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, created a good foundation by providing 40 and 23 runs, respectively. However, it was Virat Kohli who truly stole the show. Throughout his innings, Kohli exhibited great patience and technique, collecting a brilliant 100 runs from 119 balls. His performance contained eight boundaries and served as a testimonial to his amazing skills. Indian fans had eagerly anticipated this moment when Kohli equaled the famous Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 ODI hundreds, a feat he achieved on his birthday as he turned 35.
Shreyas Iyer, another young player in the Indian lineup, supplemented Kohli’s efforts with an amazing innings of 77 runs from 87 balls. His performance contained seven boundaries and two sixes, demonstrating a blend of aggression and skill. Iyer developed an important partnership with Kohli.
Virat Kohli also struck his 79th international century, moving a step closer to another historic milestone of 100 international hundreds. Sachin Tendulkar now holds the record for the most hundreds in international cricket, with a total of 100 (51 in Tests and 49 in ODIs) across his storied 24-year career. Virat Kohli follows as the second-highest centurion with 79 (29 in Tests, 49 in ODIs, and 1 in T20Is) in his 15-year cricket career so far.
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