Kohli’s Milestone Century:
In a pivotal moment at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium during the World Cup 2023 semifinal, Virat Kohli played an extraordinary inning, securing a century against New Zealand. Surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record, Kohli’s 106 runs from 106 balls not only marked his 50th ODI century but also established him as the first batsman to achieve this feat in the format.
Kohli Overtakes Tendulkar:
Before Kohli’s remarkable achievement, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar held the record for the most centuries in ODIs with 49. However, Kohli’s relentless pursuit of excellence has now surpassed Tendulkar’s milestone, setting a new benchmark in his 291st ODI appearance compared to Tendulkar’s 463.
World Cup Dominance:
Adding another feather to his cap, Kohli now holds the record for the most runs in a single edition of the World Cup. Surpassing Tendulkar’s 2003 World Cup record of 673 runs, Kohli’s exceptional performance in the tournament has etched his name in history, breaking a record that stood for 48 years.
International Centurion:
Not only has Kohli become the second batsman to score the most international centuries, but he has also solidified his position as a dominant force in international cricket. With 80 international centuries, including 50 in ODIs, 29 in Test cricket, and 1 in T20 Internationals, Kohli’s prowess surpasses boundaries. Despite this, Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 100 international centuries remains unparalleled.
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