In the high voltage match, between India and Pakistan, India’s stalwart batter Virat Kohli, delivered on the big stage yet again. The talisman batter completed his 47th ODI Hundrerd, and yet again proved why he is considered on the modern day greats. The poster boy of the Indian team is now behind only the Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar himself, who has 49 ODI Hundrers and sits at the top of the list.
Completing 1000 runs
As many cricket experts had predicted at the beginning of 2023, Virat Kohli has certainly lived up to those expectations, leaving an indelible mark on the international stage while amassing runs at a pace that delights both fans and his team. In the ongoing match, which resumed on the reserve day, Virat Kohli achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 1000 runs in international cricket for the year 2023.
Kohli’s affinity for playing in Colombo has been well-documented, and his performances on this ground consistently reflect his excellence. The modern-day cricketing great boasts an astounding batting average of 103.8 in Colombo, an indication of his sheer dominance. Notably, this is Kohli’s 4th consecutive ton on this ground.
Glimpses of 2023
At the outset of 2023, the cricketing world witnessed Virat Kohli’s unrelenting pursuit of greatness as he showcased his batting prowess in various formats. The year started with India’s tour of Sri Lanka, where Kohli exhibited his batting supremacy by notching up two centuries in the three-match ODI series. His remarkable consistency and ability to score centuries were on full display, earning admiration from fans and cricketing experts alike.
In March 2023, during the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy against arch-rivals Australia, Kohli added another feather to his cap by crafting a brilliant century in the Test format. This innings was lauded by fans and experts alike, emphasizing the significance of every match in this fierce rivalry.
However, it was Kohli’s 500th international appearance that truly showcased his greatness. In the second Test against the West Indies, he achieved his 29th Test century and his 76th international century overall. This remarkable feat brought him closer to Sachin Tendulkar’s record of one hundred international centuries, a milestone that has been the epitome of cricketing greatness.
Kohli’s return to form was highlighted by his scintillating T20i century against Afghanistan in the Asia Cup 2022, marking his comeback to the shortest format of the game. This outstanding innings fueled hopes among fans that Kohli would continue to accumulate runs in 2023, and he has indeed lived up to those expectations.
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