Kohli’s world record became the only cricketer in the world to score 50 centuries

New Delhi. Indian cricket team veteran batsman Virat Kohli has created history. Kohli played an unbeaten innings of 101 runs against South Africa (IND vs SA). This is Virat’s 49th century in ODI cricket. Meanwhile, he also equaled former Team India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 centuries. Not only this, Virat has also completed 50 centuries in white ball cricket. He became the only cricketer in the world to score a half century in limited overs cricket.

Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 101 runs in 121 balls with the help of 10 fours. He scored his 49th century in 119 balls. Kohli has scored 50 centuries in white-ball cricket, including 49 centuries in ODIs and one century in T20Is. With Kohli’s brilliant innings, India defeated South Africa by 243 runs at the Eden Gardens Stadium and registered their 8th consecutive win in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.

Team India gifted ‘King Kohli’ a win on his 35th birthday, South Africa surrendered at Eden Gardens.

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Virat has scored 543 runs in 8 innings
Star batsman Virat Kohli completed his century by stealing a single off fast bowler Kagiso Rabada in the 49th over of India’s innings. Virat is in great form right now. So far in the current World Cup, he has scored 543 runs in 8 innings. During this time he has scored 2 centuries and 4 half centuries. Virat has reached the second position in the list of batsmen who have scored the most runs in this World Cup.

Kohli equaled Ponting’s record
Meanwhile, Virat Kohli also equaled Ricky Ponting’s record. This is Virat Kohli’s 55th century in terms of most wins in international cricket. Earlier this record was held by Ponting. Kohli became the first cricketer to win the player of the match award for the most number of times in ICC tournaments. He was awarded the award for the 41st time in ODIs.

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