Virat Kohli proved once again why he is called ‘The King’. In the Champions Trophy 2025, he scored his 51st ODI century against Pakistan and led India to a dominant victory. His remarkable innings helped India chase down 241 runs with ease.
- Virat Kohli scored his 51st ODI century.
- India won the match by six wickets.
- Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir were delighted with Kohli’s performance.
Pakistan’s Fighting Total
Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat first. They managed to put up a respectable total of 241 runs. Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel played important knocks in the middle order. Their efforts gave Pakistan a fighting chance against India’s strong batting lineup.
India’s Strong Start
India’s chase started with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. They gave India a quick start, but Rohit got out early. However, India did not lose momentum. Virat Kohli joined Gill and started building a solid partnership.
Kohli’s Masterclass Batting
After Gill’s dismissal, Kohli took full control. He played with patience and confidence. Shreyas Iyer supported him well, allowing Kohli to focus on his innings. Step by step, Kohli moved towards his century, ensuring India’s smooth path to victory.
The Moment of Glory
Kohli reached his 51st ODI century in a spectacular way. He stepped down the track and smashed a boundary to complete the landmark. His celebration was filled with passion. He was seen gesturing towards the dressing room and saying something. Many believe he said ‘Main Hoon Na…’ or ‘I Told You…’.
𝗞𝗢𝗛𝗟𝗜 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗧𝗬𝗟𝗘! 💯@imVkohli takes #TeamIndia over the line, bringing his first-ever hundred in the #ChampionsTrophy, his 51st in ODIs, and 82nd across formats. 🙌
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) February 23, 2025
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Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir’s Reaction
Kohli’s brilliant performance brought smiles to Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir. Both were seen appreciating his innings. It was a special moment, as Kohli once again proved why he is one of the greatest in cricket history.
India’s Victory
With Kohli’s century and Iyer’s steady batting, India won the match by six wickets. This win gave India an edge in the tournament and boosted the team’s confidence for the upcoming matches.
Match Summary
Pakistan Innings: 241/10
- Mohammad Rizwan: 57 runs
- Saud Shakeel: 48 runs
- Best Indian Bowler: Jasprit Bumrah (3 wickets)
India Innings: 245/4
- Virat Kohli: 101* runs
- Shubman Gill: 46 runs
- Shreyas Iyer: 38* runs
Virat Kohli’s 51st ODI century was a display of skill and determination. His outstanding innings helped India register a convincing win. This performance will be remembered as one of his finest against Pakistan.
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
Pakistan vs New Zealand - 1st Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs India - 2nd Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs South Africa - 3rd Match, Group B | Australia vs England - 4th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs India - 5th Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs New Zealand - 6th Match, Group A | Australia vs South Africa - 7th Match, Group B | Afghanistan vs England - 8th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs Bangladesh - 9th Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs Australia - 10th Match, Group B | England vs South Africa - 11th Match, Group B | New Zealand vs India - 12th Match, Group A | TBA vs TBA, 1st Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, 2nd Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, Final |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Teams
PAKISTAN | NEW ZEALAND | BANGLADESH | INDIA | AFGHANISTAN | SOUTH AFRICA | AUSTRALIA | ENGLAND
