Virat Kohli once again proved why he is one of the greatest cricketers of all time. In the Champions Trophy 2025 match against Pakistan, he played a match-winning knock. With an unbeaten 100 runs off 111 balls, Kohli helped India secure a dominant victory.
- Kohli scored his 51st ODI century, becoming the first cricketer to achieve this feat.
- He surpassed legendary players Mohammed Azharuddin, Ricky Ponting, and Sachin Tendulkar in multiple records.
- He is now the fastest player to score 14,000 ODI runs.
Kohli’s Century Against Pakistan
Kohli played a brilliant innings after the early dismissal of Rohit Sharma. His knock included seven boundaries and classic running between the wickets. The innings was a blend of power and precision, making it a delight for fans.
1. Most Catches in ODIs for India
Kohli set a new record for the most catches in the outfield by an Indian player. He took his 158th ODI catch, surpassing Mohammed Azharuddin. His crucial catches of Khushdil Shah and Naseem Shah helped India control the game.
2. Third-Highest Run Scorer in International Cricket
During his innings, Kohli overtook Ricky Ponting in total international runs. Ponting had 27,483 runs, but Kohli now has 27,503 runs. He is only behind Kumar Sangakkara (28,016 runs) and Sachin Tendulkar (34,357 runs).
3. Fastest to 14,000 ODI Runs
Kohli reached the 14,000-run milestone in ODIs, breaking another Sachin Tendulkar record. He achieved this in 287 innings, much faster than Tendulkar, who did it in 356 innings.
Kohli’s Record-Breaking Journey
Below is a comparison of records Kohli broke:
| Record | Previous Holder | Kohli’s Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| Most ODI Catches for India | Mohammed Azharuddin (156) | 158 |
| Third-Highest International Runs | Ricky Ponting (27,483) | 27,503 |
| Fastest to 14,000 ODI Runs | Sachin Tendulkar (356 innings) | 287 innings |
What’s Next for Virat Kohli?
With this form, Kohli is on track to break more records. He is closing in on Kumar Sangakkara’s tally and could soon become the second-highest run scorer in cricket history. If he continues at this pace, even Sachin Tendulkar’s record might be within reach.
Virat Kohli’s performance against Pakistan was nothing short of legendary. With each match, he cements his place among the greatest cricketers in history. Fans eagerly await his next milestone.
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