Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli produced a spectacular innings of 135 runs off 120 balls, hitting 11 fours and seven sixes, to score his 52nd ODI century. In doing so, he surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s longstanding record of 51 centuries in a single format.
Kohli reached this milestone in the 38th over of India’s innings before being dismissed while attempting a lofted stroke. Fans and experts hailed the knock as another example of his unmatched consistency and batting prowess. This century also adds to Kohli’s remarkable achievements in 2025, including becoming the fastest player to reach 14,000 ODI runs in just 287 innings.
The Indian team posted a commanding total of 349 for 8 in their 50 overs, with half-centuries from Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul supporting Kohli’s masterclass. The innings highlighted India’s depth and dominance in limited-overs cricket.
South Africa fought hard in their chase but fell agonizingly short, being bowled out for 332 in 49.2 overs. Kuldeep Yadav’s four wickets played a crucial role in securing victory for the hosts.
Kohli’s achievement has now become a benchmark in cricket history, as he overtakes a longstanding record that many believed would remain unbroken for years. Analysts say this innings reinforces his position among the greatest batsmen of the modern era.
Fans celebrated the historic moment across social media, noting that Kohli’s performance exemplifies skill, determination, and consistency. The new longstanding record now sets a high standard for upcoming cricketers aiming to match his feats in ODI cricket.
With this milestone, Virat Kohli not only cemented his legacy but also inspired a new generation of players to aim for excellence in the sport.
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