Gavaskar Praises Virat Kohli as the New Superman in Cricket After Breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s Record Again
Virat Kohli is once again making headlines in the cricketing world for his outstanding performance in One Day Internationals (ODIs). In a recent match against South Africa, Kohli became the talk of the town after scoring his 53rd ODI century, further solidifying his reputation as one of the greatest batsmen of our time.
The Historic Achievement
During the second ODI held in Raipur, Kohli achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing records previously held by cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. This match marked his 46th ODI century batting at No. 3, the highest for any player in this particular batting position.
Breaking Tendulkar’s Record
- Kohli now leads with 46 ODI centuries at No. 3.
- Tendulkar had 45 centuries while batting at the top order.
- Kohli has achieved over 11 multi-consecutive ODI hundred streaks.
Performance Highlights
Kohli scored 102 runs off 93 balls, hitting seven fours and two sixes. His innings largely consisted of singles and twos, showcasing his ability to rotate the strike effectively.
Notable Comparisons and Records
- Kohli now holds the record for the most centuries in India vs South Africa ODIs, surpassing Quinton de Kock and AB de Villiers.
- He has scored ten hundreds against Sri Lanka, nine against the West Indies, eight against Australia, and seven against South Africa.
- Only Tendulkar has also achieved significant hundreds against multiple opponents.
Sunil Gavaskar, a legendary figure in Indian cricket, stated, “Who needs Superman when you have Virat Kohli?” He praised Kohli’s unique batting approach, which balances aggression with strategy. Gavaskar noted, “Attacking batting is not just about boundaries and sixes,” emphasizing Kohli’s knack for maintaining pressure on bowlers with smart singles and twos.
As Kohli continues to break records, his passion for the sport remains evident. His childlike celebrations after reaching milestones endear him to fans, further contributing to his status as cricket’s new “Superman.” This remarkable trajectory reaffirms his crucial role in the evolution of the sport, especially in the context of ODIs.
