IND vs SA: "Virat Kohli is coming for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027" - Fans elated as India batter slams second successive ton in ODIs
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Virat Kohli slammed his 53rd century in the ODI Cricket.
The Indian Cricket Team batter Virat Kohli continued his fine form in the ODIs as he slammed a magical century in the second ODI against the South African Cricket Team. The match between the two teams is taking place at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur.
Virat Kohli, who slammed a brilliant century in the first ODI in Ranchi, ensured that he came up with a similar kind of effort in the ongoing second match. The right-hander walked out to bat in the power play itself and opened his account with a massive six off Marco Jansen.
He looked sublime touch as he carried off from where he left in Ranchi. The premier batter played from gorgeous shots in his innings, which came at a time when India were under pressure, having lost both the openers early in the innings.
Virat Kohli along with Ruturaj Gaikwad (105) steadied the Indian ship and added 195 runs for the third wicket. He played as a second fiddle to a young batter but was making sure that he played his part to perfection, scoring runs at a consistent pace.
Virat Kohli after getting to his fifty made sure he slams his second consecutive century of the series. The premier batter completed his ton in just 90 balls and became the first batter in the history of the game to slam 53 tons in a single format.
Virat Kohli with his ton also scripted history, becoming the first player to score back to back for 10 times in ODI Cricket History. He ended with an innings of 102 runs off 93 balls to go with seven fours and two sixes.
Fans on Twitter react as Virat Kohli slams his 53rd ODI ton
As Virat Kohli slammed a magical century in the second ODI against South Africa, fans on Twitter reacted to it. They lauded the batter for his brilliance and gave some joyful reactions. Here are some of them:
How many centuries has Virat Kohli hit in ODIs?
Virat Kohli has slammed 53 centuries in ODIs.
How many runs did Virat Kohli score in the second IND vs SA ODI?
Virat Kohli scored 102 runs in the second IND vs SA ODI.
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