Virat Kohli Smashes 51st ODI Century Against Pakistan in ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Virat Kohli’s Record-Breaking 51st ODI Century Seals India’s Victory Over Pakistan in ICC Champions Trophy 2025
In a high-stakes clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Virat Kohli once again proved why he is one of the greatest cricketers of all time. With an unbeaten 100 off 111 balls, Kohli guided India to a comfortable six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on February 23. This innings marked his 51st One-Day International (ODI) century, making him the first batter to surpass 50 ODI centuries, further cementing his legendary status.
Kohli Anchors India’s Chase in Style
Chasing 242 for victory, India faced an early hiccup as captain Rohit Sharma departed for just 20 runs. However, Kohli remained calm under pressure and built two crucial partnerships – first with Shubman Gill (46) and then with Shreyas Iyer (56). His calculated approach, coupled with elegant stroke play, ensured that India reached the target comfortably, finishing at 244/4 in 42.3 overs.
Pakistan’s Batting Struggles Against India’s Bowling
Opting to bat first, Pakistan managed to score 241 before being bowled out in 49.4 overs. Their batting lineup struggled to build momentum against India’s disciplined bowling attack. Saud Shakeel (62) and Mohammad Rizwan (46) were the top scorers, but they found little support from the middle order. Kuldeep Yadav led India’s bowling attack, taking 3 wickets for 40 runs, while the rest of the bowlers kept things tight.
A Crucial Win for India’s Semi-Final Hopes
With this emphatic win, India now sits in a strong position in the tournament, securing their second consecutive victory. Kohli’s milestone century, along with a dominant team performance, has sent a strong message to their competitors. As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly await to see if India can carry this momentum all the way to the final.
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