Get ready for an exciting ODI series as India takes on Australia, and witness the legendary Virat Kohli's potential record-breaking performances!
The King Returns!
Virat Kohli, one of cricket's greatest white-ball batters, is back in action, and statisticians are buzzing with anticipation. His comeback begins in Perth, marking a significant milestone in his career since India's ICC Champions Trophy victory. During that tournament, Kohli showcased his prowess, scoring an impressive 218 runs across five matches, with a century against Pakistan and a solid 84 against Australia in the semifinal.
But here's where it gets controversial...
On the Brink of History
At 36, Kohli stands on the cusp of several remarkable achievements in ODI and limited-overs cricket. He needs just a mere 54 runs to become the second-highest ODI run-scorer of all time! His current record is an astonishing 14,181 runs in 302 ODIs from 290 innings, with an average of 57.88, including an incredible 51 centuries and 74 fifties. This achievement would surpass Kumar Sangakkara's 14,234 runs in 404 matches.
In combined limited-overs cricket, Kohli is about to reach another significant milestone. He's just 68 runs away from overtaking Sachin Tendulkar's total of 18,436 runs. Kohli currently has 18,369 runs, combining his ODI and T20I performances.
And this is the part most people miss...
Century of Centuries
One more century, and Kohli will claim the record for the most centuries in a single format. He currently shares this record with Sachin Tendulkar, both having 51 centuries, but in different formats. Kohli's in ODIs, while Tendulkar's in Tests.
Additionally, his next century will be a historic moment, as it will be his 30th in overseas conditions, making him the Asian batter with the most centuries outside Asia. This achievement surpasses Sachin Tendulkar's record of 29 overseas centuries.
This Australian tour is not just about records; it's also about preparation. Kohli is gearing up for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, and this series is a crucial step in that journey.
So, will Kohli break these records? What do you think? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below! Let's discuss and debate!
