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Virat Kohli Hits 53rd ODI Century: A Sister’s Pride
Virat Kohli Achieves 53rd ODI Century
In a spectacular show of batting prowess, Virat Kohli scored his 53rd ODI century during the second match against South Africa. The event took place on December 3, 2025, at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur. The Indian cricket star’s performance was closely followed and celebrated, particularly by his family.
A Proud Family Moment
Kohli’s sister, Bhawna Kohli Dhingra, couldn’t contain her pride. She took to Instagram to express her emotions, showcasing the strong familial bond that adds to Kohli’s motivation. Her heartfelt message resonated with many fans, emphasizing how family plays a vital role in the lives of athletes.
Match Highlights and Player Performances
Kohli came to bat at No. 3, demonstrating his usual dominance with the bat. He opened with a spectacular six off Lungi Ngidi and reached his half-century in just 47 balls. Kohli eventually scored 102 off 93 balls, striking seven fours and two sixes, further solidifying his position as one of the top players in ODI history.
This century marked Kohli’s second consecutive hundred in ODIs, particularly impressive considering he had scored 135 runs in the first match of the series, where he was named Player of the Match.
Key Match Statistics
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 102 | 93 | 7 | 2 |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | 105 | 83 | 6 | 1 |
| Rohit Sharma | 14 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 22 | 38 | 2 | 1 |
During the match, India showed an impressive performance overall. The opening duo of Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal laid the groundwork with a combined 40 runs before Kohli’s impactful innings took center stage. The partnership with Ruturaj Gaikwad, which yielded 195 runs for the third wicket, was particularly noteworthy as Gaikwad also registered his maiden ODI century during the match.
Conclusion and Upcoming Matches
As the match continued, India found themselves at 317/5 after 45 overs, with KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja looking to build on the already impressive total. Fans are excited to see how Kohli continues to perform in upcoming matches, especially with this record and his growing legacy in cricket.
