Virat Kohli Records: 3 Historic Milestones He Can Break in Champions Trophy Final
India will play New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy final this Sunday. The match will take place at the Dubai International Stadium. India aims to win the title under Rohit Sharma’s unbeaten leadership. Virat Kohli’s performance will be key in this important match.
The star batter has excelled in the tournament. They scored 217 runs with an average of 72.33 and a strike rate of 83.14. As he steps onto the field for the final, Kohli has a chance to break three significant records.
1. Most ODI Runs for India Against New Zealand
Sachin Tendulkar, a legendary batter, has the record for most ODI runs for India against New Zealand. He scored 1,750 runs. Virat Kohli is close behind with 1,656 runs and needs just 95 runs to surpass Tendulkar and claim the top spot.
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A big knock in the final could help Kohli make history. He could become India’s top ODI run-scorer against the BlackCaps.
2. Most ODI Hundreds for India Against New Zealand
Virender Sehwag, a former Indian opener, has the record for the most ODI centuries against New Zealand. He scored six centuries in total. However, Kohli has already equaled this record.
If Kohli hits a century in the final, he will pass Sehwag. Then, he will hold the record for the most ODI hundreds for India against New Zealand.
3. Most Runs & 50+ Scores in ICC ODI Knockouts for India
The record for the most runs in ICC ODI knockout matches by an Indian is held by Sachin Tendulkar. He scored 657 runs. Kohli is not far behind with 530 runs and needs 128 more runs to overtake Tendulkar.
Additionally, Tendulkar holds the record for most 50+ scores in ICC ODI knockouts (6), while Kohli has 5. Kohli could match Tendulkar’s record with a half-century in the final. A big score might also make him India’s top batter in ICC knockout matches.
Can Kohli Make History?
With three major records within reach, all eyes will be on Virat Kohli in the Champions Trophy final. His performance could seal the title for India. It could also cement his legacy as one of the greatest ODI batters ever.