New Delhi. Indian cricket sensation Virat Kohli celebrated his birthday in style by scoring a brilliant century against South Africa. This remarkable feat marked Kohli’s 49th ODI century, and equaled the great Sachin Tendulkar for most centuries in One Day International cricket. Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Virat Kohli for achieving this feat in a heart-touching gesture. Tendulkar not only praised Kohli for equaling his record but also prayed wholeheartedly and expressed hope that Kohli would soon surpass his world record. He wrote on Twitter, “Very well played Virat! It took me 365 days to get from 49 to 50. I hope you reach 50 in the next few days and break my record soon. Congratulations!”
A remarkable milestone in Kohli’s illustrious career
Virat Kohli’s extraordinary innings during the 2023 ODI World Cup saw him score his second century of the tournament. Earlier, he was out for 95 runs against New Zealand. Later it seemed that he might score his 49th century against Sri Lanka, but he missed it by just 12 runs. However, today Kohli achieved this milestone while facing South Africa.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was quick to acknowledge Virat Kohli’s extraordinary achievement. His words not only reflect the spirit of the game but also the camaraderie shared between the greats of cricket. Tendulkar’s message is a testament to the mutual respect and admiration that exists within the cricket community.
Kohli’s birthday celebration on the pitch
It was indeed a memorable birthday celebration for Virat Kohli. Stepping onto the field, he demonstrated his strength and determination.