Scored hundreds in different countries, but among the 50 centuries, fans chose one of a century of Virat Kohli as the greatest. Currently, Virat Kohli is the owner of 50 centuries in ODI cricket. A few days ago, Virat touched this milestone in the middle of the World Cup (World Cup 2023). Virat is now the owner of 50 ODI centuries, surpassing his idol Sachin Tendulkar. His total number of centuries in all formats is 80.
The Best Century of Virat Kohli in ODI Cricket: Fans Have Spoken
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A few days ago today, the best century in the history of ODI cricket by Virat Kohli was voted on by ESPN Creek Info. In fact, which of the 50 ODI centuries is the best century of Virat’s ODI career? Only two options were given, fans were asked to vote for the 133-run innings against Sri Lanka in Hobart in 2012, and the 115-run innings against Australia in Nagpur in 2013.
Fans Choose 133 Runs Against Sri Lanka in 2012
Cricket fans were asked to vote for one of the above two options. And in that voting, he got the highest number of votes in the innings of 133 runs against Sri Lanka in 2012. Virat’s unbeaten innings of 133 runs against Sri Lanka in the tri-series between Australia, India & Sri Lanka (Australia, India & Sri Lanka Tri-Series) is still etched in the minds of the fans. Even after 11 long years, the Indians could not forget that innings.
Sri Lanka’s Challenge and Virat’s Triumph
Sri Lanka set a target of 321 runs in 50 overs in front of India in that ODI match. India would indeed have to score those runs to win, plus there was the pressure of the bonus run rate. India had to finish that match in 40 overs to sustain themselves in that series. Even though Virender Sehwag and Sachin got out for 30 and 39 runs respectively, India reached the target in 36.4 overs based on Gautam Gambhir’s 63 runs and Virat’s unbeaten 86-ball 133 runs. In the end, due to Suresh Raina’s 40 runs off 24 balls, some pressure was reduced from Virat.
List of All 50 Centuries Of Virat Kohli in ODI Cricket:
1: 107 vs Sri Lanka, 2009, Kolkata on 24/12/2009
2: 102* vs Bangladesh, Mirpur on 11/01/2010
3: 118 vs Australia, Visakhapatnam on 20/10/2010
4: 105 vs New Zealand, Guwahati on 28/11/2010
5: 100* vs Bangladesh, Mirpur on 19/02/2011
6: 107 vs England, Cardiff on 16/09/2011
7: 112 vs England, Delhi on 17/11/2011
8: 117 vs West Indies, Visakhapatnam on 02/12/2011
9: 133 not out vs Sri Lanka, Hobart on 28/02/2012
10: 108 vs Sri Lanka, Mirpur on 13/03/2012
11: 183 vs Pakistan, Mirpur on 18/03/2012
12: 106 vs Sri Lanka, Hambantota on 21/07/2012
13: 128* vs Sri Lanka, Colombo on 31/07/2012
14: 102 vs West Indies, Antigua on 5/07/2013
15: 115 vs Zimbabwe, Harare on 23/07/2013
16: 100 not out vs Australia, Jaipur on 16/10/2013
17: 115* vs Australia, Nagpur on 30/10/2013
18: 123 vs New Zealand, Napier on 22/01/2014
19: 136 vs Bangladesh, Fatullah on 26/02/2014
20: 127 vs West Indies, Dharamsala on 17/10/2014
21: 139* vs Sri Lanka, Ranchi on 16/11/2014
22: 107 vs Pakistan, Adelaide on 15/02/2015
23: 138 vs South Africa, Chennai on 22/10/2015
24: 117 vs Australia, Melbourne on 17/01/2016
25: 106 vs Australia, Canberra on 20/01/2016
26: 154* vs New Zealand, Mohali on 26/10/2016
27: 122 vs England, Pune on 15/01/2017
28: 111 vs West Indies, Jamaica on 6/07/2017
29: 131 vs Sri Lanka, Colombo on 31/08/2017
30: 110* vs Sri Lanka, Colombo on 3/09/2017
31: 121 vs New Zealand, Wankhede on 22/10/2017
32: 113 vs New Zealand, Kanpur on 29/10/2017
33: 112 vs South Africa, Durban on 1/02/2018
34: 160 vs South Africa, Cape Town on 7/02/2018
35: 129* vs South Africa, Centurion on 16/02/2018
36: 140 vs West Indies, Gwalior on 21/10/2018
37: 157 vs West Indies, Visakhapatnam on 24/10/2018
38: 107 vs West Indies, Pune on 29/10/2018
39: 104 vs Australia, Adelaide on 15/01/2019
40: 116 vs Australia, Nagpur on 5/03/2019
41: 123 vs Australia, Ranchi on 8/03/2019
42: 120 vs West Indies, Port of Spain on 11/08/2019
43: 114 vs West Indies, Port of Spain on 14/08/2019
44: 113 vs Bangladesh, Chattogram on 10/12/2022
45: 113 vs Sri Lanka, Guwahati on 10/01/2023
46: 166 vs Sri Lanka, Thiruvananthapuram on 15/01/2023
47: 122 vs Pakistan, Colombo on 10/09/2023
48: 103* vs Bangladesh, Pune on 19/10/2023
49: 101 vs South Africa, Kolkata on 5/11/2023
50: 117 vs New Zealand, Mumbai on 15/11/2023
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How many centuries does Virat Kohli have in ODI cricket?
Virat Kohli currently has 50 centuries in ODI cricket.
2. Has Virat Kohli surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s record of ODI centuries?
Yes, Virat Kohli has surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s record of ODI centuries.
3. How many total centuries does Virat Kohli have in all formats?
Virat Kohli has a total of 80 centuries in all formats of international cricket.
4. Which innings did fans vote as the best among Virat Kohli’s ODI centuries?
Fans voted the innings of 133 runs against Sri Lanka in Hobart in 2012 as the best among Virat Kohli’s ODI centuries.
5. In which series did Virat Kohli achieve the milestone of 50 ODI centuries?
Virat Kohli achieved the milestone of 50 ODI centuries in the middle of the World Cup 2023.
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In conclusion, Virat Kohli‘s century against Sri Lanka in 2012 holds a special place in the hearts of fans, emerging as the top choice in the recent ESPN Cricinfo poll. As Virat continues to make cricket history, his remarkable achievements are celebrated by cricket enthusiasts around the world.