Virat Kohli has once again proven why he is one of the greatest batters in cricket history. In the Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia, he played a crucial innings of 84 runs that not only helped India secure a spot in the final but also saw him break another massive record.
Kohli Surpasses Tendulkar’s Record
During his outstanding knock, Kohli surpassed the legendary Sachin Tendulkar for the most fifty-plus scores in ICC ODI tournaments. This was his 24th fifty in global ICC ODI events, breaking Tendulkar’s long-standing record of 23. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that Kohli accomplished it in just 53 innings, whereas Tendulkar needed 58 innings to reach the same milestone.
Kohli walked in at No. 3 after Shubman Gill got out early. He built his innings with great composure, helping India recover from early pressure. His half-century came off just 52 balls, and he looked set for another century before getting dismissed for 84 runs. Even after his wicket fell, India successfully chased down the target of 265, winning the match by four wickets.
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More Records for Kohli
This tournament has been special for Kohli in many ways. Earlier, he became the fastest batter to reach 14,000 runs in ODIs, adding another feather to his already illustrious career. He also set a new India record for the most international catches by a non-wicketkeeper, taking his tally to 336 outfield catches.
Another incredible milestone Kohli reached in this match is becoming only the second player in history to score more than 8,000 runs in successful ODI chases. This shows how reliable he has been for India in pressure situations.
Most 50-Plus Scores in ICC ODI Tournaments
Here’s a look at the players with the most fifty-plus scores in global ICC ODI events:
| Player | Innings | Fifty-Plus Scores |
|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 53 | 24 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 58 | 23 |
| Rohit Sharma | 42 | 18 |
| Kumar Sangakkara | 56 | 17 |
| Ricky Ponting | 60 | 16 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | 43 | 15 |
| Rahul Dravid | 36 | 14 |
| Herschelle Gibbs | 33 | 14 |
| Mahela Jayawardene | 55 | 14 |
| Jacques Kallis | 49 | 14 |
| Joe Root | 37 | 14 |
The Chase Master
Virat Kohli’s ability to chase targets and perform under pressure has made him one of the best batters in cricket history. His consistency in ICC tournaments has been unmatched, and breaking Tendulkar’s record further cements his legacy.
As India heads into the Champions Trophy final, fans will be eagerly waiting to see if Kohli can add another match-winning performance to his name. With the way he is playing, more records could soon be broken.
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