IND vs PAK: 'Run Machine' Virat Kohli slams 47th ODI Century on Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 Match Reserve Day

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Talismanic India batter Virat Kohli slammed his career's 47th ODI Century on Monday (September 11) and it couldn't have come against a better opponent, Pakistan - one of his favourite rivals.

The Indian batting phenomena slammed a century off just 84 balls against Pakistan in the Super 4 match of the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 in Colombo. With his exuberant knock against a quality Pakistani bowling line-up, Kohli once again secured a spot among the game's greats with a superb statistical record in the ODI format.

The match against Pakistan was rescheduled to the reserve day after the heavens opened up on Sunday (September 10) when India's score read 147/2 in 24.1 overs. Kohli - who walked into the middle at number three after captain Rohit Sharma's dismissal on 56 in the 17th over - started off slowly.

The right-handed batter from Delhi was batting on 8* off 16 balls when the play was halted and could only start the next day. The former India captain started building his team's innings with his partner KL Rahul on the reserve day and the duo tormented the Pakistani bowling attack, with their 200-plus stand for the third wicket.

Dazzling Achievements in ODI Cricket

With a terrific record of 47 hundred and 65 fifties in just 267 innings, Kohli has left an indelible mark in ODI cricket. In 15 Asia Cup (ODI) games, the batting maestro has scored 851 runs and slammed four centuries. He remained unbeaten on 122 off 94 deliveries in the match.

Kohli's resilience and flair for the game were both on full display as he unleashed a calculated attack on the opposition. This innings not only added another feather in Kohli's cap but worked wonders for India's score.

Virat Kohli: Setting Records High and Fast

In this match, Kohli accented his status as an exceptional batter, marking 14000 international runs at 'number 3'. He also completed 13000 ODI runs with his imperious knock against Pakistan.

The magnificence of this achievement is amplified when considering that Kohli is the world's quickest batter to reach this milestone. Standing out among contenders globally, Kohli's record-setting performance is a testament to his unparalleled talent and insatiable thirst for victory.

Unrivalled Performance at Number 3

In ODI cricket, where every single run counts and can turn the tides of a match, batting at number 3 is a position of responsibility. And without a doubt, Kohli has delivered nothing short of a brilliant performance.

With a mammoth 40 hundreds and 55 fifties in a mere 212 innings at No.3, Kohli has redefined what it means to be an excellent No.3 batsman. His incredible performance at this spot has earned him the mantle of one of the greatest limited-overs batters ever.

Kohli has single-handedly dominated the cricketing world with his consistency and unbreakable spirit, transforming each opportunity into a moment of glory for India. His unrelenting pursuit of perfection and competence in handling high-pressure situations is a glimpse of his greatness that resonates deeply with all cricket enthusiasts.

Kohli's extraordinary record paints a vibrant picture of his astonishing ability, sheer determination, and incredible talent. His accomplishments not only earn him a place among cricket's elite but inspire countless budding players worldwide.

As the maverick continues to dazzle us with his brilliance and set new records, one can only anticipate what jaw-dropping feats the cricketing titan will conquer next. His performance shows why he is considered one of the best in the field and is a gift for Indian cricket.

Not just India, but the entire world of cricket bows down to the prowess of King Kohli and waits eagerly to watch his next masterstroke. Without a doubt, Kohli is a force to reckon with in the realm of ODI cricket and he has clearly sounded a bugle for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 with his hammering of Pakistani bowlers in the continental showpiece.