A masterclass in chase under pressure reminds everyone why he’s still the game’s elite.
Virat Kohli rolled back the years with a magnificent century that silenced his critics and led his team to a comprehensive victory in a must-win encounter.
The king returns
Walking out to bat with his team in a precarious position at 33 for 2, Kohli immediately set about rebuilding the innings with the calm determination that has defined his career. His footwork was impeccable, his shot selection precise, and his hunger unmistakable.
The century came off 63 deliveries, a knock laced with 11 fours and 3 sixes. It was his 80th international hundred, a staggering achievement that puts him in a class of his own in modern cricket.
Silencing the doubters
Coming into the match on the back of a lean patch, Kohli had faced questions about his form and his future. This innings was the most emphatic answer he could have given.
“I never doubted myself,” Kohli said after the match. “Form is temporary, class is permanent. I’ve been through tough phases before and I’ve always come out stronger.”
