[WATCH] Fans’ Special Gesture For Virat Kohli After He Scores Historic Knock Goes Viral

Batting legend Virat Kohli received a standing ovation from the crowd after he smashed his 52nd hundred that guided India to a strong 349 for eight against South Africa in the first ODI in Ranchi on Sunday as well.

Kohli’s 135 (120 balls, 11b, 7×6) and his 136-run stand with former India captain Rohit Sharma (57, 51b) laid the foundation for India’s charge to a massive 300-plus total. Kohli reached the three-figure mark with a stunning boundary off South Africa left-arm pacer Marco Jansen as well.

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Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have spent nearly their entire cricketing lives together in the Indian dressing room, forming one of the most iconic ODI batting duos in the sport’s history. Their chemistry was on display yet again in Ranchi, where Kohli produced a stunning knock of 135.

The innings reminded fans why he remains one of the greatest of all time, across eras and styles. Kohli’s hundred wasn’t just about numbers—it was a statement of dominance, precision, and unshakeable class.

His strokeplay radiated authority, featuring 18 boundaries, including seven massive sixes, showcasing both elegance and aggression. Even with age creeping into his career, Kohli proved that true talent doesn’t fade.

Rohit’s Fiery Celebration and Iconic Partnership

A major portion of Kohli’s majestic knock came during his partnership with Rohit Sharma at the other end. Close to half of the runs in Kohli’s innings were accumulated while batting alongside Rohit, highlighting the understanding and rhythm between the two. Interestingly, Rohit—usually known for his own explosive batting—chose to anchor the innings, allowing Kohli to dictate the tempo with relentless attack and sensational running between the wickets. Their stand once again crossed the 100-run mark, a common milestone for the legendary pair.

When Kohli completed his century, the dressing room balcony witnessed a moment of raw emotion as Rohit enthusiastically stood up, clapped, and shouted in celebration, visibly thrilled by his teammate’s achievement. His reaction reflected the camaraderie and respect between the two modern-day giants of Indian cricket.

Records Rewritten and Legacy Strengthened

With this spectacular century in MS Dhoni’s hometown, Kohli elevated himself further into cricketing history. He now holds 52 ODI hundreds—more than any player in a single format—surpassing the long-standing record of Sachin Tendulkar.

Overall, he has climbed to 83 international centuries, reaffirming his reputation as one of cricket’s most prolific run-scorers. Meanwhile, the partnership between Kohli and Rohit continues to flourish. The duo has now accumulated 5,619 runs together in ODIs and has notched up 20 century partnerships, placing them joint second on the all-time list.

Their consistency, impact, and synergy make them one of the greatest pairs the sport has ever seen. Kohli’s Ranchi masterpiece and Rohit’s heartfelt celebration together painted the perfect picture of two champions pushing each other to greater heights, carrying Indian cricket forward with unmatched pride.

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