In a thrilling twist to the India vs Bangladesh World Cup 2023 match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, Virat Kohli’s determination to reach his century added a new dimension to the game.
With India needing just two runs to win, Kohli’s pursuit of his 48th ODI century took center stage. He strategically avoided singles, taking only one on the last ball for three consecutive overs to keep strike.
The situation became a battle between Kohli and his century, with the match already decided in India’s favor as they approached the 257-run target with seven wickets in hand.
Kohli’s quest for his century was marked by big hits and a refusal to take singles, creating a dramatic spectacle. Umpire Richard Kettleborough’s decision not to call a wide when Kohli was on 97 further heightened the drama. The crowd in Pune cheered as Kohli achieved his century with a spectacular six, securing India’s victory.
Virat kohli fans says that – Bcci don't want Virat kohli to break Sachin Tendulkar records see this video clip hypocrites fanclub..what will you say now..in Ipl same incident happened when gayle was on 99 and kohli was on non strike..that was given wide but not this #Shameless pic.twitter.com/Ys6Czjdik2
— Sachin (@Gambhir_0705) October 19, 2023
After India’s win, KL Rahul revealed that he had encouraged Kohli to go for the century, even though Kohli had initially been hesitant to forgo taking a single to reach the milestone.
