On Wednesday in Raipur, Virat Kohli added another glittering chapter to his storied career. The star India batter smashed his 53rd ODI century - his second in as many matches - during the 2nd ODI against South Africa, reaching the milestone in just 90 balls. Coming off a superb 135 in the series opener in Ranchi, he once again underlined his unmatched consistency in the 50-over format.
While fans and teammates celebrated the masterclass, one special cheer stood out - that of Anushka Sharma. The actress marked the proud moment with a heartfelt Instagram story, posting a red heart emoji to applaud Virat Kohli's achievement.
Meanwhile, the century also marked Virat Kohli's 84th international ton, putting him a step closer to Sachin Tendulkar's longstanding all-format record of 100 centuries. It was the 11th time he had scored back-to-back ODI hundreds, the most by any player in cricket history. His blistering form has also brought him within touching distance of reclaiming the No. 1 spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings, as he now trails Rohit Sharma by just 32 rating points.
Virat Kohli and Anushka, one of India's most admired celebrity couples, tied the knot on December 11, 2017, in Tuscany, Italy. They are parents to two children - daughter Vamika, born on January 11, 2021, and son Akaay, who arrived on February 15, 2024. Over the years, Anushka has often shared proud glimpses of Virat Kohli's milestones, and her latest post was yet another reminder of their strong bond.
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