Wed Dec 03 13:09:47 UTC 2025: Summary:

Virat Kohli scored his second consecutive century in the second ODI against South Africa, reaching his 53rd ODI century overall. This marks his 84th international century, bringing him closer to Sachin Tendulkar’s record. This is his 11th time scoring back-to-back centuries in ODIs, a record. He is also climbing the ICC ODI batting rankings, currently in fourth place and closing in on the top spot held by Rohit Sharma. Kuldeep Yadav also improved his ODI bowling ranking, moving to sixth.

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Kohli’s Century Blitz Continues, Closes In on Tendulkar’s Record and Top ODI Ranking

Raipur: Virat Kohli continued his dominant form, smashing his second consecutive century in the second ODI against South Africa on Wednesday. The masterclass at Raipur follows his century in the previous match, marking his 53rd ODI century and further cementing his place in cricket history.

The former India captain’s remarkable feat is his 84th international century, inching him closer to Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time record of 100. This also marks the 11th instance of Kohli scoring back-to-back centuries in ODIs, the most by any player in the format.

Kohli’s stellar performance is reflected in the ICC ODI batting rankings, where he has climbed to fourth place and is now only 32 points behind current leader Rohit Sharma. He looks poised to reclaim the No.1 spot he held for over three years.

Adding to India’s success, Kuldeep Yadav has moved up to sixth in the ODI bowling rankings.

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