Some things never change—Virat Kohli stepping up in pressure games is one of them! Once again, Kohli showed why he is India’s ultimate match-winner, guiding the team to victory in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy semifinal against Australia.
Chasing 265, Kohli played a masterful 84-run knock off 98 balls, ensuring India booked a spot in the final. But along with this clutch performance, he also smashed several historic records.
Kohli’s Latest Milestones
1. First Player to Score 1,000+ Runs in ICC ODI Knockouts
Big matches bring out the best in Kohli, and now he’s officially the greatest knockout performer in ICC ODI history! Before this game, he already held the record for most runs in ICC ODI knockout matches (939 runs). Now, with his latest knock, he has become the first-ever player to cross 1,000 runs in knockout matches (currently at 1,023 runs).
2. India’s Leading Run-Scorer in Champions Trophy History
Move over, Shikhar Dhawan! Kohli has now surpassed Dhawan’s 701 runs to become India’s highest run-getter in Champions Trophy history. His tally now stands at 746 runs from 16 innings—another feather in his already decorated cap!
3. Most 50+ Scores in ICC ODI Events
Kohli just went past Sachin Tendulkar’s legendary record for most 50+ scores in ICC ODI events (World Cups & Champions Trophy combined).
- Kohli: 24 (5 centuries, 12 fifties in World Cups & 1 century, 6 fifties in Champions Trophy)
- Tendulkar: 23 (7 centuries, 16 fifties)
The King just keeps ruling!
4. 74th ODI Fifty & 125th 50+ Score in ODIs
With this knock, Kohli notched up his 74th ODI half-century, making it 125 times that he has crossed the 50-run mark in ODIs.
The Ultimate Big-Match Player
There are players who shine in league games, and then there’s Virat Kohli, who delivers when it matters the most. This knock was another reminder of why he is one of the greatest ever.
With the final just around the corner, fans will be hoping for one more Kohli classic to bring the Champions Trophy home. Will he do it again? If history is anything to go by, never doubt the King!
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