Virat Kohli Once again displayed his class unmatched under pressure, direction India to a dominant victory Pakistan in their highly anticipated ICC 2025 champions trophy Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The modern striker maestro spoke of its 51st century ODI in a spectacular manner, ensuring that India has managed to continue the Pakistani target of 241 points with a compound and well -rhythmic blow.
With this complete victory, India has solidified its position at the top of group A, while Pakistan is now found in a precarious situation. A second consecutive defeat means that their semi-final hopes are suspended by a thread. Ricewan and his men must now count on Bangladesh To overcome New Zealand On Monday, before defeating the Bangladesh themselves in their last group group match. Even then, the hopes of qualification of Pakistan will be based on the net calculations of the execution rate, which makes this loss even more overwhelming.
Virat Kohli’s Century: a masterclass in chasing under press
Beating with a huge composure and determination, Kohli designed a 10011 undefeated sensational accounts of 111, anchoring the pursuit of India to perfection. His sleeves were a perfect blend of flawless shooting, impeccable timing and tactical acceleration, making sure that Pakistan has never had the chance to get back into the competition.
The most poetic moment of the match arrived on the very last ball, when Kohli reached his century with an astonishing border, sealing India’s victory in a dramatic style. Its sleeves had seven elegant limits, each testifying to their precise legs of legs and its unshakable lens.
Kohli was skillfully supported by Shreyas Iyerwhich recorded a 50 out of 63 crucial balls. Iyer started with caution, absorbing the pressure early, before moving gears in the middle of the overs to maintain the pursuit of India on the right track. The duo’s partnership played a decisive role in guiding India towards the finish line, ensuring that there was no last -minute hiccups.
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The fastest at 14,000 ODI races: Kohli creates yet another record
During his sensational blow, Kohli reached another historic step, becoming the fastest striker to mark 14,000 ODI races. He accomplished this feat in just 287 rounds, breaking the previous record held by Sachin Tendulkar (350 rounds).
Kohli has also exceeded Sri Lanka‘s Kumar Sangakkara (378 rounds), reaffirming its status of one of the most dominant in run-scorers in the history of Cricket Odi.
The historic moment has arrived when Kohli reached 15 points during the pursuit of India, marking another chapter of his illustrious career. Interestingly, Kohli had also reached 13,000 ODI races against Pakistan, during the Asian Cup in Colombo in September 2023, which makes this stage even more special.
Pakistan stick difficulties: Kuldeep Yadav and Hhelik Pandya lead the Bowling attack from India
Earlier in the day, the Pakistan striker again weakened because they were overthrown for 241, although they were in a promising position at some point. Saud Shakeel Top score with a 62 76 -ball resilients, while skipper Mohammad ricewan Worked at 46 out of 77 deliveries. The duo sewn a 104 -point partnership for the third counter, offering Pakistan a certain stability after the first counters.
However, just when Pakistan seemed ready to accelerate, India’s quasseurs rippled with precision and control. Left -handed wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav (3/40) was the choice of quisors, dismantling of the average and lower order of Pakistan with its misleading variations. Versatile Hardy Pandya (2/31) delivered two crucial shots, rejecting both Babar Azam (23) and Shakeel, who firmly moved the momentum in favor of India.
Despite Khushdil ShahThe fighting stroke of 38 balls on 39 balls, Pakistan failed to take a real momentum towards the overs of death, finally fixing a total less than 241, which India has hunted comfortably. With two victories in two games, India has practically sealed its place in the semi-finals, while Pakistan is now looking at an early outing, needing a miracle to stay alive in the tournament.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
Over the past 15 years, I have often rooted Virat Kohli to get a century. It rarely deserved a plus than today and I have rarely been so emotionally invested to watch it score! Well done, @imviratkohli! pic.twitter.com/oi83rymjmt
– Shashi Tharoor (@Shashitharoor) February 23, 2025
Winning match 💯 of Virat Kohli 👏
– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) February 23, 2025
On a difficult field, Virat Kohli does it again. Likes the striker against Pakistan .. Great player, great ambassador. #Indvspak
– Mohammad Kaif (@Mohammadkaif) February 23, 2025
💯 Century number. 8️⃣2️⃣ for King Virat Kohli. 👑
📸: Star Sports | #Playbold # ನಮ್ಮ RCB # CT2025 #Pakvind pic.twitter.com/2ib1utkfio
– Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@Rcbtweets) February 23, 2025
What a game! Congratulations to Team India for a fantastic victory! Special praise at @imvkohli For this brilliant century! Wishing to the team all the best for the rest of the tournament. Keep the momentum, the boys! 🇮🇳 @Bcci #Indvspak # Championsrophy2025 pic.twitter.com/1lkqzhmqfv
– n Chandrababu Naidu (@NCBN) February 23, 2025
Cometh the hour comes the king! Well -played @imvkohli 👏🏻 #Indvpak #Championstrophy pic.twitter.com/yqzdwa7jzm
– Wasim Jaffer (@ wasimjaffer14) February 23, 2025
Century by goat @imvkohli . Congratulations Indiaaaaaa 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳 🔥🔥🔥#Indvspak pic.twitter.com/c61zbwrod9
– Wazhma ayoubi 🇦🇫 (@wazhmaayoubi) February 23, 2025
No record too big for @imvkohli👑#Championstrophy #Viratkohli pic.twitter.com/h4kqozplbt
– Mayank agarwal (@mayankccket) February 23, 2025
Which player @imvkohli
What a victory for India#Viratkohli@Bcci #Indvspak #Championstrophy pic.twitter.com/ssa8nvpr51– Munaf Patel (@ munafpa999881129) February 23, 2025
Well played, Bharat team! 🇮🇳
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– delighted Kishan (@ravikishann) February 23, 2025
India triumphs again! 🇮🇳
An exciting victory on six counters on Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy brings us closer to the semi-finals! 🏏
Hat at @imvkohli For its breathtaking century 💯, a real masterclass in resilience and competence. Men in blue continue to … pic.twitter.com/vgeunjmjog
– Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) February 23, 2025
