Virat Kohli Shines Again
In a stunning display of cricketing prowess, ace India batter Virat Kohli registered his 53rd One Day International (ODI) century during the second ODI against South Africa on December 3, 2025. The match, held at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur, brought excitement to fans worldwide.
Kohli's performance was marked by aggressive yet calculated batting. Coming in at No. 3, he opened his scorecard with a six off Lungi Ngidi and quickly found his rhythm. Reaching his fifty in just 47 balls, he soon pushed towards another milestone, completing his century in 90 deliveries, ultimately finishing with a stellar score of 102 runs from 93 balls.
Support from Family
Bhawna Kohli Dhingra, Virat's sister, couldn’t contain her pride and celebrated her brother’s achievement on social media. She shared a heartfelt message through an Instagram story following the historic moment, exclaiming her support and excitement.
Match Highlights
This century was Kohli's second consecutive hundred in ODIs, having previously scored an impressive 135 runs in the first game of the series, where he was named Player of the Match. Both matches highlight his critical role in the Indian cricket team and his ability to perform under pressure.
As the match progressed, India’s opening pair, Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal, started strong but faced early dismissals. Sharma scored just 14 runs from 8 balls, followed by Jaiswal, who managed 22 runs from 38 deliveries.
Key Partnership Fuels Innings
The highlight of the match was the remarkable 195-run partnership between Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad for the third wicket. Gaikwad also shone brightly, scoring his maiden ODI century, ending with 105 runs off 83 balls. Together, they demonstrated resilience and skill, propelling India to a strong position in the match.
| Player | Runs | Balls Faced |
|---|
| Virat Kohli | 102 | 93 |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | 105 | 83 |
| Rohit Sharma | 14 | 8 |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 22 | 38 |
As of the latest updates, India was strong at 317 runs for the loss of 5 wickets with skipper KL Rahul batting at 43 and Ravindra Jadeja not out at 9. The performance hints at a promising total as they build towards a commanding finish.
Looking Ahead
Fans and cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the next updates from the series. With Kohli’s form looking unstoppable, India appears set for further successes. Stay tuned for more live updates as the series progresses.