Fans, former cricketers, and India teammates were left in awe of star batter Virat Kohli's knock during the first ODI of the three-match series against South Africa. Young middle-order batter Tilak Varma said that he was fortunate to witness the innings from the stadium, calling it one of the finest hundreds he has seen.
Virat tore apart the South African attack with 135 off 120 balls, including 11 fours and seven sixes, in Ranchi on Sunday, November 30. India posted a total of 349/8 after being asked to bat first. The veteran batter ensured India finished with a competitive score. The Proteas were eventually bowled out for 332 in 49.2 overs.
Virat Kohli Takes Charge Early With Commanding Knock in Ranchi ODIVirat Kohli, returning from a mixed outing in Australia, showcased his batting display in the opening ODI against South Africa. He walked in early after Yashasvi Jaiswal's dismissal, and the right-handed batter immediately took charge on a favourable batting pitch.