Virat Kohli scored his 25th ODI century on January 20, 2016, against Australia at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. He scored 106 runs off 92 balls, including 11 fours and a six. India lost the match by 25 runs, but Kohli’s century was a special knock that showed his class and ability.
Kohli came into the match in good form, having scored two centuries in his previous three ODI innings. He started slowly against Australia, but he gradually found his rhythm as the innings progressed. He played some exquisite shots, both off the front foot and the back foot, and he never looked in trouble. He reached his century off 92 balls, and he finished the innings with 106 runs to his name.
Kohli’s century was a masterclass in batting. He showed all of his skills, including his timing, power, and temperament. He also showed his ability to adapt to different conditions, as he played the ball late and with great control on a slow pitch.
Kohli’s century was a significant moment in his career, as it was his 25th in ODI cricket. It also equalled a joint second most centuries hit by an Indian batsman against Australia in One-day internationals, jointly with 5 hundreds by Rohit Sharma. Kohli who slammed his 25th One-day international century and his 100 came from 84-balls.
Kohli’s 25th ODI century was a truly special knock, and it is a moment that will be remembered for years to come. It was a reminder of Kohli’s class and ability, and it showed that he is one of the greatest batsmen in the world.