Virat Kohli Needs 49 Runs to Break Sachin Tendulkar Record

Virat Kohli is on the brink of creating history in ODI cricket. The Indian batting maestro needs just 49 runs in the second ODI against Australia to reach the 2500-run milestone against the nation, a feat that would cement his legacy as one of cricket’s greatest batsmen.

The Quest for Immortality

Currently, Kohli has scored 2451 ODI runs against Australia across 49 innings, featuring eight centuries and 15 half-centuries. If he manages to accumulate 49 more runs in the upcoming Adelaide encounter on October 23, he will become the first player globally to reach 2500 ODI runs against Australia in 50 or fewer innings. This would surpass Sachin Tendulkar’s achievement, who crossed the landmark in 55 innings. Kohli’s consistency against Australia has been remarkable throughout his career, establishing him as a dominant force in bilateral ODI series.

The Century Club Challenge

Beyond this immediate milestone, Kohli stands on the precipice of another monumental record. The star batsman is currently tied with Tendulkar with 51 centuries in a single format—both legends have achieved this in Tests and ODIs respectively. Kohli requires one more century to become the player with the most hundreds in a single format, a distinction that would further solidify his status among cricket’s elite.

The Adelaide venue holds special significance for Kohli, who has demonstrated exceptional form at this ground throughout his career. Despite a disappointing duck in the first ODI, the veteran’s determination and work ethic remain unwavering, suggesting he could deliver the performance needed to etch his name into cricket history during the crucial second ODI encounter.