I will never be as good as Sachin Tendulkar - Virat Kohli
After matching the indian legend's record of 49 ODI hundreds on november 5 during the world cup match against south africa, virat kohli declared that he will never be as good as Tendulkar. On november 5, kohli reached a noteworthy milestone as he tied Tendulkar's global record with his 49th ODI century.
With 119 balls, kohli achieved the record-tying century, showcasing his extraordinary batting ability. Not only was it his birthday, but it was also a memorable day for him due to the record. He thanked the audience for their support and called the event "the stuff of dreams."
Given that Tendulkar played 451 innings, kohli hit his 49th century in just 277 innings, making his accomplishment all the more remarkable. The top batsman's century enabled india to amass a massive 326 in their 50 overs. This turned out to be plenty on the day as india defeated south africa by 243 runs after they were bowled out for 83 runs.
At the post-match press conference, when he was named the game's MVP, kohli noted that tying his personal record was a unique experience for him. The indian player declared that Tendulkar would always be his hero and that he would never be as good as the cricket superstar because of his batting prowess. In addition, kohli expressed how emotional the experience has been for him and how much it meant to have a particular message from Tendulkar.
It's really unique. Right now, it's just too much for me to handle. For me, it's quite significant to tie my hero's record. He is the epitome of hitting excellence; I grew up watching him bat. I'll never measure up to him. No matter what, he will always be my idol."
"For me, it has been an emotional trip. It means a lot to me to stand here and feel that gratitude from him because I am aware of my past."
With 119 balls, kohli achieved the record-tying century, showcasing his extraordinary batting ability. Not only was it his birthday, but it was also a memorable day for him due to the record. He thanked the audience for their support and called the event "the stuff of dreams."
Given that Tendulkar played 451 innings, kohli hit his 49th century in just 277 innings, making his accomplishment all the more remarkable. The top batsman's century enabled india to amass a massive 326 in their 50 overs. This turned out to be plenty on the day as india defeated south africa by 243 runs after they were bowled out for 83 runs.
At the post-match press conference, when he was named the game's MVP, kohli noted that tying his personal record was a unique experience for him. The indian player declared that Tendulkar would always be his hero and that he would never be as good as the cricket superstar because of his batting prowess. In addition, kohli expressed how emotional the experience has been for him and how much it meant to have a particular message from Tendulkar.
It's really unique. Right now, it's just too much for me to handle. For me, it's quite significant to tie my hero's record. He is the epitome of hitting excellence; I grew up watching him bat. I'll never measure up to him. No matter what, he will always be my idol."
"For me, it has been an emotional trip. It means a lot to me to stand here and feel that gratitude from him because I am aware of my past."