A hero’s record he has touched. Humble, yet huge statement that was from Virat Kohli after India’s massive win over South Africa at Eden Gardens.
“It’s quite special. It’s all too much to take for me right now. To equal my hero’s record, it’s quite special for me. I grew up watching him bat and he’s perfection when it comes to batting. He is always going to be my hero whatever happens,” said Kohli after the match in which he made that 49th century.
Sachin Tendulkar held the record. It’s worth mentioning that Kohli and Tendulkar are the only players with over 40 centuries in this format. And Tendulkar remains an inspiration for Kohli.
“It has been an emotional journey for me. I know from where I have come and to stand here and receive that appreciation from him, it means a lot to me,” added the Player of the Match.
In this match between two of the dominant sides of this World Cup at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India posted a massive 326/5. The highlight was Kohli’s brilliant 101 off 121 balls. In pursuit of the daunting target, South Africa’s star-studded batting line-up folded up for a mere 83.