Houston [USA]: Former Pakistani cricketer Danish Kaneria hailed Virat Kohli for his match-winning century against Pakistan in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy, calling him a legendary player not just for his own runs but also for the way he elevates his batting partners.
Kohli’s unbeaten 100 was the highlight of the match, helping India secure a comfortable win and cementing his place in cricketing history. With this knock, he:
✅ Crossed 14,000 ODI runs
✅ Became the third-highest run-getter in international cricket, surpassing Ricky Ponting
✅ Scored his first-ever Champions Trophy century
Kaneria Praises Kohli’s Leadership & Impact
Speaking to media, Danish Kaneria said,
“Virat Kohli is a world-class cricketer, a legend. When India is in a pressure situation, he delivers. In Pakistan, players play for themselves, but in India, they play for their nation. Even if he does not score, he makes his partners score, which instills fear in opponents. That’s what makes him a legendary player.”
On Kohli’s future in international cricket, Kaneria added,
“He is super fit. He trains well, practices well, and is passionate about the game. His form never left; he was always scoring runs. Some people use his name for content, but he always comes back strong. The BCCI would like him to play as long as possible and groom the next generation.”
Match Summary: India vs Pakistan – ICC Champions Trophy
- Pakistan Innings:
- Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat, posting 241 all out in 49.4 overs.
- Saud Shakeel top-scored with 62 off 76 balls, while Mohammad Rizwan contributed 46 off 77 balls.
- Khushdil Shah’s 38 off 39 balls provided some late resistance.
- Indian bowlers kept the pressure on, restricting scoring opportunities.
- India’s Chase:
- Rohit Sharma (20) fell early, but a 69-run partnership between Shubman Gill (46) and Virat Kohli steadied the innings.
- Kohli then anchored the chase with a 114-run stand with Shreyas Iyer (56 off 67 balls).
- India secured a comfortable six-wicket victory with 45 balls to spare.
With this win, India continues its dominance over Pakistan in ICC tournaments, with Virat Kohli once again proving to be the match-winner. 🏏🔥