Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) batter
Virat Kohli achieved an extraordinary feat during the hight-scoring encounter against
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Thursday, May 18.
Kohli notched up his sixth IPL century and equalled
Chris Gayle’s record for the most tons in the history of the tournament. The former RCB skipper displayed his exceptional batting skills during his 100-run knock. His century played a crucial role in RCB’s impressive 8-wicket victory over SRH and significantly boosted their chances of qualifying for the playoffs.
Once again, Kohli showcased why he is regarded as one of the finest batters in the cricketing world, leaving fans and experts in awe of his incredible achievement.
The moment Kohli reached his hundred was absolutely sensational. With a powerful strike over deep midwicket, he dispatched a delivery from SRH pacer
Bhuvneshwar Kumar for a six, adding style and flair to his century. This particular century held great significance for Kohli as it marked his first IPL century in four years, making it an even more remarkable and memorable accomplishment for him.
Overwhelmed by the achievement, Kohli celebrated with pure jubilation. He raised his bat and dropped down to his knees, displaying sheer exhilaration and joy.
Kohli’s 62-ball hundred was laced with 12 fours and 4 maximums. Additionally, his partnership with RCB captain
Faf du Plessis took the game way from the home team. The opening pair formed a massive 172-run stand, laying a solid foundation for RCB’s pursuit of the target of 187 runs. Du Plessis also played a fantastic innings, contributing 71 runs off just 47 balls, including 7 fours and 2 sixes, highlighting his ability to find boundaries at will.
Here’s how cricket fraternity reacted to Kohli’s record ton:
It was evident that this would be Virat’s day from the very first ball when he played that cover drive.
Virat and Faf both looked in total control, they not only played many big shots but also ran rather well between the wickets to build a successful partnership.
186 wasn’t a…
pic.twitter.com/YpIFVroZfi — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt)
May 18, 2023
VIRAAAAAAAAAAAT???
— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17)
May 18, 2023
A magnificent CENTURY by Virat Kohli ??
Take a bow, King Kohli!
His SIXTH century in the IPL.
#TATAIPL #SRHvRCB pic.twitter.com/gd39A6tp5d — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL)
May 18, 2023
Is there anything better than waking up and seeing RCB in the top four and Virat Kohli with a ton? I think not. ?
#SRHvRCB — Chloe-Amanda Bailey (@ChloeAmandaB)
May 19, 2023
What a knock bhaiya
@imVkohli ? ? ?
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal)
May 18, 2023
What a day of cricket! ??
@imVkohli brings up yet another magnificent century, showcasing his class and determination. True batting genius! ? And a huge shout out to
@faf1307 for an absolute gem of an innings
#RCBvSRH #IPL2023 pic.twitter.com/lJo3zL0AzA — Suresh Raina?? (@ImRaina)
May 18, 2023
All rise for the King ? what a spectacular innings
@imVkohli ? a treat to watch!
@RCBTweets #RCBvsSRH — Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12)
May 18, 2023
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— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif)
May 18, 2023
6th IPL century in style.
#ViratKohli at his best . And what a great season for Faf.
#SRHvRCB pic.twitter.com/a4cQhm9R0d — Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag)
May 18, 2023
King Kholi what a knock bhai
@imVkohli ?????
— Rashid Khan (@rashidkhan_19)
May 18, 2023
Fantastic innings from Virat! Kept looking to maximise returns on every ball he faced in the innings. He has got T20 hundreds before, loved the template he used to get this one! ????????
#IPLonStar — Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar)
May 18, 2023
what a inning by one and only the real king
@imVkohli take a bow.
pic.twitter.com/3wOA8hj0Ki — Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial)
May 18, 2023
KING KOHLI well played shera
@imVkohli @RCBTweets pic.twitter.com/qd3QoBM7Wb — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh)
May 18, 2023
What a knock…
@imVkohli back to his very best!
#SRHvRCB — Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket)
May 18, 2023
? is back! ? ?
— Lisa Sthalekar (@sthalekar93)
May 18, 2023
They are players n then there is Virat who wants to win n take his team forward intent in the field & then how he came out to bat you know he wants to win
@imVkohli @RCBTweets this what the youngsters need to learn ??
#IPL2023 — Madan Lal (@MadanLal1983)
May 18, 2023
What a run-chase!
@RCBTweets stay in the playoffs race. Congratulations on another dominating win, courtesy
@imVkohli and
@faf1307.
#IPL2023 #SRHvRCB — Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan)
May 18, 2023
King consistent Kohli!
What an extraordinary ? from this chase master. Congratulations champ ??
#RCBvSRH #IPL2023 #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/j6G1PVkOeo — Vinay Kumar R (@Vinay_Kumar_R)
May 18, 2023
Just too easy!! ????
#IPL2023 https://t.co/dtiwKmoe1B — Marizanne Kapp (@kappie777)
May 18, 2023
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