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Virat Kohli Surpasses Ricky Ponting in All-Time Run Scorer List
In a stellar display of batting prowess, Virat Kohli has surpassed Ricky Ponting to become the third-highest run scorer in international cricket. Kohli’s unbeaten 100 not only secured the win but also elevated him above Ponting in the all-time run-scorer list across formats. He now boasts 27,503 runs in 614 innings, averaging 52.38, with 82 centuries and 142 half-centuries.
Fastest to 14,000 ODI Runs
During the match, Kohli also achieved the milestone of becoming the fastest batter to reach 14,000 ODI runs, accomplishing this feat in just 287 innings. This surpasses the previous record held by Sachin Tendulkar, who reached the mark in 350 innings. Kohli’s consistent performance continues to set new benchmarks in international cricket.
Climbing the All-Time Run Scorer Rankings
With this achievement, Kohli now trails only Sachin Tendulkar, who amassed 34,357 runs in 782 innings, and Kumar Sangakkara, with 28,016 runs in 666 innings. The gap between Kohli and Sangakkara stands at a mere 513 runs, indicating that Kohli is on the cusp of advancing further in the rankings. Ricky Ponting, whom Kohli surpassed, now occupies the fourth position with 27,483 runs in 668 innings.
Kohli’s relentless pursuit of excellence and his ability to perform under pressure have solidified his status as one of cricket’s all-time greats. As the tournament progresses, fans and analysts alike will be keenly observing his performances, anticipating more record-breaking feats from the Indian skipper.
