In another stunning display against Australia, Virat Kohli showcased his affinity for playing in Australia by scoring his seventh Test century on Australian soil. The former Indian captain reached this impressive milestone during India’s second innings at the Optus Stadium in Perth, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s previous record of six Test centuries in the country. Kohli now stands as the Indian player with the highest number of Test centuries in Australia.
Tied for Second in All-Time Rankings
On the global stage, England’s Jack Hobbs holds the record with nine Test centuries in Australia, while Kohli now shares the second spot with Walter Hammond. This latest innings adds to Kohli’s remarkable achievements against Australia, reinforcing his status as one of the greatest batsmen of the modern era.
Setting Records Across Formats
Kohli’s century was not just another addition to his Test record; it also marked his 10th international century in Australia across all formats. This accomplishment places him among cricketing legends, further solidifying his legacy in the sport.
Most Hundreds in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
This innings also tied Kohli with Sachin Tendulkar for the most centuries (9) in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Here’s a quick overview of the list:
- 9: Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli*
- 8: Steve Smith, Ricky Ponting
- 7: Michael Clarke
Kohli’s Impressive Record in Australia
Kohli’s statistics in Test matches played in Australia are remarkable:
- Matches: 14
- Innings: 27
- Runs: 1,457
- Highest Score: 169
- Average: 56.03
A Memorable Moment at the Optus Stadium
Kohli’s unbeaten century was celebrated in style as he reached the milestone with a boundary. Initially uncertain if the ball had crossed the boundary, Kohli looked to the umpire for confirmation before celebrating. He raised his bat to the sky, relishing the applause and sharing the moment with his wife, Anushka Sharma, who was watching from the stands.
