In the ever-evolving realm of international cricket, the ongoing narrative of Virat Kohli‘s quest to surpass Sachin Tendulkar‘s monumental record of 100 centuries stands as a topic of intense speculation and anticipation.

Virat Kohli’s ambitious pursuit

At 35 years old, Kohli currently occupies the second position?? on the list of batters with the most international centuries, boasting an impressive tally of 80 t?ons across 520 matches in various formats. Tendulkar, a cricketing legend, sits at the pinnacle with a historic 100 centuries from 664 games.

Clive Lloyd evaluates Kohli’s potential to exceed Sachin Tendulkar

In a recent event in Kolkata, Clive Lloyd, a revered figure with two World Cup victories in 1975 and 1979 as a captain with West Indies, provided valuable insights into Kohli’s potential to surpass Tendulkar’s unparalleled record.

Commending Kohli’s cricketing prowess, Lloyd expressed unshakable belief in the Indian captain’s capacity to achieve the extraordinary. Lloyd empSachinized that based on Kohli’s current batting skills, he has the potential to overcome any cricketing challenge set before him.

“I do not know about the period, but he is young enough, and I am sure that the way he is playing he can achieve anything he wants to achieve, and it would be something to be quite happy to achieve,” Lloyd was quoted as saying by the Times of India in response to the query,” Lloyd was quoted as saying by The Times of India.

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Kohli’s dominance in CWC 2023 and milestone moment

Kohli’s recent stellar performance in the ODI World Cup 2023 hosted in India fu?rther solidified his standing in the cricketing world. With a record-breaking 765 runs in 11 innings at an average of 95.62 and a strike rate of 90.32, the Indian stalwart displayed his dominance with three centuries and six half-centuries.

Significantly, in the semi-final against New Zealand in Mumbai, Kohli surpassed Tendulkar’s milestone of 49 ODI centuries, etching his name in history as the first batter to achieve the landmark of 50 hundreds in Men’s one-day internationals.

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The Cricket World Cup has witnessed some of the most memorable moments in the history of the sport. One of the defining aspects of these prestigious tournaments is the stellar performances by players in the finals. Scoring a century in a World Cup final is a feat that etches a player’s name in the annals of cricketing glory.

Players who smashed century in ODI World Cup final

Centuries in World Cup finals are not merely statistical achievements; they are the stuff of cricketing legends. Each ton tells a unique story of skill, determination, and the pursuit of excellence on cricket’s grandest stage. Here is the elite list of players who smacked centuries in ODI World Cup final

1. Clive Lloyd – 102 vs Australia: ODI World Cup 1975 final

In the inaugural World Cup final held at Lord’s in 1975, West Indies captain Clive Lloyd played a captain’s knock, scoring 102 runs off 85 balls against Australia. This innings set the tone for his team’s triumph and established Lloyd as a giant of the game.

2. Vivian Richards – 138* vs England: ODI World Cup 1979 final

The charismatic Vivian Richards showcased his unparalleled skills in the 1979 World Cup final against England. Richards’ unbeaten 138 off 157 balls remains etched in cricketing folklore as one of the greatest innings in World Cup history.

3. Aravinda de Silva – 107* vs Australia: ODI World Cup 1996 final

Sri Lanka‘s Aravinda de Silva played a magical innings in the final against Australia in ODI World Cup 1996 final at Lahore. His unbeaten 107 off 124 balls guided the Islanders to their maiden World Cup triumph and solidified de Silva’s place as a cricketing legend.

4. Ricky Ponting – 140* vs India: ODI World Cup 2002 final

The 2003 World Cup final in Johannesburg witnessed Ricky Ponting‘s authoritative innings against India. The right-handed batter’s unbeaten 140 off 121 balls was a masterclass in batting, steering the Aussies to another World Cup title.

5. Adam Gilchrist – 149 vs Sri Lanka: ODI World Cup 2007 final

In the 2007 ODI World Cup final in Bridgetown, Adam Gilchrist provided a display of aggressive batting rarely seen in a World Cup final. His explosive knock of 149 off 104 balls played a pivotal role in Australia’s comprehensive victory over Sri Lanka.

6. Mahela Jayawardene – 103 vs India: ODI World Cup 2011

Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardene graced the 2011 World Cup final at Wankhede with a sublime century against India. His composed innings of 103 off 88 balls may have been in a losing cause, but it remains a testament to Jayawardene’s class and elegance.

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7. Travis Head – 137 vs India: ODI World Cup 2023

Fast-forwarding to the most recent ODI World Cup in 2023, Australia’s Travis Head joined the elite club of century-makers in World Cup finals. His remarkable knock of 137 runs in 120 balls in Ahmedabad helped Australia clinch their sixth ODI World Cup title, marking a fitting end to a tour??nament full of cricketing brilliance.

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The stage is set for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, and India is poised to host this prestigious event after a hiatus of twelve years. India’s last stint as the host of an ICC event was in 2011, a year that holds special significance as they not only hosted but also clinched their second championship by emerging victorious in the tournament.

The 2011 triumph also marked India’s second title win in the history of the ODI World Cup, with their first victory dating back to 1983 when legendary Kapil Dev led the team to their maiden title.

Despite the euphoria that followed their 2011 victory, India’s subsequent campaigns failed to yield additional titles, leaving their trophy cabinet longing for more silverware. On the other hand, Australia have established itself as a dominant force in the history of the ODI World Cup, boasting an impressive record of five titles to their name. Two of these championships came under the leadership of the legendary Ricky Ponting.

As far as the winners of the inaugural edition of the World Cup, West Indies are concerned, although they managed to secure another title in a subsequent edition but have been unable to capture the championship since their 1979 triumph. Meanwhile, among the other cricketing nations, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and England have each tasted ODI Wo??rld Cup glory once in the cricketing history.

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List of ODI World Cup Winning Captains, Man of the Match in Final and Player of the Series

As the 13th edition of the World Cup approaches now, cricket enthusiasts around the globe are buzzing with excitement and are curious to know the records and statistics of the prestigious event. On that note, here is a complete list of all the World Cup-winning teams, their captains, the Players of the Match in the final showdowns, and the Players of the Series who have left an indelible mark on cricket’s grandest stage.

2019: England

• Captain: Eoin Morgan
• Man of the Match in Final: Ben Stokes
• Player of the Tournament: Kane Williamson (New Zealand)

2015: Australia

• Captain: Michael Clarke
• Man of the Match in Final: James Faulkner
• Player of the Tournament: Mitchell Starc (Australia)

2011: India

• Captain: MS Dhoni
• Man of the Match in Final: MS Dhoni
• Player of the Tournament: Yuvraj Singh (India)

2007: Australia

• Captain: Ricky Ponting
• Man of the Match in Final: Adam Gilchrist
• Player of the Tournament: Glenn McGrath (Australia)

2003: Australia

• Captain: Ricky Ponting
• Man of the Match in Final: Ricky Ponting
• Player of the Tournament: Sachin Tendulkar (India)

1999: Australia

• Captain: Steve Waugh
• Man of the Match in Final: Shane Warne
• Player of the Tournament: Lance Klusener (South Africa)

1996: Sri Lanka

• Captain: Arjuna Ranatunga
• Man of the Match in Final: Aravinda de Silva
• Player of the Tournament: Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka)

1992: Pakistan

• Captain: Imran Khan
• Man of the Match in Final: Wasim Akram
• Player of the Tournament: Martin Crowe (Australia)

1987: Australia

• Captain: Alan Border
• Man of the Match in Final: David Boon
• Player of the Tournament: NA

1983: India

• Captain: Kapil Dev
• Man of the Match in Final: Mohinder Amarnath
• Player of the Tournament: NA

1979: West Indies

• Captain: Clive Lloyd
• Man of the Match in Final: Viv Richards
• Player of the Tournament: NA

1975: West Indies

• Captain: Clive Lloyd
• Man of the Match in Final: Clive Lloyd
• Player of the Tournament: NA

NA: Not Assigned *

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