India Vs New Zealand: Sachin Tendulkar Congratulates Virat Kohli On Breaking His ODI Century Record (Image: twitter.com/sachin_rt)
Mumbai, India – Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Virat Kohli for surpassing his record of the most ODI centuries in cricket. Virat Kohli achieved this remarkable feat during India”s semi-final match against New Zealand in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup in Mumbai”s Wankhede stadium.
Tendulkar fondly recalled his first encounter with Kohli in the Indian dressing room, where the young prodigy was pranked by his teammates into touching Tendulkar”s feet. “I couldn”t stop laughing that day,” Tendulkar reminisced. “But soon, you touched my heart with your passion and skill.”
The Master Blaster expressed immense pride in witnessing Kohli”s growth and transformation into a world-class player. “I am so happy that that young boy has grown into a “Virat” player,” Tendulkar remarked with admiration.
Tendulkar further emphasized his joy in seeing an Indian cricketer claim the record for the most ODI centuries. “I couldn”t be happier that an Indian broke my record,” he asserted. “And to do it on the biggest stage – in the World Cup Semi-final – and at my home ground is the icing on the cake.”
The first time I met you in the Indian dressing room, you were pranked by other teammates into touching my feet. I couldn’t stop laughing that day. But soon, you touched my heart with your passion and skill. I am so happy that that young boy has grown into a ‘Virat’ player.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) November 15, 2023
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded Virat Kohli”s historic feat of achieving his 50th ODI century, hailing it as an embodiment of excellence and perseverance in sportsmanship.
In a heartfelt message, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his admiration for Kohli”s unwavering dedication and exceptional talent. “Today, Virat Kohli has not just scored his 50th ODI century but has also exemplified the spirit of excellence and perseverance that defines the best of sportsmanship,” Modi stated.
The Prime Minister commended Kohli”s remarkable milestone, recognizing it as a testament to his unwavering commitment to his craft. “This remarkable milestone is a testament to his enduring dedication and exceptional talent,” Modi asserted.
Modi extended his heartfelt congratulations to Kohli, expressing his hope that he will continue to inspire future generations of cricketers. “I extend heartfelt congratulations to him. May he continue setting a benchmark for future generations,” Modi concluded.
