Virat Kohli Turns Back Time, Replays Iconic MCG Six Against South Africa
Virat Kohli turned back the clock with another brilliant performance in the IND vs SA second ODI in Raipur on Wednesday.
The 37-year-old star smashed his second consecutive century in the series, marking his 53rd ODI ton and reminding everyone why he is one of the greatest batters of all time.
KOHLI GOES DOWN THE GROUND, KOHLI GOES OUT OF THE GROUND😭🔥 pic.twitter.com/CoJwrd30Aw
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One moment from his knock stood out above all, a stunning six off Marco Jansen that instantly reminded fans of his unforgettable shot against Haris Rauf at the MCG during the 2022 T20 World Cup.
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In Raipur, Kohli charged down the track to Jansen but was beaten by a slower ball. Yet, with trademark timing and powerful wrists, he sent the ball soaring straight down the ground, drawing loud cheers from the crowd.
Greatest ever to play pull shot and its not even a debate . pic.twitter.com/MrE46QPlbv
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The shot had clear shades of Melbourne magic. Back then, with India needing 28 off 8 balls, Kohli had smashed Rauf for an iconic back-foot six straight over the bowler’s head, a moment etched in cricket history as India pulled off a thrilling win.
Though Wednesday’s situation wasn’t as intense as that night at the MCG, the quality of the stroke showed Kohli’s unmatched skill and his ability to create magic from nowhere.
