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Virat Kohli is widely celebrated for his exceptional chasing abilities in cricket, often pulling off thrilling finishes under pressure. Here are five of his most memorable chases:
1. India vs Sri Lanka – Hobart, 2012 (CB Series)
Score: 133* off 86 balls
Target: 321 in 40 overs
Context: India needed to win within 40 overs to stay in contention for the CB Series finals. Kohli’s quick-fire century helped India chase down 321 in just 36.4 overs, sealing the match and boosting India’s net run rate.
2. India vs Pakistan – Dhaka, 2012 (Asia Cup)
Score: 183 off 148 balls
Target: 330
Context: Chasing 330, Kohli produced a masterclass in Dhaka, smashing 22 fours and a six to lead India to a six-wicket win, making it one of the highest individual scores against Pakistan in ODIs.
3. India vs Australia – Mohali, 2016 (T20 World Cup)
Score: 82* off 51 balls
Target: 161
Context: In a do-or-die situation, Kohli’s unbeaten 82 helped India chase down 161 against a strong Australian side with just five balls remaining, keeping India’s hopes alive in the T20 World Cup.
4. India vs West Indies – Port of Spain, 2009 (ODI Series)
Score: 102* off 83 balls
Target: 255
Context: Kohli, then a rising star, hit a composed century to guide India to a successful chase of 255 in the fourth ODI, announcing his arrival as a dependable chaser.
5. India vs Australia – Jaipur, 2013 (ODI Series)
Score: 100* off 52 balls
Target: 360
Context: Chasing a massive 360, Kohli’s century came off just 52 balls, the fastest by an Indian at that time, as India completed a stunning chase in just 43.3 overs with nine wickets to spare.
These innings underscore Kohli’s brilliance under pressure, especially when chasing large totals, which has earned him the reputation of one of cricket’s best chasers.
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