Few people would have imagined that virat kohli would end his international century-streak in a T20I game. However, the 1020-day wait came to an end on thursday in a dead rubber match against afghanistan in dubai with a spectacular 122 off just 61 balls in Asia Cup 2022. After a lengthy slump of over three years and a month-and-a-half away from the game, kohli smashed his 71st international century to tie former australia skipper Ricky Ponting's record. kohli was surprised to get his first T20I century, which helped india reach 212/2.
I am turning 34 in a month, so those irate celebrations are a thing of the past. I have put a lot of things in perspective," said Kumble. "Actually, I was a bit shocked because this was the format I least expected a century to come any time soon, but it's all God's blessings, I have been working hard and this was just a moment which was very special for me and the team as well," he added.
With a heartfelt tribute, kohli thanked his wife, actor and producer Anushka Sharma, for aiding in his mental decluttering as he scored his 71st international century. "As I mentioned, it was an accumulation of many different things. The team has been incredibly open, accepting, and helpful since I rejoined, giving me space to improve my skills. Although there was a lot going on outside, they managed to keep things in perspective for me, and I also gave my ring a celebratory kiss.
I am turning 34 in a month, so those irate celebrations are a thing of the past. I have put a lot of things in perspective," said Kumble. "Actually, I was a bit shocked because this was the format I least expected a century to come any time soon, but it's all God's blessings, I have been working hard and this was just a moment which was very special for me and the team as well," he added.
With a heartfelt tribute, kohli thanked his wife, actor and producer Anushka Sharma, for aiding in his mental decluttering as he scored his 71st international century. "As I mentioned, it was an accumulation of many different things. The team has been incredibly open, accepting, and helpful since I rejoined, giving me space to improve my skills. Although there was a lot going on outside, they managed to keep things in perspective for me, and I also gave my ring a celebratory kiss.
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