3 Records Virat Kohli Can Break In World Cup Match Vs Pakistan

image-lnogej1kVirat Kohli is in sublime touch [AP]

The excitement of cricket fans will reach new heights on Saturday as arch-rivals India and Pakistan will cross swords against each other in match 12 of the ICC World Cup 2023. Although both teams have formidable lineups, the eyes will be on marquee players, particularly Virat Kohli and Babar Azam. 

Regarding Kohli, the Indian stalwart has had two exceptional outings in the tournament and would like to sustain his dream run in the tournament. Fondly called as the King, Kohli has the opportunity to attain several milestones in this game as mentioned below. 


Most runs for India vs Pakistan in World Cups

Hailed for his incredible consistency, Virat Kohli has amassed 193 runs against Pakistan in ODI World Cups. He got out cheaply in the 2011 semi final in Mohali, but bounced back remarkably in the next two editions, helping India emerge victorious in both games. 

Thus, he needs 121 more runs to go past Sachin Tendulkar's tally of 313 runs to become the most successful Indian batter against the arch-rivals in the World Cup history. 


Most 50+ scores vs Pakistan in ODI World Cups

image-lnoggqosKohli has two 50+ scores vs Pakistan in WCs [AP]

Currently, legendary batters Sachin Tendulkar and Vivian Richards have recorded three scores of fifty runs or more against Pakistan in ODI World Cups. 

So, Kohli, who has a hundred and a fifty, needs another half-century to join the elite list and become the batter with the most fifty-plus scores against the Men in Green in the mega event. 


Highest individual score vs Pakistan in World Cups

Legendary Australian cricketer Andrew Symonds holds the record for the highest individual score of 143* against Pakistan in World Cups. So, if Kohli plays an all-timer and hammers 144 tomorrow, he will achieve the prestigious landmark surpassing the Aussie great. If it happens, he will also become the batter with the highest personal score against Pakistan in ODI World Cups, surpassing Rohit Sharma's 140.