[Watch] Shoaib Akhtar Declares Virat Kohli the 'Greatest Batsman Of This Era'

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Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar lauded India's batting maestro, Virat Kohli, during the ILT20 in the UAE. As Kohli achieved the milestone of 50 centuries in One-Day Internationals, Akhtar couldn't resist expressing his admiration for the Indian cricket icon.

Speaking from his role as a brand ambassador and commentator at the International League T20 season two, Akhtar showered accolades on Kohli, hailing him as the premier batsman of the modern era.

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"Virat is Virat. He is the greatest batsman of this era. Both eras cannot be compared. Hats off to him. I want him to get a hundred centuries." 

The comparison between Kohli and Tendulkar is inevitable, given their standing as two of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. Kohli's unparalleled consistency and the Indian team's reliance on his batting prowess have drawn parallels with the iconic Sachin. 

In an illustrious career spanning 522 international matches, Kohli has amassed a staggering 26,733 runs at an impressive average of 54.11, including 80 centuries and 139 half-centuries. Notably, he holds the distinction of being the first player to achieve the remarkable feat of 50 ODI centuries.

Sachin Tendulkar, with a prolific career encompassing 664 international matches, amassed 34,357 runs at an average of 48.52. The cricketing legend notched up an incredible 100 centuries and 164 half-centuries.