[Watch] Virat Kohli Slams First Fifty Against New Zealand In World Cup

Virat Kohli plays a shot [AP]

Virat Kohli, the batting maestro of the Indian cricket team, has finally achieved a significant milestone by scoring his first fifty against New Zealand in the ongoing World Cup 2023. Kohli had previously faced the Kiwis two times, but in 2019, he managed to score just 1 run against them. However, on the 21st of October, in the 21st match of the World Cup, the 34-year-old batter delivered a powerful performance against the Blackcaps at the HPCA stadium.

The remarkable fifty arrived in the 33rd over of the match. Kohli displayed tremendous composure and solidity at the crease, taking 60 balls to reach his half-century.

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Watch - Virat Kohli hits fifty against New Zealand

As of the time of writing, India stands at 182 for 3 in 32 overs, with Virat Kohli and SuryaKumar Yadav at the crease, scoring 51* and 2* respectively. 

The Indian team is currently in pursuit of a target of 274 runs set by New Zealand, requiring 92 runs from 107 balls to secure victory.

The cricketing world eagerly awaits Kohli's further contributions in this World Cup, as his remarkable achievement against New Zealand adds a significant chapter to his illustrious career. 

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