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[Watch] When Virat Kohli Smashed Maiden Century Against Afghanistan In T20I

image-lr6ap82oVirat Kohli vs Afganistan [Twitter]

Indian star player Virat Kohli silenced his critics and ended a century drought that lasted over a thousand days. The stage was set on September 8, 2022, in Dubai, where Kohli faced Afghanistan in an Asia Cup Super 4 match.

Having returned to Team India with an impressive run in the tournament, Kohli opened the innings alongside KL Rahul. The dynamic duo orchestrated a formidable 119-run partnership, with Kohli leading the charge. The Indian maestro played aggressively from the onset, reaching his half-century in just 32 deliveries.


As the middle overs unfolded, Kohli adapted his game, focusing on singles and doubles alongside Rishabh Pant. With Rahul and Suryakumar Yadav dismissed, Kohli shifted gears against Afghanistan's pacers, showcasing a masterclass in controlled aggression.

The climax arrived in the 19th over when Kohli, with a calculated six against Fareed Ahmed, not only secured his century but also marked his maiden T20I hundred. The Dubai Cricket Stadium erupted in applause as Kohli's unbeaten 122 off 61 deliveries included a staggering 12 fours and six powerful sixes.

This century not only ended Kohli's personal century drought but also brought him level with Australia's Ricky Ponting with 71 international centuries. The world witnessed a triumphant return to form for the former Indian captain, who hadn't tasted a century since November 2019.