ODI World Cup: At 37, Virat Kohli’s bat has spoken louder than ever, drowning out any debate about his ability to play cricket that has surrounded him in recent months. With back-to-back hundreds—135 in Ranchi and 102 in Raipur—against South Africa, the former India captain has delivered a resounding reminder of his enduring class and competitive fire.
For a player whose every high and low becomes a national talking point, these knocks could not have come at a more pivotal moment.
Not too long ago, social media was buzzing with questions: Should Kohli play the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup? Is age catching up? Is it time for India to plan beyond him? Critics pointed to a quiet patch; supporters pointed to more than a decade of unmatched consistency. Kohli has now provided his own emphatic reply—one not given in words, but authored through flawlessly crafted centuries.