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He can't go bang-bang straight away: Gavaskar breaks down Kohli’s masterclass vs SA

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He Can't Go Bang-bang Straight Away: Gavaskar Breaks Down Kohli’s Masterclass Vs SA

By IANS News December 01, 2025 • 11:04 AM View: 550

New Delhi: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar has lauded Virat Kohli’s disciplined and calculated approach after the talismanic batter struck a match-winning century against South Africa in the first ODI in Ranchi.

Kohli was at his brilliant best as he blasted 135 from just 120 deliveries, his 52nd ODI century, on Sunday and in the process help India to a 17-run triumph and a 1-0 series lead in the three-game ODI series against the Proteas.

Reflecting on Kohli’s technique and temperament, Gavaskar said the India talisman succeeds because he understands his own game better than anyone else.

TAGS Legendary India Sunil Gavaskar Virat Kohli South Africa Rohit Sharma Shahid Afridi Sachin Tendulkar Rahul Dravid

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