At the Dubai International Stadium, India secured a dominant win over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Contrary to the expected high-intensity fight, the game became a one-sided affair with India easily outpacing their opposition. Although their team was in difficulty, fans in Pakistan had little to celebrate; their devotion to cricket glowed in their cheering of Virat Kohli’s brilliant 100.
Kohli’s Masterclass Thrills Pakistan Supporters
Fans saw a classic Virat Kohli show as he scored his 51st worldwide hundred in pursuit of a small target of 242. India’s six wickets win depended very much upon his magnificent innings. The enormous resonance of Kohli in Pakistan was demonstrated by fans over the border who exploded in jubilation when he hit the landmark. Acknowledging the genius of the batting master, they cheered for his outstanding performance notwithstanding their team’s defeat.
Kohli’s Record-Breaking Performance Over Pakistan
Virat Kohli destroyed many records in his extraordinary innings. Surpassing Sachin Tendulkar (321 runs) and Rohit Sharma(370 runs), he became the second cricketer ever to score more than 400 runs against Pakistan in ICC ODI competitions.
Kohli also the single player to have hundreds against Pakistan in three different international championships including five or more teams. The 2015 ODI World Cup and the 2012 and 2023 Asia Cups cover his past tons. Furthermore establishing his control over Pakistan in major cricket events, this latest century helped.
Kohli’s Unprecedented Player of the Match Record
Kohli was awarded Man of the Match for his excellent knock—his fifth against Pakistan in ICC events. His performance against archrivals Pakistan underscores his consistency and domination: no other player ever obtained more than three POTM awards against a particular team in ICC events.
Virat Kohli’s hundred not only propelled India to victory but also once more showed that cricket knows no limits; his ability is admired everywhere.