Virat Kohli’s Best Performances in ICC Tournaments

Virat Kohli, one of the most outstanding contemporary batsmen has been showcasing a high level of successful participation in ICC tournaments. His capability to play well under pressure as well as lead from the front has been instrumental to India’s success at the world stage. Let’s look at some of the best performances by Kohli in ICC tournaments which have made him an iconic player.

1. 183 vs. Pakistan (Asia Cup, 2012)

One of his most unforgettable innings was against Pakistan during the 2012 Asia Cup. Virat played a scintillating knock of 148 balls and scored 183 runs while chasing a challenging target of 330 runs. In this knock he showed how one should chase a total, and he helped his team dismantle Pakistani bowlers to win convincingly.

2. 82* vs. Australia (T20 World Cup, 2016)

In a vital Super-10 encounter with Australia during T20 World Cup of 2016, Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten inning that lasted for up to 82 runs off just fifty-one balls. The way he batted calmly and aggressively ensured that India is able to reach their score and go through to the semi-finals by defeating Bangladesh with ease; it is considered as one among the best innings ever played in T20 cricket.

3. 107 vs. Pakistan (ICC World Cup, 2015)

Kohli smashed a superb hundred (107) against Pakistan during ICC Cricket World Cup match held in Adelaide Oval on February, , . The Indian skipper set-up a total score of about three hundred when batting first; this was too much for his opponents who only managed two hundred forty six runs before they were all out for twenty over fifty overs’. By reaching three figures Kohli continued maintaining unbeaten record against neighbor team known to be star-studded since world cup started.

4.136 vs Bangladesh (ICC Champions Trophy, 2017)

In the semis of ICC Champions Trophy of 2017 Kohli scored an unbeaten 96 against Bangladesh. With his innings, India chased down the target of 265 runs to enter into the final. In this crucial victory, Kohli remained calm under pressure.

5.72* vs South Africa (T20 World Cup, 2014)

His unbeaten knock of 72 off only forty-four balls helped his team chase down a total of one hundred and seventy-three in the semi-final match played during ICC Twenty20 World Cup in , . This was a perfect mix-up aggression and finesse batting which led India into the finals.

6.77 vs Sri Lanka (ICC World Cup, 2011)

Kohli played a pivotal role in the last chapter of Sri Lanka’s involvement in world cup that occurred on Aprile , twenty eleven. He remained unbeaten with thirty-five runs and provided stability to Indian batting line after an early collapse; it was not just about big scores but partnership between him and Gambhir ultimately enabled our country lift its second ever ODI title at Wankhede Stadium Mumbai.

7.96 vs Bangladesh (ICC World Cup, 2019)

During the ICC Cricket World Cup game against Bangladesh that happened on July , , Kohli hit ninety-six runs for India which was instrumental in putting up a respectable total together with Dhawan’s hundred and fifty five thereby ensuring their side won comfortably since besides partnering well, he also managed to accelerate when necessary.

8.89* West Indies (ICC World T20, 2016)

The semifinal match between west indies and india featured one such performance by kohli where he scored eighty-nine unbeaten runs off forty-seven deliveries during Icc world t20 in two thousand sixteen showing great calmness while holding onto an inning towards end overs especially death stages even though team lost because it was very classy controlled knock all around.

9.72 Pakistan (ICC World T20, 2012)

Kohli played a match winning inning of 72 runs from 44 balls against Pakistan in ICC world T20 championship, . By knocking their opponents out with ease due to his aggressive batting, he showed that he could perform under pressure against arch-rivals

Runs	Opponent	Tournament	Year	Match Impact
183	Pakistan	Asia Cup	2012	Masterclass in chasing
82*	Australia	T20 World Cup	2016	Secured semi-final spot
107	Pakistan	ICC World Cup	2015	Maintained unbeaten World Cup record
96*	Bangladesh	ICC Champions Trophy	2017	Secured spot in final
72*	South Africa	T20 World Cup	2014	Led India to the final
35	Sri Lanka	ICC World Cup	2011	Stabilized innings in final
96	Bangladesh	ICC World Cup	2019	Contributed to competitive total
89*	West Indies	ICC World T20	2016	Anchored innings despite loss
72	Pakistan	ICC World T20	2012	Dominated arch-rivals
57	Australia	ICC World Cup	2019	Key contribution to challenging total

Virat Kohli’s best performances in ICC tournaments highlight his unmatched skill and determination. His ability to deliver in crucial moments has made him a cornerstone of Indian cricket. At Sky Exchange, we honor such extraordinary achievements and the inspiration they provide. Stay connected with Sky Exchange to explore more about Virat Kohli’s incredible journey and enjoy the thrill of cricket.