Virat Kohli is set for his 300th ODI on Sunday in the latest landmark for the Indian batting great after silencing doubts over his form and future with a match-winning Champions Trophy century. "For a player of his calibre it was about time that he scores that big century and a match-winning century.

When MS Dhoni was asked about his message to Virat Kohli after the latter quit as India's Test captain in January 2022, he said: “It's deja vu…”

Virat Kohli went on to establish himself once again as a global icon with his hundred against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy. India Today caught up with a few cricket fans in Lahore, Pakistan who revealed their admiration and love for the Indian star.

Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer believes Virat Kohli has the potential to surpass Sachin Tendulkar's record of 100 international centuries, crediting his current form and fitness. Jaffer and former South Africa opener Herschelle Gibbs both emphasize Kohli's remaining years in cricket and laud Shubman Gill as a rising star in Indian cricket.

New Zealand`s Michael Bracewell heaped praises on Team India stalwart Virat Kohli, who is on the verge of adding yet another milestone to his illustrious career. Team India is set to lock horns with New Zealand in their next Champions Trophy 2025 match.

Virat Kohli will once again take a lead role when India take on New Zealand in their last Champions Trophy group-stage game. The Men In Blue have already sealed a place in the semifinals and will be adamant to maintain a 100 percent record in the marquee ICC event.