Virat Kohli once again proved why he is the backbone of Indian cricket, delivering a match-winning century against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025. His unbeaten 100 off 111 balls anchored India’s six-wicket victory, drawing praise from top BCCI and IPL officials for his unmatched ability to handle pressure.
“Nobody Handles Pressure Like Kohli” – BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla
Anurag Thakur, former Sports Minister and ex-BCCI President, hailed Kohli’s composure, saying:
“Virat Kohli has shown how to handle pressure and play for the country. His outstanding innings won many hearts and the match for India.”
“He never played for personal milestones. His only goal was to take India to victory.”
BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla emphasized Kohli’s stabilizing presence in the team:
“Kohli’s century was simply fabulous. The way he anchored the innings, nobody else could have done it.”
“Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer also played brilliantly, showing India is in top form ahead of the finals.”
“IPL Has Shaped Indian Cricket’s Dominance” – IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal
IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal credited Kohli’s growth and India’s rising dominance to the IPL:
“The entire country was waiting for Kohli’s century. Watching him play today was a delight.”
“IPL has played a major role in shaping India’s cricketing success. Look at our bench strength – it’s unparalleled.”
“Not just India, but world cricket has transformed due to IPL, attracting a fresh global audience.”
A Century That Sealed the Victory
Key Highlights of Kohli’s Knock:
Runs: 100* off 111 balls
Fours: 7
Partnerships:
With Shubman Gill (46) – crucial opening stability
With Shreyas Iyer (56) – match-winning partnership
Match Result: India won by 6 wickets with 45 balls to spare
With India storming into the semifinals, Kohli’s brilliance and team unity make them a strong contender for the title.
