Kohli vs Sachin: A Battle of ODI Greats – Breaking Records & Setting Milestones

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Kohli vs Sachin: A Battle of ODI Greats – Breaking Records & Setting Milestones

Introduction

Indian cricket has been blessed with the two greatest batsmen of all time—Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. Both have dominated one-day international (ODI) in generations, establishing benchmarks that define excellence in batting. Let's break their record-breaking achievements and compare their stunning numbers.

Virat Kohli vs Sachin Tendulkar—ODI Records

         Stats                           Virat Kohli                        Sachin Tendulkar
ODI Centuries                          51                                       49
ODI Fifties                            73                                          96
Total Runs                            13,000+                          18,426
Batting Average                      57+                                  44.83
Strike Rate                                93+                                  86.23

Kohli's record-breaking feat-faster 50+ ODI centuries


Virat Kohli's incredible journey in Odi's reached a historic milestone when he crossed Sachin Tendulkar's 49 centuries of record. Kohli, known for her association and chase-master skills, acquired 51 ODI tons, making her the first player to dissolve her 50-century mark in Odi's.

The fastest 50 ODI's—Kohli completed it in fewer innings than Tendulkar, showing the dominance of his modern day.
More 50+ scores (124) than Sachin (122): Kohli's ability to convert to larger scores begins; it is unique.
The top ODi speaks about Kohli's hunger for the run, maintaining an average of 57 in the average-ODI between ODI run-scores.

Sachin Tendulkar, Leader of greatness


Sachin Tendulkar set the foundation for batting greatness with a recording that looked unwavering. While Kohli may have surpassed some of them, Sachin's longevity and influence remain unmatched.

The highest ODI run (18,426)—a mountain of runs that are still long in ODI history.
In Odis (200), for the first time, double century*—high target for billets to open doors.
96 Od fifty—proving your ability to anchor innings.

Who is the tallest?


The debate between Kohli and Sachin will continue for generations. While Sachin dominated the golden era of cricket with his technology and longevity, Kohli has redefined the chase and adaptability in modern cricket.

Sachin was the master of all formats before changing the T20 game.
Kohli is the last chaser and modern ODE Mestro.
Even though it is a better player, Indian cricket is lucky that both legends have been seen to make history.

conclusion


Virat Kohli's 51 centuries and 73 fifties have taken him to the rear of Sachin in several aspects of OD cricket, but the "God of Cricket" remains an irreparable icon. The records will break, but legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli will remain in the hearts of cricket fans forever.