Virat Kohli Smashes His 84th International Century: Can He Reach 100 Centuries by 2027 World Cup?

Virat Kohli has struck his 84th international century in the second ODI against South Africa, reigniting discussions about whether the modern-day great can reach the historic milestone of 100 international centuries by the 2027 World Cup. His form, fitness, and hunger continue to amaze fans and experts worldwide.

Virat Kohli Completes 84 International Centuries

Virat Kohli 84th Century IND vs SA 2nd ODI:
After showcasing his dominance with the bat in Ranchi, the King of ODI cricket once again stole the spotlight in Raipur by smashing another brilliant century, winning the hearts of millions of fans across the world. Kohli scored his 53rd ODI and 84th international century with 7 fours and 2 sixes off 90 balls.

Debate Heats Up Over ‘Century of Centuries’

Run machine in Sydney, century machine in Ranchi, ton machine in Raipur — that’s the signature style of King Kohli. After completing his 52nd ODI and 83rd international hundred in Ranchi, the star batter unleashed another century storm in Raipur to reach his 84th international century.

Just two months ago, critics were questioning his ODI future. Now, discussions are on whether he can reach the massive milestone of 100 international centuries by the 2027 World Cup — equaling Sachin Tendulkar’s iconic record.

“Scoring Runs Is As Easy As Making Tea”

After Kohli’s Ranchi century, Virender Sehwag wrote, “Virat has shown once again that scoring runs is as easy for him as it is for us to make tea. Kohli is not chasing records, records are chasing Kohli. The hunger is still the same, the passion is still the same. The King will always remain King!”

How Far Is the King From a Century of Centuries?

The 37-year-old now has 84 centuries to his name and currently plays only the ODI format. From now until the 2027 ODI World Cup, he is expected to play around 40–50 ODIs.

So far, Kohli scores one century every 5.6 matches in ODIs. At this rate, he is on track to comfortably reach the high 90s in terms of centuries.

Kohli Keeps Getting Better Every Day

Virat maintains his fitness like a 20-year-old athlete, works extra hard in the nets, and continues to fine-tune even the smallest aspects of his game. He played his first ODI in Dambulla, opening with Gautam Gambhir and scoring 12 runs.

His biggest strength is that he still learns like a child. Former Indian cricketer and batting coach Sanjay Bangar told STAR SPORTS before the match:
“He is extremely hungry for runs. Even on the optional practice day, he came to the nets and worked hard. He looks in a very good space.”

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar said on STAR SPORTS:
“Great players always train hard regardless of their form. You’ll rarely see Virat playing reverse sweep or scoop shots. He sticks to proper cricketing shots, which is why he makes fewer mistakes.”

Before the match, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan also said,
“He has improved his technique, he is playing his shots in the ‘V’. Virat is in tremendous form.”

Will Sachin’s Prediction Come True?

Gautam Gambhir is now a coach, while Virat and Rohit are India’s biggest superstars. Kohli’s magic continues to inspire the cricketing world. Long before this debate, Sachin Tendulkar had already predicted Kohli’s potential to reach a century of centuries. Fans around the globe now hope to see that prediction come true.