With a majestic 135 in Ranchi, Virat Kohli climbs above Shubman Gill — and inches closer to Rohit Sharma’s ODI crown.
Virat Kohli showcased his unmatched class yet again with a breathtaking 135-run innings in Ranchi during the ODI clash against South Africa. His masterful knock not only guided India to an important win but also boosted him in the latest ICC ODI batting rankings, allowing him to surpass Shubman Gill.
A Ranking Shake-Up
Kohli’s innings carried immense weight in terms of points, pushing him to 4th place in the ICC ODI rankings. This shift puts him within touching distance of Rohit Sharma’s No. 1 spot, intensifying the competition among India’s top batters.
Why This Knock Matters
At 37, Kohli continues to dominate the cricketing world with discipline, experience and unmatched consistency. His hundred in Ranchi reaffirmed his place as a pillar in India’s limited-overs cricket. Fans hailed it as a classic Kohli chase-mode innings.
What It Means for Gill
Shubman Gill, previously ahead of Kohli, now moves down a spot. This highlights how dynamic the system is — consistency is everything.
The Road Ahead
With more ODIs in the pipeline, Kohli will be eyeing the No. 1 ranking. Cricket fans are now eagerly waiting to see whether the veteran can reclaim the top spot in ODI batting — a place he once ruled for years.
