'You Know You're G.O.A.T.': Broadcaster Tells Virat Kohli. Star's Response Is Viral

05.11.2023 - 14:51 sports.ndtv.com

Virat Kohli admitted that he does not see himself as the 'G.O.A.T' (greatest of all time) in the game, despite boasting incredible numbers in international cricket.

Kohli on Sunday equalled legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar's record of 49 centuries in ODIs. Kohli achieved the feat during India's Cricket World Cup match against South Africa at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Kohli, who celebrated his 35th birthday on Sunday, November 5, has insisted that he is not the "greatest" in the game. "You know you're a G.O.A.T?" the host asked during a chat on Star Sports. "Nah yaar, I'm not that G.O.A.T and all.

I'm not the greatest," the former India captain replied. Kohli hit an unbeaten 101 as India piled up a strong total of 326/5 against South Africa.

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