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Virat Kohli Or Sachin Tendulkar? England Great Has The Perfect Answer To Tricky Question

There is no doubt that Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar are among the greatest cricketers. Though both of them are the players of different eras, the fans, cricket experts and former cricketers could not keep themselves away from comparing the two batting giants. Tendulkar kicked off his international cricket career in 1989 and concluded it in 2013, while Kohli made his debut for the senior men's cricket team in 2008 and continues to be a crucial pat of the team.

Joe Root's Ultimate Praise For "Greatest Chaser" Virat Kohli

England batter Joe Root named India's stalwart batter Virat Kohli as the "greatest chaser of all time" ahead of their upcoming clash in the World Cup on Sunday at Lucknow's Ekana stadium. England have failed to live up to their pre-tournament billing in the ongoing World Cup as they currently sit at the bottom of the table with two points. However, with their backs against the wall and faced with a do-or-die battle, the Three Lions will go all out to pull off a victory against the hosts. The defending champions hold a 4-3 lead over the Men in Blue in head-to-head encounters in ODI World Cups.

"Best Thing I Like About Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Is...": Babar Azam On His 'Favourite Batters'

Rivalries exist in every sport but it isn't often that fans see rivals respecting each other's game. Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam expressed his admiration for India's Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma while also hailing New Zealand's Kane Williamson as some of the top batters he admires. Babar, who himself is considered as one of the finest batters in the world, explained what he likes the most about superstars like Kohli, Rohit, and Williamson who have been serving their respective countries for a long time.

"Virat Kohli Will Slam His 50th Century Against...": Sunil Gavaskar's 'Savoury' Prediction For India Star

Star India batter Virat Kohli was one big hit away from equalling former teammate and batting great Sachin Tendulkar's record of most ODI centuries. However, Kohli, who was batting on 95, holed out in the deep during India's World Cup 2023 match against New Zealand in Dharamsala last week. So far, Kohli has scored 48 tons in the format, only one less than the 'Master Blaster'. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, however, has predicted that Kohli will break Tendulkar's during the match against South Africa in Kolkata on November 5.

"I Took 40 Balls To Get Off The Mark, Glenn Maxwell Hit A Ton": Sunil Gavaskar's Ultimate Tribute On Fiery Cricket World Cup Knock

Glenn Maxwell re-wrote history books on Wednesday as the Australian cricket team star slammed a century in 40 balls against Netherlands. No one has reached the triple figure in ODI Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 in lesser balls. Glenn Maxwell broke Aiden Markram's record of a 49-ball ton. The South African star had achieved the feat a few days ago at the Cricket World Cup 2023. Glenn Maxwell's innings was laden with eight sixes and nine fours. Maxwell reached the fifty run mark in 27 balls and then took just 13 more balls to reach the triple figure mark.

"Try To Work Towards Betterment": Virat Kohli Reveals His Success Mantra

Enjoying a good run of form in the ongoing World Cup, star India batter Virat Kohli says his motto has always been to chase betterment and not excellence. Kohli is currently India's highest run-scorer in the tournament, having made 354 runs in five outings at an average of 118.00, including a century and three half-centuries. "I have always worked on how I can better myself every day, every practice session, every year and every season. So, that is what has helped me play for this long and perform," Kohli told Star Sports.

"Let's Not Talk About Pakistan": Pace Legend's 'Rubbish Cricket' Remark On Babar Azam's Men

Legendary Pakistan fast bowler Waqar Younis was extremely critical of the Babar Azam-led side following their shock defeat against Afghanistan in the Cricket World Cup 2023 on Monday. Pakistan were completely outplayed by Afghanistan with fans and experts slamming their disappointing fielding effort. Following the match, Waqar said that Pakistan played 'rubbish cricket' against Afghanistan and slammed their multiple mistakes while fielding. "Let's not talk about Pakistan cricket. They played rubbish cricket. Afghanistan played some superb cricket," Waqar said on Star Sports.

"MS Dhoni Once Said...": Ravi Shastri Remembers India's 2011 World Cup Defeat To New Zealand

India's 2023 Cricket World Cup campaign is off to a flier, with Rohit Sharma's men winning the first four matches of the tournament. As India geared up for a high-profile match against New Zealand, a team they haven't beaten in an ICC event since 2003, former head coach Ravi Shastri recalled a saying by the legendary MS Dhoni. India last won the ODI World Cup 2011, where the team had lost just one match in the entire campaign, against New Zealand in the league stage.

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Virat Kohli Or Sachin Tendulkar? England Great Has The Perfect Answer To Tricky Question

Joe Root's Ultimate Praise For "Greatest Chaser" Virat Kohli

"Best Thing I Like About Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Is...": Babar Azam On His 'Favourite Batters'

"Virat Kohli Will Slam His 50th Century Against...": Sunil Gavaskar's 'Savoury' Prediction For India Star

"I Took 40 Balls To Get Off The Mark, Glenn Maxwell Hit A Ton": Sunil Gavaskar's Ultimate Tribute On Fiery Cricket World Cup Knock

"Try To Work Towards Betterment": Virat Kohli Reveals His Success Mantra

"Let's Not Talk About Pakistan": Pace Legend's 'Rubbish Cricket' Remark On Babar Azam's Men

"MS Dhoni Once Said...": Ravi Shastri Remembers India's 2011 World Cup Defeat To New Zealand