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Ajinkya Rahane "Will Have To Make Runs" To Keep Team India Place: Ex-India Opener

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer feels incumbent vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane will have to consistently score runs to remain in the Test reckoning. Rahane, 35, returned to the Indian Test team on the back of an impressive IPL this year and made a strong impression in the World Test Championship final against Australia earlier this year. However, he has flopped twice with the bat which has raised questions about his consistency once again.

Watch: The Moment Virat Kohli Equalled Don Bradman With Terrific Ton vs West Indies

Virat Kohli climbed yet another peak in international cricket as he became the first player to score a ton in his 500th international match. The former Indian cricket team captain achieved the feat on the second day of the second Test against West Indies in Trinidad. It was Kohli's 76th international ton, and his first overseas Test ton since 2018. Kohli now has 29 international tons, equalling the record of the Australian legend Don Bradman. Also, Kohli now has the most number of international tons in 500 matches, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar, who scored 75 international tons in his first 500 international matches.

India vs WI: Virat Kohli Ends Long Wait For Overseas Test Ton, Surpasses Sachin Tendulkar For World Record Mark In 500th Match

Virat Kohli can't stop getting to new highs it seems. Playing his 500th international match, the former Indian cricket team captain made the occasion extra special by scoring his 76th international ton and his 29th Test ton. This is Kohli's first hundred in an overseas Test since December, 2018. That, the long wait came to an end in his milestone match, which is also the 100th Test between India and West Indies, made the feat memorable. Also, Kohli now has the most number of international tons in 500 matches, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar, who scored 75 international tons in his first 500 international matches.

Watch: "Obsessed With My Milestones?", Virat Kohli Engages In Intriguing Chat With Windies Star

Even on the cricket field, Virat Kohli reamins surrounded by fans. While a number of Indian cricketers idolise the iconic batter, even the opponent team's players respect what Kohli has done in international cricket over the years. As India took on West Indies in the second Test of the series, Kohli had an intriguing chat with the hosts' wicket-keeper batter about his 'milestones'. The conversation unfolded in a manner that suggested that even De Silva, the opponent team's wicket-keeper, wants the India stalwart to reach the triple-digit score.

"Of Course, I Am Disappointed": Yashasvi Jaiswal Exemplifies Elite Mentality After 74-ball 57

Yashasvi Jaiswal excelling at the top of the batting order with Rohit Sharma in his debut Test series in the Caribbean has been a revelation and the youngster credits it to the continuous interaction with the India skipper when they are at the crease together. Jaiswal had shared a 229-run opening-wicket stand with Rohit in the first Test at Dominica, while in the ongoing second Test here, the two again gave India a strong start with a 139-run partnership.

Watch: In 500th International Match, Virat Kohli Mesmerises Fans With Trademark Cover Drive

One of the greatest batters of all time and arguably the finest of his era, Virat Kohli is a name that needs no introduction. As the lynchpin of the Indian batting unit entered his 500th international match -- in the second Test between India and West Indies -- a strong buzz emerged on social media among fans and former cricketers. The illustrious milestone, achieved by only a handful of players in world cricket, saw Kohli remain unbeaten on 87 at the end of the first day's play. During the course of his stay on Day 1, Virat his some sumptuous shots, but nothing topped his trademark cover drive.

Watch: "Stealing Doubles Since...", Stump Mic Catches Virat Kohli's Alpha Moment

There's no messing with Virat Kohli. The Indian cricket icon isn't someone who takes taunts and barbs lightly from the opposition. On the tour of West Indies, Kohli didn't just decimate the hosts' bowlers with his exquisite boundary-hitting technique but also frustrated them by running quick doubles between the wickets. In what seemed like an effort from a Windies player to unnerve him, Kohli's alpha avatar peaked as he responded saying, "I have been stealing doubles since 2012". The comments were caught on stump-mic.

Virat Kohli Enters 'Elite Top 5' In International Cricket, Leaves Behind South Africa Legend

Star India batter Virat Kohli on Friday surpassed South Africa's Jacques Kallis to become the fifth-highest run-scorer in international cricket history. Kohli achieved this upward movement in the batting charts during India's second Test against West Indies at Port of Spain. On the first day of the match, which is also his 500th international game, Virat ended unbeaten on 87 in 161 balls. His knocks included eight boundaries. The second day of the match could see Virat smashing his 76th international century and delivering the 'Kohli Special' fans have been waiting for.

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Ajinkya Rahane "Will Have To Make Runs" To Keep Team India Place: Ex-India Opener

Watch: The Moment Virat Kohli Equalled Don Bradman With Terrific Ton vs West Indies

India vs WI: Virat Kohli Ends Long Wait For Overseas Test Ton, Surpasses Sachin Tendulkar For World Record Mark In 500th Match

Watch: "Obsessed With My Milestones?", Virat Kohli Engages In Intriguing Chat With Windies Star

"Of Course, I Am Disappointed": Yashasvi Jaiswal Exemplifies Elite Mentality After 74-ball 57

Watch: In 500th International Match, Virat Kohli Mesmerises Fans With Trademark Cover Drive

Watch: "Stealing Doubles Since...", Stump Mic Catches Virat Kohli's Alpha Moment

Virat Kohli Enters 'Elite Top 5' In International Cricket, Leaves Behind South Africa Legend