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Virat Kohli walked back for zero in his international return—and now faces a record-loaded must-perform game. With critics circling and history within reach, the pressure at Adelaide is sky-high.
Just 68 runs separate Kohli from overtaking Sachin Tendulkar’s white-ball run tally. One solid innings could crown him king—but anything less might renew doubts about his World Cup 2027 future.
Once Kohli’s fortress, Adelaide now holds everything he needs—records, redemption, and relevance. But with the spotlight burning and pace threats looming, can lightning strike again?
A century here won’t just be another ton—it’ll be Kohli’s 52nd in a single format, dethroning Sachin’s all-time record. One hundred runs could redraw cricket history.
He’s on the edge of a rare six-ton milestone at Adelaide Oval. No visiting batter has done it. Kohli already owns five—but will nerves, pressure, and age steal the sixth?
Kohli’s 29 away centuries already tie Sachin’s legendary mark. One more in Adelaide, and he becomes the most prolific visiting century-maker in cricket history. No second chances.
Kohli needs just 49 more runs to hit 2500 ODI runs vs Australia in under 50 innings. No one’s done it. The rivalry is personal. The record is tantalizingly close.
Selectors are watching closely. Kohli’s form, not fame, will determine his World Cup 2027 fate. A flop here won’t just be bad press—it could be a career pivot point.
From the edge of irrelevance to the cusp of immortality, Kohli’s next innings could define his legacy. All eyes on Adelaide—because 68 runs could rewrite everything.