Virat Kohli begins 2027 ODI World Cup countdown with record-breaking century against West Indies
On the eve of the first ODI against the West Indies in the southern Indian city of Thiruvananthapuram, Indian batting great Virat Kohli said out loud what had only been discussed in hushed tones – that next year’s ODI World Cup will be his last. “It's the last World Cup I'm going to play for India, and that is my motivation – to leave everything out there,” Kohli , 37, told former India opener…
Virat Kohli reached his 25th century in successful One Day International chases, cementing his status as an essential player for India's 2027 ODI World Cup. This milestone comes after scoring 899 runs in his last 13 ODIs at an average of 89.90, including four centuries and five fifties. Kohli's recent unbeaten 139 against the West Indies further highlights his form heading into the World Cup.
At 37 years old, Kohli remains in peak form, averaging 143 while chasing and averaging 170 when his team wins while chasing. His focus on winning games and playing winning knocks in crucial moments has been evident throughout his career, including his match-winning centuries in the 2023 World Cup and the 2024 T20 finals. Kohli's determination to end his ODI career with a match-winning performance in the World Cup final underscores his commitment to achieving his dream, regardless of the outcome.
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