{
  "id": 18105450,
  "title": "'Standing Ovation For The King!': Virat Kohli Smashes 74 Runs Off 51 Balls As Auckland Crowd Honours Him On Birthday Eve | Video",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/standing-ovation-for-the-king-virat-kohli-smashes-74-runs-off-51",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T10:21:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/standing-ovation-for-the-king-virat-kohli-smashes-74-runs-off-51-balls-as-auckland-crowd-honours-him-on-birthday-eve-video"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Virat Kohli dazzled cricket fans during the first ODI between India and New Zealand at Eden Park in Auckland on November 4. The Indian captain smashed 74 runs off just 51 balls, including 13 boundaries and one six. Kohli maintained his trademark strokeplay and attacking intent throughout his innings, contributing crucially after Rohit Sharma's early dismissal. As he walked back to the pavilion, the Auckland crowd gave him a standing ovation, honoring him on what will be his birthday on November 5. Despite playing away from home, Kohli received immense support from the enthusiastic crowd, further highlighting his global popularity. India's five-wicket victory over New Zealand puts them in an advantageous position in the five-match ODI series, with Kohli's exceptional batting performance adding to the team's strong showing.",
  "summary": "Virat Kohli treated cricket fans to a spectacular batting performance during the first ODI between India and New Zealand at Eden Park in Auckland on Wednesday, November 4. The former India captain smashed 74 runs off just 51 deliveries, including 13 boundaries and one six, as India secured a comfortable five-wicket victory over the hosts. Kohli looked in sublime touch throughout his innings,…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}