Virat Kohli Hits Back-to-Back Hundreds, Slams 102 in Raipur ODI vs South Africa

Virat Kohli produced another masterclass in Raipur, smashing his second consecutive century in the India vs South Africa 2nd ODI at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium on Wednesday. Batting at No. 3, Kohli crafted a fluent 102 off 93 balls, steering India's innings with trademark composure and precision.

He brought up the century with a quiet single, but the knock itself was filled with authority - seven fours and two sixes showcasing the perfect mix of caution and controlled aggression. Kohli reached the milestone in 90 balls and celebrated with a trademark leap, marking his 53rd ODI hundred and 84th international century.

Kohli signaled his mood early, pulling a short ball for six off just his fourth delivery. From there, he forged a massive 195-run partnership with Ruturaj Gaikwad, piling pressure on the South African bowlers during the middle overs. Gaikwad matched Kohli shot for shot, bringing up his own century before departing for 105.

Kohli's innings ended in the 40th over at 102, but the effort followed seamlessly from his 135 in Ranchi, giving him back-to-back centuries in the series.