Virat Kohli Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Record in Run Chases, Ends 10-Inning Drought in Australia

After two consecutive ducks earlier in the series, Virat Kohli made a stunning comeback in the third ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), reminding everyone why he’s called the master of run chases. Kohli not only guided India to a convincing win with his unbeaten innings but also surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record.

Kohli Surpasses Tendulkar in Run Chases

With his 70th fifty-plus score while chasing in ODIs, Kohli broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 69 fifty-plus scores in successful run chases. His unbeaten 71 off 84 balls marked his first fifty-plus score of the series and his highest score at the SCG.

Ends 10 Innings of Failure in Australia

Before this match, Kohli had endured a lean patch in Australia, scoring just 90 runs in his last 10 ODI innings there without a single half-century. His Sydney innings ended that drought in style, reaffirming his dominance on Australian soil.

Partnership with Rohit Sharma

Kohli’s innings came alongside Rohit Sharma, as the duo added an unbeaten 168-run stand for the second wicket, leading India to a comfortable 9-wicket win.

Quick Highlights

• Kohli: 71* (84 balls, 7 fours)

• Record: 70th fifty-plus score in ODI chases (surpassed Tendulkar’s 69)

• Drought Ended: First fifty-plus score in Australia after 10 innings

• Partnership: 168* with Rohit Sharma