Anand Mahindra reveals why Virat Kohli is truly a ‘Chosen One’ after his match-winning century vs Pakistan

India secured another easy win against Pakistan in an ICC tournament. Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, and Kuldeep Yadav delivered outstanding performances as India defeated their long-time rivals by six wickets in a Group A match of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. Following Kohli’s century which marked India’s win, Mahindra Group’s chairman shared his appreciation for the cricketer on X.

“You know you are a ‘chosen one’ when you your match-winning stroke also precisely delivers you your century”, tweeted Anand Mahindra.

Internet reacts

A user wrote, “He will wake up from death bed if he gets to play against Pakistan.” Another said, “The undisputed king!! The one and only Virat Kohli.” One said, "51st Century in One Day Cricket, He is an undisputed king." A comment read, "The King. Cometh the hour, Cometh the Man!!" One said, "A century and a match-winning stroke—true greatness is when destiny and skill align perfectly." "Timing and destiny perfectly aligned—couldn’t have scripted it better", wrote another. One quipped, "Virat Kohli at his absolute best as India make it two wins from two."

About the match

With this defeat, the defending champions are nearly eliminated from the Champions Trophy. If Bangladesh loses to New Zealand on Monday, Pakistan will be officially out of the tournament.

The Dubai crowd went into a frenzy with Virat Kohli's 51st ODI century as India defeated Pakistan by six wickets. Chasing a target of 242, India secured an easy win and is now almost certain to qualify for the semi-finals of the 2025 Champions Trophy.