IPL 2025: Virat Kohli marks 100th T20 Half-Century, becomes first Indian to achieve this feat

Virat Kohli delivered a stellar performance for Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 13, 2025, against Rajasthan Royals, reaffirming his dominance in the T20 format. By notching up his 100th T20 half-century, Kohli became only the second cricketer in history—after David Warner—to reach this incredible milestone. His achievement during IPL 2025 further cemented his global cricketing legacy.

Kohli began his innings cautiously, scoring just 18 runs off 13 balls during the powerplay. However, he soon shifted gears, finishing with an unbeaten 62 off 45 deliveries. Partnering with Phil Salt, who smashed a quickfire 65 off 33 balls, Kohli played the anchor role with his signature blend of composure and style. The turning point came when Kohli launched a towering six off Kumar Kartikeya, electrifying the Bengaluru crowd and signaling his shift into attack mode. It was a knock that combined patience, poise, and power—perfectly highlighting why Kohli remains one of the finest in the game.

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During a crucial moment of his innings, Virat launched a huge six off former teammate Wanindu Hasaranga from RCB to reach 50 for the third time in the 2025 season. By hitting a significant milestone knock, Kohli demonstrated his filliping adaptability, which allowed him to masterfully pace the innings while ultimately speeding up to lead RCB toward triumph. The excellent execution of his play served as a proof of his superior abilities alongside intense batting motivation.

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At his age of 36, Kohli proves his ability to mix seasoned knowledge with extreme competitive determination. The excellent form of Kohli brings a tremendous advantage to RCB as they pursue victorious playoff outcomes during IPL 2025. By reaching his 100th T20 half-century, Kohli demonstrated both his enduring success and his remarkable talent to control matches naturally. Through his constant achievements in T20 cricket, Kohli maintains his status as an essential pillar of the game while demonstrating that both his excellence and dedication show no sign of wear.