Virat Kohli's finest T20 World Cup

 Looking back at Virat Kohli's finest T20 World Cup innings leaves a lasting memory

1/7/2024,

The Player of the Match in the T20 World Cup Final undoubtedly went out on a high note.

It's just Virat Kohli to end his incredible T20I career with a Player of the Match performance.

At the conclusion of his international career, he has amassed the greatest runs of any player at the Men's T20 World Cups (1,292 in 35 matches and 33 innings between 2012 and 2024).

In addition, he has a strike rate of 128.81 and an average of 58.72.

As he retires from T20 international cricket for India, it is a great moment to reminisce about some of his incredible T20 World Cup performances.

 

Pakistan v. 78*, 2012

A thrilling Super Eights encounter in Colombo saw Kohli hit 78 not out off 61 balls and team up with Yuvraj Singh for a crucial third-wicket partnership that allowed India to win by eight wickets.

 

Not only did Kohli's batting skills win him Player of the Match, but he also contributed with the ball, taking 1/21.

 

v. South Africa, 2014, 72*

It was a scene set for Kohli, chasing a target of 173 in the semi-final. He led India to the championship with a 72 off 43 balls total that included five fours and two sixes. Although they came in second place, Kohli won the player of the tournament award for scoring the most runs (319 total).

 

Australia v. 82*, 2016

 

With India hovering at 49/3, Kohli witnessed another run-chase go to waste in Mohali as he attempted to reach 161. After stabilizing the innings, they need 39 off the last 18 balls. Kohli unleashed a devastating comeback, scoring 32 off 11 and leading his team to victory in the Super 10 stage.

 

v. Pakistan, 2022, 82*

It eludes Kohli to recognize when he is losing. With India at 31/4 and needing to reach 160, an exceptional effort from an exceptional player was required.

And that's exactly what the MCG audience received when he and Hardik Pandya combined to win this Super 12 match in an unexpected fashion in the last ball, scoring 82 runs off only 53 balls.

 

76 vs 2024 South Africa

 

What a fitting way to end. For the momentous occasion, Virat Kohli is the guy. He bounced back from his inconsistent performance in the competition leading up to the Final, hitting 76 off 59 to win Player of the Match once more as India defeated the United States by seven runs.