Virat Kohli Outshines Rahul Dravid in Record-Breaking Run Feat Against South Africa in IND vs SA Clash
- Posted on December 27, 2023
- Sports
- By Arijit Dutta
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Virat Kohli's exemplary batting in the ongoing IND vs SA Test series has propelled him past Rahul Dravid in the record books, cementing his place as one of the leading run-scorers against South Africa. Kohli's meticulous approach and unmatched skill set a new benchmark in Test cricket.

In
a riveting turn of events during the ongoing India vs South Africa Test series,
Virat Kohli, the stalwart of Indian cricket, has once again etched his name in
the record books. His prowess against the Proteas has become a subject of awe
and admiration, amplifying his reputation as a batting maestro. Alongside the
Indian contingent, Kohli embarked on a mission to further solidify his legacy
against South Africa in a two-match Test series.
From
the onset of the 1st Test, Kohli displayed his mettle against a formidable
Proteas bowling lineup. His disciplined approach resonated as he meticulously
scored 38 runs off 64 deliveries, showcasing impeccable judgment of the
deliveries. However, a deceptive delivery by Kagiso Rabada led to an
unfortunate edge, terminating Kohli's innings.
Yet, amidst this brief stay, Kohli carved his name in history by eclipsing Rahul Dravid, the former Indian captain and current coach, in a significant run-scoring record against South Africa. Kohli entered the match needing a mere 17 runs to surpass Dravid's tally of 1252 runs. With his remarkable feat, Kohli now stands as the third-highest run-scorer among Indian players in IND vs SA Test matches.
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The
leaderboard now sees the likes of Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag ahead of
Kohli with 1741 and 1306 runs, respectively, in these historic encounters.
Kohli's tally now sits at an impressive 1274 runs, a testament to his batting
prowess against South Africa. Notably, VVS Laxman follows in fifth place with
976 runs, emphasizing Kohli's significant achievement in this domain.
Kohli's dominance extends further as he maintains his position as the leading run-scorer among active players in IND vs SA Test matches. His staggering 1274 runs dwarf the contributions of his contemporaries, with Ajinkya Rahane as the closest active competitor with 884 runs, solidifying Kohli's exceptional stature in these encounters.