Virat Kohli became the second batsman to score 8,000 ODI runs while chasing, joining Sachin Tendulkar in the elite list. During India’s semi-final match against Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Kohli’s 74th ODI half-century helped him achieve this milestone while stabilizing India’s chase at 161/3.
Virat Kohli scored his 74th ODI half-century in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final against Australia
The first semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 between India and Australia is taking place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Australian captain Steve Smith won the toss and opted to bat first. Despite regular wickets falling, Australia posted a competitive total of 264 runs in their allotted 50 overs. Smith top-scored with 73 runs, supported by Alex Carey, who contributed 61 runs. Mohammed Shami was the standout bowler for India, taking three wickets and keeping the Australian innings in check.
In response, India had a challenging start, losing both openers, Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma, early, and found themselves at 43/2 in the powerplay. At this crucial juncture, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer combined to form a vital 91-run partnership for the third wicket, stabilizing the innings. Kohli not only brought up his 74th ODI half-century but also achieved a personal milestone, becoming the second player to score 8,000 ODI runs while chasing. This remarkable feat added another feather to Kohli’s illustrious career. The partnership between Kohli and Iyer was essential for India as they continued to chase down the target, with India still in a good position to complete the chase and secure a place in the final.
Virat Kohli becomes 2nd batsman to complete 8000 ODI runs while chasing
Virat Kohli has joined Sachin Tendulkar in an elite list, becoming the second batsman to score 8,000 ODI runs while chasing. Tendulkar, known as the Little Master, had accumulated 8,720 runs in successful run chases throughout his illustrious 23-year career. Kohli’s achievement further solidifies his reputation as one of the game’s greatest chase masters.
Most ODI runs while chasing:
1. Sachin Tendulkar – 8,720 runs
2. Virat Kohli* – 8,000 runs
3. Rohit Sharma – 6,115 runs
4. Sanath Jayasuriya – 5,742 runs
5. Jacques Kallis – 5,575 runs
Indian captain Rohit Sharma ranks third on the elite list for most ODI runs while chasing, with 6,115 runs. He is followed by Sanath Jayasuriya (5,742 runs) and Jacques Kallis (5,575 runs), who occupy the fourth and fifth spots, respectively.
Teams:
India: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy.
Australia: Travis Head, Copper Connolly, Steve Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Tanveer Sangha.