Virat Kohli on Sunday wrote another chapter in his illustrious career by becoming the batsman with the most ODI centuries against New Zealand. The milestone came during India’s third ODI against the Kiwis on December 18 at the Holkar Stadium in Indore, where Kohli’s masterclass at the crease left fans in awe.
With seven centuries against New Zealand, Kohli surpassed the legendary Virender Sehwag and Ricky Ponting, who had six each, to strengthen his dominance over the Black Caps. His century came from 91 balls, mixing grit and aggression, and featured the kind of innings that only a modern great can offer.
IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI Update
The milestone also took his total ODI centuries to 54 and his total in international cricket to 85, bringing him even closer to Sachin Tendulkar’s monumental 100 centuries. Kohli’s performance is more than just numbers – it reflects his consistency, hunger and ability to rise in big moments.
Most ODI hundreds vs New Zealand
- Virat Kohli (IND) – Matches: 36 | Running: 1876 | Century: 7th
- Ricky Ponting (AUS) – Matches: 51 | Running: 1971 | Century: 6th
- Virender Sehwag (IND) – Matches: 23 | Number of rides: 1157 | Century: 6th
- Sanath Jayasuriya (SL) – Matches: 47 | Number of rides: 1519 | Century: 5th
- Sachin Tendulkar (IND) – Matches: 42 | Raids: 1750 | Century: 5th
- Fakhar Zaman (PAK) – Matches: 20 | Number of rides: 1077 | Century: 4th
More to follow…
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Published on:
January 18, 2026