Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir's recent response to a question about Virat Kohli's 50th ODI century has stirred attention on social media. The exchange is notable as the two cricketing legends had a heated IPL 2023 encounter when Gambhir served as Lucknow Super Giants' mentor. This incident wasn't the first spat between them, as a similar altercation occurred during the IPL 2013 match between RCB and KKR.
In a viral clip on Star Sports, Gambhir confidently identified New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson as the bowler against whom Kohli scored his 50th hundred. Piyush Chawla, another expert, was impressed with Gambhir's response. Gambhir expressed satisfaction, emphasizing that his conflicts with Kohli are confined to the cricket field.
Kohli achieved his 50th ODI century during the World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record. The duo, who played together for the Indian cricket team and Delhi's Ranji team, shared crucial partnerships, including the 2011 final. Kohli's maiden ODI century was scored with Gambhir at the other end, and despite Gambhir earning the Player of the Match award for his century, he graciously handed it to Kohli.
Gambhir's heartwarming acknowledgment of Kohli's achievement occurred during a discussion on India's 3rd ODI against South Africa. The Indian batting stalwart is set to return in the Boxing Day Test match against South Africa at Centurion.
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