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India's experienced batsman Virat Kohli scored a gritty century against New Zealand in the third and final ODI, providing a strong foundation for the team's victory. While chasing 338 runs at the Holkar Stadium in Indore, the Indian team found itself in trouble, but Virat crafted this fighting century in 91 balls with 2 sixes and 8 fours, which was completed by taking 1 run on the last ball of the 40th over.
With the series tied at 1-1, this match proved to be decisive, and Virat's performance has brought India to the brink of winning the series. This was Virat's 54th ODI century, seventh against New Zealand, and 85th international century overall, marking his first century of 2026.
Correcting the mistake of missing the opportunity by just 7 runs at 93 in the first ODI on January 11, Virat became the second Indian batsman to score a century in the new year without an ODI in Indore, as K.L. Rahul had achieved this feat in the second ODI. This century once again demonstrated Virat's ability under pressure, and now the fate of India's series victory depends on the performance of the bowlers.
Virat Kohli scored a decisive century in 91 balls in Indore.
The India-New Zealand ODI series was tied at 1-1.
The century increased India's chances of winning the series.
Virat's play set a world record, surpassing two legends.