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Aakash Chopra predicts Virat Kohli could finish with 98 international centuries
Chopra told Cricinfo on X that Kohli may reach 98 centuries, adding his view on India's white‑ball bowling options.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Former India opener Aakash Chopra told Cricinfo in a video posted on X that Virat Kohli could finish his international career with 98 centuries, ahead of the third ODI against the West Indies, india.com reported.
What happened
Chopra was asked how many centuries Kohli might accumulate before retiring. He answered that the batter could reach 98, noting Kohli currently has 86 international centuries – 55 in ODIs, 30 in Tests and one in T20Is.
What was said
Chopra said, “What happens if Hardik is unfit?” when discussing the biggest concern for India’s ODI side, referring to all‑rounder Hardik Pandya’s fitness ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
How it came about
Chopra also named Arshdeep Singh as India’s best white‑ball fast bowler after Jasprit Bumrah and warned that Pandya’s place in the 2027 ODI World Cup squad could depend on his fitness, noting Pandya has not played a competitive match since the IPL 2026.
Key facts
- Aakash Chopra predicts Virat Kohli could end his career with 98 international centuries. (india.com)
- Kohli currently has 86 international centuries (55 ODI, 30 Test, 1 T20I). (india.com)
- Chopra named Arshdeep Singh as India’s top white‑ball fast bowler after Jasprit Bumrah. (india.com)
- Chopra highlighted Hardik Pandya’s fitness as a major concern for India’s ODI team. (india.com)
Sources
- [1] india.com — originally reported as “Aakash Chopra makes big prediction on Virat Kohli's international career, says. . .”
