Virat Kohli has become the leading run-scorer in the ICC World Cup 2023, scoring 594 runs in nine innings at an average of 99.00, including two centuries and five half-centuries. He surpassed Quinton de Kock’s tally of 591 runs to become the leading run-scorer in the tournament.
Kohli’s performance in the World Cup has been nothing short of sensational. He has been consistently scoring runs and playing match-winning knocks for India. He started the tournament with a century against Pakistan and has continued to score runs at a brisk pace.
Kohli’s form has been a major boost for India in the World Cup. He has been the backbone of the Indian batting lineup and has helped the team to win crucial matches. India is currently at the top of the points table and is on course to qualify for the semi-finals.
Kohli’s achievement is even more remarkable considering that he was struggling for form before the World Cup. He had not scored a century in international cricket for over two years. However, he has turned things around in the World Cup and is now the leading run-scorer in the tournament.
Kohli’s achievement has been praised by fans and experts alike. He is now considered to be one of the greatest batsmen of all time and his performance in the World Cup has further cemented his legacy.
Impact of Kohli’s achievement
Kohli’s achievement has had a positive impact on the Indian team and the fans. It has boosted the team’s morale and confidence and has given the fans hope that India can win the World Cup.
Kohli’s performance has also inspired other cricketers around the world. He has shown that it is possible to overcome setbacks and perform at your best when it matters most.
the latest update on the ICC World Cup 2023 as of November 13, 2023:
Group Stage
All the matches in the group stage have been completed and the following teams have qualified for the semi-finals:
- India
- England
- Australia
- New Zealand
Semi-Finals
The semi-finals will be played on November 15 and 16, 2023.
- Semi-Final 1: India vs. New Zealand (November 15, 2023)
- Semi-Final 2: England vs. Australia (November 16, 2023)
Final
The final of the ICC World Cup 2023 will be played on November 20, 2023.
Player Statistics
Virat Kohli is the leading run-scorer in the tournament with 594 runs in nine innings. He is followed by Quinton de Kock with 591 runs and Rohit Sharma with 538 runs.
Mitchell Starc is the leading wicket-taker in the tournament with 17 wickets in seven innings. He is followed by Shami with 16 wickets and Josh Hazlewood with 15 wickets.
Odds
India is the favorite to win the ICC World Cup 2023, followed by England and Australia. New Zealand is the underdog of the semi-finalists.
The upcoming matches in the ICC World Cup 2023 are the semi-finals and the final. The semi-finals will be played on November 15 and 16, 2023, and the final will be played on November 20, 2023.
Here are the details of the upcoming matches:
Semi-Final 1
- India vs. New Zealand
- November 15, 2023
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India
Semi-Final 2
- England vs. Australia
- November 16, 2023
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India
Final
- TBD vs. TBD
- November 20, 2023
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India
The TBDs will be filled in after the semi-finals are played.
Conclusion
The ICC World Cup 2023 is shaping up to be a close and exciting tournament. The four semi-finalists are all evenly matched and any of them can win the tournament. It will be interesting to see who emerges victorious on November 20, 2023.