"All-format top run-getters: Virat Kohli surpasses Jayawardene in India vs Bangladesh WC match"

Indian batter Virat Kohli surpasses Mahela Jayawardene in all-time international run-scorers list during ODI World Cup match against Bangladesh.

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli achieved a significant milestone during his team's ODI World Cup match against Bangladesh in Pune. He surpassed Sri Lanka's Mahela Jayawardene to secure a place in the all-time international run-scorers list. Kohli also reached the remarkable feat of 26,000 international runs, becoming the fastest player to achieve this milestone. He accomplished this feat in just 567 innings, surpassing the previous record held by Sachin Tendulkar, who achieved it in 600 innings.

In addition to these achievements, Kohli's half-century in the match marked his 212th overall and his third in this ODI World Cup. This propelled him to the fourth position on the list of players with the most 50-plus scores in international cricket. The top three positions on this list are held by Tendulkar (264), Ricky Ponting (217), and Kumar Sangakkara (216).

Kohli's exceptional performance has also positioned him as the fourth-highest run-scorer in men's cricket across all three formats. He is currently placed behind Tendulkar, Jayawardene, and Ponting in the all-time international run-scorers list.

The list of all-time international top scorers includes legendary players who have left an indelible mark on the game. Tendulkar leads the list with 34,357 runs, followed by Sangakkara with 28,016 runs and Ponting with 27,483 runs. Kohli's impressive tally of 26,003 runs places him in the fourth position, with his highest score being an unbeaten 254. Jayawardene, with 25,957 runs, completes the top five on the list.

Virat Kohli's achievements in the world of cricket continue to astound fans and experts alike. His dedication and skill have propelled him to the upper echelons of the sport, and he shows no signs of slowing down. As he continues to break records and set new benchmarks, the cricketing world eagerly awaits his future performances.

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