Virat Kohli Scores 100 Off 111, Seals India's Qualification for Champions Trophy

Virat Kohli scored his 51st ODI century, a masterful, unbeaten 100 off 111, to seal India's qualification for the Champions Trophy. After a solid start, Kohli's innings was built on strike rotation with Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, who played crucial roles in the vital partnerships.

Kohli's approach was to control the middle overs against spinners, without taking too many risks. He credited his team's understanding of the game, which was evident in their ability to adapt to the conditions. The win leaves Pakistan with a slim chance of qualification, while India can rest on their laurels until next Sunday's match against New Zealand.

Kohli expressed his relief and happiness at being able to bat in a manner that sealed qualification, despite the early loss of Rohit Sharma. He praised Shubman Gill's performance, saying that he took down Shaheen Afridi in the PowerPlay, and that Shreyas Iyer is coming into his own at number 4. The win marks a significant milestone for Kohli, who is now 36 years old and has shown that he can still perform at a high level.