CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has strongly backed Virat Kohli after the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star delivered a stunning century against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026. Gavaskar said Kohli proved that the “old generation is still the best” at a time when much of the tournament conversation has revolved around emerging young players and the rise of “Gen Next” stars.
Coming into the match after two consecutive ducks, Kohli silenced critics with an unbeaten 105-run knock that guided RCB to a crucial six-wicket victory and pushed the franchise to the top of the IPL points table. Gavaskar praised Kohli’s ability to construct a chase under pressure and described the innings as a reminder of the veteran batter’s greatness and consistency in T20 cricket.
The former India captain also highlighted Kohli’s remarkable career records, noting that he has now scored multiple T20 centuries and remains the fastest batter to 14,000 T20 runs. Gavaskar added that while young talents continue to shine in IPL 2026, experienced players like Kohli still dominate the biggest moments of the tournament.
Kohli’s century against KKR has reignited debate around experience versus youth in modern T20 cricket. Analysts believe the innings underlined the importance of temperament, match awareness, and consistency, qualities that continue to make Kohli one of the most influential players in world cricket despite the arrival of a new generation of aggressive batters.
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