IPL 2025: 3 Chris Gayle records Virat Kohli might break
Gayle and Kohli constituted a batting duo as lethal as it could get in the storied history of the IPL up until now.
2) IPL century after 35
It is a well-established fact that aging results in the gradual weakening of reflexes, which does surely have an impact on skills like hand-eye coordination, which are vital in the fast-paced nature of the 20-over format. This applies even more to a quick-moving tournament like the IPL which has a gruelling schedule.
However, Gayle's achievements underscore how top-tier cricketers can defy the usual limitations associated with aging and continue to make noteworthy contributions. Gayle, nearing 45 now, had crossed 35 when he brought about one of his customary Gayle Storms to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium against a hapless Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) outfit. His next ton came against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2018, in his first season for Punjab.
Kohli has already scored one out of his eight IPL centuries post the age of 35. The knock, against the Rajasthan Royals, although coming in a losing cause, was widely applauded as Kohli scored nearly 60% of the team's runs alone, at a commanding strike rate of 156.94. Considering Kohli's skills and impeccable fitness, one could expect the star batter to score a few more tons in the IPL, surpassing not just Gayle, but also the likes of Adam Gilchrist and Shane Watson.
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