In the world of cricket, records are like the holy grail, highly coveted and closely guarded by the sport’s greatest legends. But as the saying goes, records are made to be broken, and right now, a seismic shift is rumbling through the cricketing world. A power-packed, swashbuckling South African opener has taken the field by storm, and his sights are locked on a record that belongs to none other than Rohit Sharma, the ‘Hitman’ of Indian cricket.
Quinton de Kock’s century has sent shockwaves through the cricketing community, and Rohit Sharma’s record is teetering on the precipice of history. In this article, we delve into the thrilling story of Quinton de Kock’s incredible feat and the impending showdown with Rohit Sharma’s milestone.
Quinton de Kock’s Phenomenal Century
In the world of cricket, witnessing a celebrated batsman in action is a true delight. In the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023, the experienced South African batsman Quinton de Kock has etched his name in cricket’s annals by notching up his third century. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide are absolutely mesmerized by this remarkable accomplishment.
When South Africa found themselves in a precarious position with the loss of two early wickets against Bangladesh, Quinton de Kock stepped onto the field, instilling a sense of confidence in his team. His elegance, strength, and precision were on full display. Remarkably, he reached his century in just 102 balls, a testament to his mastery at the crease. This achievement left South African fans jubilant, while the global cricketing community watched in awe at his exceptional performance.
de Kock Closing in on Rohit Sharma’s Record
Quinton de Kock’s achievement of scoring three centuries in this World Cup version adds an extra layer of significance to his feat. It places him tantalizingly close to Rohit Sharma’s World Cup record of five centuries, a pursuit that has the entire cricket community captivated. De Kock’s consistency serves as an inspiring example for aspiring cricketers worldwide.
Rohit Sharma, who scored five hundreds in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 in England and Wales, announced his retirement from the 50-over format. Consequently, every innings played by De Kock in this World Cup carries an added sense of poignancy, and cricket fans fondly cherish his performances.
De Kock’s century, achieved in just 101 balls, not only provided South Africa with a strong foundation for a substantial World Cup total but also showcased the art of building an innings methodically. His innings effectively set the tone for South Africa’s pursuit of victory in the match held at the historic Wankhede Stadium. Now, all eyes are on De Kock to see if he can surpass Rohit Sharma’s record, creating an enticing prospect for cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
Fans flocked to social media platforms to shower praise on Quinton’s batting. Here are a few of the reactions.
Quinton De Kock huge danger to both #kohli & #rohit as top runscorer in this his and possibly their last World Cup @BecauseWeWin . Third century #SAvBAN #ICCMensCricketWorldCup2023
— John Wright (@johnwright15) October 24, 2023
Quinton De Kock with another massive 100!!! I still say he must consider his decision to step down after the world cup.#SAvsBAN
— Jerry Lamola (@JerryVanLamola) October 24, 2023
De Kock retiring after this world cup..?? You must be joking..
What a player he is and I really want him to take a call on that.#RSAvsBAN
— Sarathy (@Mugavarii) October 24, 2023
Quinton de Kock, you beauty!! What a tournament he's having! 🤩
3 hundreds in 5 innings of #WorldCup2023 so far!! 🔥🔥🔥
Please don't retire so soon 🙏#SAvBAN #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/ag5Ckh1O0d
— NK 🇮🇳 (@nirmal_indian) October 24, 2023
What a freaking player he is ! 👏🏼
Third Century for Quinton De Kock in the World Cup, man is competing for Rohit Sharma's 5 Centuries record. Ufff. pic.twitter.com/rrgM2aD22G
— Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) October 24, 2023
Quinton de Kock on his 150th ODI scores another century off 101 balls 👏🏾👏🏾. Quinny you beaut! #CWC2023 #SAvBAN #BePartOfIt pic.twitter.com/jcPJWeFTxN
— Nqaba N@M (@ProfessorRugby) October 24, 2023
3rd Hundred in #CWC23
Dekock is ending his last ODI tournament on a high note ! pic.twitter.com/itu3KiZUp4— Bittuuu !! (@tharungstars) October 24, 2023
