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New Zealand’s batting maestro Kane Williamson has added another feather to his cap, overtaking Virat Kohli to become the second-fastest player to reach 7,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs).
The historic achievement came during a tri-nation series match against South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, where Williamson showcased a stellar performance, scoring an unbeaten 133 runs to guide New Zealand to a thrilling victory.
Williamson’s Record-Breaking Feat
With this knock, Williamson reached the 7,000-run milestone in just 159 innings, surpassing Kohli, who took 161 innings to achieve the feat. However, the fastest player to this mark remains South African legend Hashim Amla, who reached 7,000 runs in just 150 innings.
Fastest Players to 7,000 ODI Runs
1️⃣ Hashim Amla – 150 innings
2️⃣ Kane Williamson – 159 innings
3️⃣ Virat Kohli – 161 innings
A Match-Winning Knock in Lahore
Chasing a 305-run target, Williamson played a captain’s knock, anchoring New Zealand’s innings alongside Devon Conway (97 off 107 balls). The duo stitched together a record-breaking 187-run partnership for the second wicket—the highest-ever between New Zealand and South Africa in ODIs.
New Zealand completed the chase with eight balls to spare, marking the third-highest successful run chase in Lahore’s ODI history.
This century was special for Williamson as it marked his first ODI hundred since the 2019 World Cup and was also his second-fastest, coming off just 72 balls.
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What’s Next for Kane Williamson?
With this achievement, Williamson further cements his status as one of the modern greats of cricket. As New Zealand continues their campaign, all eyes will be on him to see if he can break more records and lead his team to more victories.
Final Thoughts
Kane Williamson’s record-breaking feat is a testament to his consistency and class in ODIs. Surpassing Virat Kohli is no small task, and this milestone reaffirms his position as one of the best batters in world cricket today.
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