There’s a certain inevitability about Virat Kohli in ODI cricket. His latest masterpiece, a polished 102 off 93 balls in Raipur, wasn’t just another century. It was his 53rd ODI ton, his second in consecutive matches, and remarkably, the 11th time he has reeled off back-to-back hundreds. Historically, India’s dominance in ODI cricket is based on additional batters who were able to deliver back-to-back big performances at the right times for the national side. And three players have stood tall as examples of back-to-back batting brilliance.

 

Below, we unravel the stories of three Indian players whose consecutive ODI hundreds echo the same rhythm of excellence that Kohli is currently orchestrating.

 

Shubman Gill’s Template for Modern ODI Run-Making

 

Shubman Gill doesn’t so much bat as he glides. But behind the elegance lies a method that resembles early Kohli calculated power, high repeatability, and an obsession with tempo control. Gill has already notched consecutive ODI centuries twice, first in 2023 and again in early 2025.

 

In January 2023, his 116 vs Sri Lanka and 208 vs New Zealand arrived like a manifesto: India’s next long-term ODI anchor had arrived. A year later, he doubled down with 112 vs England and an unbeaten 101 vs Bangladesh in the Champions Trophy opener.  His back-to-back tons aren’t statistical quirks. They are indicators of a batter who has already learned how to turn form into habit.

 

Shreyas Iyer’s Middle-Order Fireworks When Stakes Peak

 

When in form, Shreyas Iyer is an Indian cricketer who can turn matches around as an aggressive No. 4 batsman, one that India has been on the lookout for for nearly half a decade. He had his share of highs and lows as a player, but when in form, he can be a game-changer at number 4 for India. Iyer’s most significant displays were during the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he scored 128 runs against the Netherlands* and 105 runs against New Zealand (Semi Final).

 

The reason why Iyer’s knocks in the World Cup were so impressive wasn’t simply because of the scorecards; it was because of his intent. The fact that Iyer was able to respond to chaos in middle overs, with high expectations and under pressure, and still managed to play the type of innings that could shape a game without being forced to do so.

 

VVS Laxman’s Graceful Precision in a High-Pressure Tri-Series

 

When conversations turn to ODI hundreds, VVS Laxman is seldom the first name mentioned. But his 2004 tri-series burst remains one of the most elegant examples of back-to-back centuries by an Indian.

 

In Sydney, he made an undefeated 106 off Australia as he took a lot of pressure and allowed others to fail. In the two-day game in Adelaide, he scored an even bigger 131 versus Zimbabwe as he led India to a three-run victory.

 

Neither of these was an “explosive” score, but both were examples of how wrist work and placement can be used in symphony to create success. Laxman’s two consecutive hundreds demonstrated that in ODI cricket, you do not always need “brute” power to change the narrative; sometimes it is simply the ability to time your shots and remain calm under fire.

 

Back-to-back centuries aren’t random statistical sparkles; they are markers of players who understand patterns, conditions, and execution across matches. Kohli’s latest run simply reaffirms a tradition: when one Indian batter catches fire, two others tend to follow. It is this overlapping consistency that has kept India’s ODI batting among the best for decades.

 

Key Takeaway

 

India doesn’t just produce century-makers, it produces century-repeaters.

 

FAQs

 

1. What makes consecutive centuries such a rare skill?

 

It demands form, fitness, and adaptability across conditions — all in a tight time frame.

 

2. Why are Indian batters especially good at ODI consistency?

 

Because they grow up on similar pitches, high-volume cricket, and pressure-heavy domestic systems.

 

3. How does Kohli’s streak compare to others globally?

 

His 11 instances of consecutive ODI centuries remain unmatched and highlight his extraordinary longevity.

 

Disclaimer: This blog post reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the perspectives shared and draw their own conclusions.

 

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