Celebrities react to India’s win over Pakistan and Virat Kohli’s historic century; read more

Kohli reached 14,000 runs in one-day international cricket and hit a boundary to end the match with 45 balls remaining.

By Sneha Sengupta On Feb 23, 2025

On Sunday, India defeated Pakistan in the Champions Trophy on Sunday, in a historic gameplay. Celebrities like Anushka Sharma, Chiranjeevi, Javed Akhtar, and others praised cricketer Virat Kohli’s amazing century.

Over husband Virat’s victory in the game, Anushka seemed to be filled with joy and emotions. She shared a screen grab of the cricket player giving the camera a thumbs up and winking while using heart emoticons and folded hands.

Lyricist Javed Akhtar posted on X, “Virat Kohli, zindabad. !!! . We all are so so so proud of you !!!” Filmmaker Karan Johar posted a humorous reel of Kajol from his movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham celebrating India’s victory.

A screengrab of Anushka Sharma's Instagram stories. — Anushka Sharma’s Instagram story/ HT

Chiranjeevi Konidela wrote on X, Hurrahhhhhh!!! India spectacularly triumphs over Pakistan!!! What a match!!!! It’s been Absolutely Electrifying watching this super thrilling match Live with some dear friends!!! Kudos to the Entire Team!!! Such a treat to watch the Fireworks from the SENSATIONAL @imVkohli Bravo @ShreyasIyer15 @shubmangill @imkuldeep18 & Captain @ImRo45 and the whole team !! More power to India!!! Jai Hind 🇮🇳!!! #2025ICCChampionsTrophy #IndiaVsPakistan

According to AFP, Virat hit an undefeated century to help India defeat archrivals Pakistan by six wickets on Sunday, putting the champions in danger of losing the Champions Trophy. He scored his 51st ODI century in an innings while chasing 242 for win. After advancing India to the semi-finals with two victories in two Group A matches, he took off his helmet and held his bat up to the spectators at Dubai International Stadium.