‘It’s hard to believe that he’s retiring’ – Fans react as Quinton de Kock smashes 4th century in ODI World Cup 2023
Quinton de Kock etched his name in the annals of cricket history as he became the first South African player to notch four centuries in a single World Cup edition. His extraordinary […]
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Nov 1, 2023 6:53 pm
Quinton de Kock etched his name in the annals of cricket history as he became the first South African player to notch four centuries in a single World Cup edition. His extraordinary feat unfolded during the ongoing clash against New Zealand, where de Kock played a memorable innings, earning him a standing ovation from cricket enthusiasts at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune.*
De Kock’s century, achieved in just 103 balls, featured an impressive array of three sixes and eight fours. His elegant strokeplay and precise timing left the crowd in awe as he reached a total of 114 runs from 116 deliveries. This breathtaking performance showcased his prowess as a standout performer in the ODI World Cup 2023.
Before the showdown with New Zealand, de Kock had already played six matches in the tournament, accumulating a staggering 431 runs. This remarkable tally not only solidified his status as the leading run-scorer in the competition but also made him a formidable force to reckon with in the world of international cricket.
Quinton de Kock (Source: Twitter)
De Kock’s unforgettable journey in this World Cup featured three centuries, with one of them being a record-breaking 174-run innings against Bangladesh. In accomplishing this, he joined an elite group of batters who have managed to score three centuries in a single men’s World Cup edition.
Quinny’s world: De Kock’s dominance in ODI World Cup 2023!
The fans at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, couldn’t contain their excitement as they witnessed de Kock’s brilliance. Their enthusiasm was further heightened by the knowledge that this extraordinary talent, who has been the star of this World Cup, would be bidding farewell to the fifty-over format after the conclusion of the tournament.
Throughout his match-defining innings, de Kock rewrote the record books by becoming the first South African batter to accumulate 500 runs in a single edition of the World Cup. He surpassed the previous record of 485 runs, held by the legendary Jacques Kallis, achieved in the 2007 edition.
As Quinton de Kock’s remarkable journey in the ODI World Cup 2023 continues to capture the imagination of cricket lovers worldwide, it’s clear that this is “Quinny’s World,” and we are simply living in it. His breathtaking centuries and record-breaking performances have left an indelible mark on the tournament, and his legacy in the fifty-over format will be celebrated for years to come.
