He loves batting at Wankhede’ – Fans react as Quinton de Kock’s record-breaking century against Bangladesh steals the show in ODI World Cup 2023

In a spectacular display of cricketing prowess, Quinton de Kock celebrated his 150th ODI cap with a stunning century in South Africa’s World Cup match against Bangladesh at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium. This remarkable century marked his third in the tournament, having previously achieved similar milestones against Sri Lanka and Australia. De Kock’s performance propelled him to the top of the run charts for the competition, amassing a total of 407 runs.

Before the marquee event, Quinton de Kock had announced his intention to retire from the 50-over format. It seems he has chosen to leave the format with a bang, showcasing his best form towards the end of his career.

While names like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma often come to mind when discussing the best one-day format batters, Quinton de Kock’s consistent brilliance in the format since his debut in 2013 should not be overlooked.

In this important World Cup game against Bangladesh, de Kock’s sublime performance delighted fans as he tormented the opposition’s bowling attack. The South African opener played a breathtaking knock, amassing 174 runs off just 140 balls. In doing so, he not only helped his team post a massive total but also shattered several records.

One of the most significant records broken by de Kock was a 16-year-old World Cup record for the highest score by a designated wicketkeeper in the tournament. He surpassed Australia’s Adam Gilchrist, who had scored 149 in the 2007 ODI World Cup final against Sri Lanka.

Fans urge de Kock to reconsider retirement after stunning century!

Additionally, de Kock’s extraordinary innings propelled him to the top of the list for the most runs in the 2023 World Cup, surpassing the likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. His total of 407 runs in just five games of the ongoing tournament is a testament to his exceptional batting skills.

As a result of his stellar performances, fans and experts have called for de Kock to reconsider his decision to retire. His influence on the format for nearly a decade has not gone unnoticed, and his absence from the team would undoubtedly be deeply felt. If he chooses to reverse his retirement, it would bring immense joy to both South Africa and the passionate cricketing fans.

With the potential for six more matches in the World Cup, de Kock has the opportunity to break records, including Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record for the most runs by an individual in a World Cup. Although achieving such records is not his primary concern, he remains focused on playing more extraordinary innings to lead South Africa to uncharted territory in the tournament.

Look at how the fans have reacted: 

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