Sachin Tendulkar recalls the first time he heard of Virat Kohli

Sachin Tendulkar, the former Indian captain, and batting legend sent Kohli a message ahead of his 100th Test match. Tendulkar’s words were included in a BCCI memorial film that was widely circulated on social media. Other members of the 100-Test club include Rahul Dravid, Team India’s head coach, and the BCCI president Sourav Ganguly, and former India opener Virender Sehwag, left messages in the video.

When we were in Australia in 2007, I first heard about you. The U-19 World Cup was held in Malaysia, and you were there. That’s when certain players in the team were discussing you, saying that you’re one to keep an eye on, “achhi batting karta hai,” In the video, Sachin says in his message to Virat Kohli.

In India’s first Test against Sri Lanka in Mohali on Friday, Kohli will become a member of the 100-Test club after playing 99 tests to date.

Virat Kohli’s ability was acknowledged by Dravid and he encouraged him to enjoy the day.

It’s a dream come true to be able to play one. It’s an incredible accomplishment to have played 100 games. Virat Kohli should be really pleased of his achievement. Enjoy the day, enjoy the occasion, it’s something to be very proud of. ” According to the Indian head coach,

Kohli will become the 71st cricketer in history to play in 100 Tests. Kohli is the sixth Indian to achieve this feat.