India, Feb. 24 -- Virat Kohli roared back to form on Sunday as he carved out a match-winning century against Pakistan in a perfect riposte to any foolhardy doubters. In a clash with the arch-rival in the 2025 edition of the Champions Trophy, Kohli scored the winning boundary to score 100 not out, a record-extending 51st career ton, sixth in ICC ODI tournaments, fourth against Pakistan and a maiden in the event.

World cricket has been effusive in its praise of Kohli since Sunday evening, but the "ultimate compliment" came from Pakistani media, with newspapers and digital platforms lauding his brilliance.

Leading English daily Dawn headlined their match report: "Champions Trophy: Virat Does a Kohli Powers India to Easy Win Over Pakistan."...