Former West Indies skipper explains whether Virat Kohli can break Sachin Tendulkar's record

Former West Indies skipper Brian Lara has explained why former India skipper Virat Kohli will find it difficult to break Sachin Tendulkar's record. The latter has 100 hundreds across Tests and ODI cricket. On the other hand, Kohli has scored 80 hundreds including 50 ODI hundred, 29 Tests hundreds, and one T20I hundred. Meanwhile, Lara said that Kohli'a age factor will make it difficult for him to break the record.

"How old is Kohli now? 35, right? He has 80 but still needs 20. If he scores five centuries every year he'd need four more years to equal Tendulkar. Kohli will be 39 then. Tough job, very tough job," Lara told Anandabazar Patrika.

"Can't say with certainty, no one can. Those saying are not using cricketing logic. 20 centuries seem a long way away. Most cricketers can't score that in their entire career. I won't be adventurous and say Kohli will do it.

"Age doesn't stop for anyone. Kohli will break many more records but 100
centuries seems the most difficult one."

I am a fan of Virat Kohli's discipline: Brian Lara

The 2004 Champions Trophy winner added that he is a fan of Kohli's discipline and dedication for the game.

"Only Kohli can come close. I'm a big fan of his discipline and dedication. The way he prepares for a match by giving it his all… how can you not be his fan," he said.

"My best wishes are with him. I'd be very happy if he could score 100 centuries like Tendulkar. Sachin was a dear friend and like I said before, I'm a big fan of Kohli."