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• 04/24/2024
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The 25th edition of the Laureus World Sports Awards unfolded in a grand ceremony at the Palacio de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain, celebrating the pinnacle of individual and team achievements in sports from the past year. Among the esteemed nominees were luminaries like Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Aitana Bonmatí, Lionel Messi, and Simone Biles, representing various sporting disciplines.

In a heartening nod to the global appeal of cricket, the ceremony paid homage to the sport’s significant moments throughout history. Notably, the Australian men’s cricket team clinched the coveted ‘Team of the Year’ award in 2002, while the India and Pakistan men’s national teams were lauded for their contributions to ‘Sport for Good’ in 2004.

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However, the evening took on added significance for Indian cricket enthusiasts as they witnessed a proud moment for their beloved sport. A captivating montage of ‘epic moments’ from the sporting world featured prominently the historic occasion when India’s batting maestro, Virat Kohli, notched his 50th ODI century.

Virat Kohli 50th century and Travis head catch in the final featured in the Laureus sport awards epic moments. pic.twitter.com/waXKa856Xz

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Kohli’s remarkable feat, achieved during the World Cup semifinal clash against New Zealand, cemented his status as a cricketing icon on the global stage. Surpassing the legendary Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 centuries, Kohli’s achievement was celebrated as a watershed moment in the annals of cricketing history, with Tendulkar himself witnessing the milestone at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Moreover, the electrifying catch by Australian cricketer Travis Head, which dismissed Indian captain Rohit Sharma in the World Cup final, was also commemorated in the captivating montage, underscoring the enduring allure of cricket on the world stage.

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Notably, in a significant development, cricket is poised to triumphantly return to the Olympic Games in 2028, following its inclusion in the proposal accepted by the Organising Committee of the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028 during the 141st IOC session in Mumbai. Virat Kohli’s unparalleled global popularity undoubtedly played a pivotal role in championing cricket’s resurgence on the Olympic stage, further solidifying his status as a transcendent sporting figure.

As the Laureus Awards celebrated excellence across various sporting disciplines, Kohli’s monumental century served as a poignant reminder of cricket’s enduring impact on the world stage. Amidst the glitz and glamour of the ceremony, the cricketing fraternity acknowledged one of its most illustrious figures, reinforcing the sport’s significance in international sportsmanship and achievement.