Virat Kohli commends Aiden Markram's century during SA vs IND 2nd Test

• Virat Kohli congratulates Aiden Markram for a century in challenging conditions during the SA vs IND 2nd Test
• Markram's resilient innings helps South Africa secure a lead surpassing 50 runs
• The heartwarming video of Kohli's congratulatory gesture gains widespread attention on social media

Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli expressed admiration for South African opener Aiden Markram, who achieved a remarkable century in demanding playing conditions during the second Test in Cape Town. The heartening incident occurred on day 2 of the match, captured in a viral video where Kohli warmly congratulates Markram with a small hug during the latter's celebratory moment.

 Amidst challenging circumstances, Aiden Markram displayed resilience and determination, scoring a gutsy hundred that propelled South Africa's lead beyond 50. Markram, who faced low scores in his previous two innings, reached the three-figure mark in the 35th over by skillfully steering the ball off Jasprit Bumrah to the point region.

The innings featured a notable over where Markram slammed Prasidh Krishna for 20 runs. Despite a reprieve from KL Rahul behind the stumps, Markram continued his aggressive play until Mohammed Siraj, starting a new spell, eventually dismissed him for 106.