#2 141 vs Australia, The Adelaide Oval, 2014
Virat Kohli assumed leadership duties for the first time in the longest format, with an injured MS Dhoni being forced to miss the game. Kohli led by example, as he struck a valiant 115 in the first innings.
In a high scoring encounter, India were set a target of 364 for victory with the last day's game remaining. At a juncture where most of the captains would have played for a draw, Virat exhibited his audacity, as he decided to play for a win against a fierce Australian attack. Once again, he led by example, with a defiant 141. However, his dismissal triggered a dismal collapse, and India were forced to concede the Test from a commanding position.
Virat's twin efforts went in vain, but it reflected the new spirit under a new leader. Kohli went on to earn the title of 'Captain Fearless" with this match, a testament to his demeanour in the truest sense.
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