No cricket fanatic in the world can claim to be unaware of the current India captain's name. Born and brought up in the Indian capital city of New Delhi, Kohli emerged on the international radar after leading India to the title win at the ICC U19 World Cup in 2008. However, Kohli didn't exactly announce himself at the highest level till 2012 - four years after his debut - when in Australia he hit his maiden Test century (116) in Adelaide. By the end of that tour Kohli had also shown the world just how good a batsman he could become when his 86-ball-133 helped India chase down a mammoth 330 in less than 40 overs against Sri Lanka in the triangular series.
Since then he hasn't looked back and has grown from strength to strength by proving his prowess all over the world. Having hit centuries on tough away tours Kohli improved his shorter format game several notches especially with the help of the IPL, where in 2016 he smacked a record 973 runs! A established chaser of totals, he has hundreds in all Test playing nations - except Bangladesh and Zimbabwe - where he has played just a single match. He is also a World Cup winner(2011) and was adjuged the Player of the Tournament at the 2014 ICC World T20. Being counted amongst the four great batsmen of the modern age along with Steven Smith, Kane Williamson and Joe Root, Kohli's meteoric rise over the past couple of years has seen him rise above everyone else in the art of batting. He is the only batsman yet to average more than 48 in all formats of the game and after his exploits in England in the summer of 2018, he has proved that he is the best batsman across the globe under any given conditions.
For his exploits on the field he has also been awarded the country's highest sports honour - Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in 2018. But with the accolades there also have been questions regarding team selection and his aggressive mindset resulting in failures to win tough series overseas. The fact remains though that just like his runs, there are many more Indian victories to come under his leadership and only time will tell how great a legacy Captain Kohli will leave behind. But regarding his batting skills, it's safe to assume that the debate has been settled for now. There is only one Kohli and he sits right at the top.
RCB stormed into the IPL 2026 final after crushing Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 at Dharamsala. Rajat Patidar’s unbeaten 93 powered Bengaluru to a record playoff total before their pacers dismantled GT in a dominant all-round performance.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in Dharamsala. With the win, they have sealed the spot in the IPL 2026 final. Gujarat, in the meantime, have one more opportunity to progress to the summit clash. They will play the winner of SRH vs RR in the Qualifier 2.
Virat Kohli is the leading run-scorer for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League 2026 and has always been a run-machine in the tournament. However, his record in the IPL playoffs paints a different picture in what are worrying signs for the RCB.
Virat Kohli avoided a handshake with Travis Head after the Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru clash in the Indian Premier League 2026. Head's wide, Jessica, has revealed the online abuse she has been receiving on her social media after the episode.
Lucknow Super Giants' Mukul Choudhary recently came forward and talked about the talk that he had with ace India batter Virat Kohli during the ongoing edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026, and opened up on his learnings as well.
Virat Kohli achieved a huge T20 record despite his rare blip against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026. Kohli made 15 from 11 balls as he and Venkatesh Iyer provided the team with a strong start in the first few overs. However, RCB lost the match by 55 runs in their 256-run chase.
Virat Kohli and Travis Head had an animated banter during the innings as tensions escalated after the match when the RCB star refused a handshake with the SRH opener at the Rajov Gandhi International Stadium. Kohli ignored Head when the two teams greeted each other following SRH's 55-run win.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's star batter Devdutt Padikkal took centre stage and talked about playing alongside veteran batter Virat Kohli, and how that has helped him excel in his career. He also talked about his time in the IPL as well.
Virat Kohli revealed that the pressure of leading India across formats left him mentally and emotionally exhausted, prompting him to step down as captain. The former skipper also credited Rahul Dravid and Vikram Rathour for helping revive his Test form.
Veteran Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli built a solid partnership with Devdutt Padikkal in the 61st game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. Doing so, he equalled an elite record of Alex Hales.
Virat Kohli said his future in international cricket depends on trust and clarity from the team environment. The former India captain added that he no longer plays to prove anything and reflected on rediscovering joy while returning to domestic cricket.
Virat Kohli praises Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s IPL 2026 performance, highlighting his technical mastery, consistency, and belief. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer leads the wicket charts with 22 scalps, including six three-wicket hauls in 11 matches this season.
Former Australia cricketer Aaron Finch took centre stage and hailed Virat Kohli for his brilliant century against Kolkata Knight Riders in the 57th game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026.
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KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar admitted the team missed Varun Chakravarthy after the defeat to RCB in IPL 2026. He also reflected on the costly dropped catch of Virat Kohli, whose century guided Bengaluru to a six-wicket win over Kolkata.
Manish Pandey stunned everyone in Raipur with a sensational one-handed catch to dismiss Tim David during KKR’s clash against RCB in IPL 2026. The effort left Virat Kohli, David and commentators speechless. Bengaluru still won by six wickets and moved to the top of the table.
Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 105 off 60 against KKR in Raipur, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win vs KKR. The century helped Kohli equal Rohit Sharma’s tally of most Player of the Match awards by an Indian in IPL. RCB, in the meantime, move to the top of the table.
Virat Kohli put up a batting masterclass to lead the Royal Challengers Bengaluru home in their IPL 2026 clash against the Kolkata Knight Riders at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur. Kohli helped RCB chase down a record 193 against the KKR.
Virat Kohli etched his name into the history books as he completed his 14000 runs in T20 cricket during the RCB vs KKR IPL 2026 clash at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur. Kohli became the first Indian to get to the mark.
Virat Kohli bagged back-to-back ducks against the Lucknow Super Giants and the Mumbai Indians. He celebrated his first run against the Kolkata Knight Riders bit like a milestone. RCB were asked to chase 193 in Raipur.