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Virat Kohli
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.
Virat Kohli
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Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli overtake Dilshan-Sangakkara in elite list with solid partnership
Cricket | Jul 19, 2026, 11:29 PM ISTThe duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli performed brilliantly in the third ODI against England in London, built a solid 113-run partnership, and entered an elite list in the process as well.
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Joe Root aces another England chase after India's batting disaster in Cardiff, Lord's to decide
Cricket | Jul 17, 2026, 01:39 AM ISTJoe Root's unbeaten 99 guided England to a four-wicket win over India in the second ODI at Cardiff. India, despite half-centuries from Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer, collapsed from a strong position to post 233, leaving the series tied ahead of the decider.
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Virat Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar's legendary record with half-century against England in Cardiff
Cricket | Jul 16, 2026, 09:18 PM ISTVirat Kohli scored 65 in the second ODI against England to register his 33rd 50-plus score against the opposition, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record. He also overtook Ricky Ponting to become the fifth-most-capped player in international cricket before India were bowled out for 233.
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Virat Kohli breaks major record, surpasses Rahul Dravid in elite list with resilient knock
Cricket | Jul 16, 2026, 07:46 PM ISTVeteran India batter Virat Kohli put forth a good showing against England, completing his half-century and playing a resilient knock. The star batter became the highest run-getter for the Indian team in ODI cricket when playing in England.
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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma flop on ODI return, dismissed in successive overs at Edgbaston | WATCH
Cricket | Jul 14, 2026, 09:44 PM ISTRohit Sharma and Virat Kohli endured disappointing returns in the first ODI at Edgbaston, falling in successive overs for 11 and 5 respectively. Chasing 259, India now rely on Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer after England posted 258, powered by Joe Root and Liam Dawson.
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IND vs ENG 1st ODI LIVE Cricket Score: Axar, Washington stitch 102-run partnership as India win
Cricket | Jul 14, 2026, 11:25 PM ISTIND vs ENG 1st ODI LIVE Cricket Score: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah remain in focus as India face England in a three-match series. The first contest takes place at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Follow for the latest updates.
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How many runs do Virat Kohli need to break Sachin Tendulkar's record for most ODI runs?
Cricket | Jul 14, 2026, 03:59 PM ISTVirat Kohli has been in stellar form in ODIs, having smashed three centuries in the last seven innings. His form will be crucial as India look to find their first win in the UK. Meanwhile, Kohli is closing in on 15,000 ODI runs but still stands way behind Tendulkar's all-time record.
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India vs England 1st ODI live streaming details; check when and where to watch opener on TV, online
Cricket | Jul 14, 2026, 01:10 PM ISTIndia arrive for the three-match ODI series against England after their recent drubbing in the T20Is in Ireland and England. India look to bounce back from their humbling as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah return.
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Stuart Broad calls Virat Kohli India's 'hero', backs Men in Blue for England ODIs
Cricket | Jul 14, 2026, 02:13 PM ISTIndia will be looking to shrug off the recent failures in the T20Is against Ireland and England as they take on the Three Lions in a three-match ODI series from July 14 onwards. Former England cricketer Stuart Broad has called Kohli India's "hero".
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'Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma remain integral part of team': Shubman Gill ahead of England ODIs
Cricket | Jul 13, 2026, 08:02 PM ISTVirat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be back in action as India gear up for the three-match ODI series against England. India captain Shubman Gill has put his weight behind the veteran batters, stating that they remain core members of the Men in Blue.
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Players with most runs in IND vs ENG ODIs
Sports | Jul 13, 2026, 02:29 PM ISTWith the Indian team all set to take on England in a three-game ODI series, let us have a look at the top five players with the most runs in India vs England ODI matches. The likes of Suresh Raina, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and others feature on the list.
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Shreyas Iyer matches Virat Kohli's record, breaks Suryakumar Yadav's milestone in fourth T20I
Cricket | Jul 10, 2026, 12:36 AM ISTShreyas Iyer starred with an unbeaten 80 off 49 balls in the fourth T20I against England, equalling Virat Kohli’s record for the highest score by an Indian captain against England. He also surpassed Suryakumar Yadav’s milestone during his stay at the crease.
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Shreyas Iyer joins Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni in unique list with toss win against England in third T20I
Cricket | Jul 07, 2026, 10:43 PM ISTStar India skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss for the Men in Blue in the third T20I of the ongoing five-game series against England, winning the toss, Iyer joined the likes of Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni in an elite list as well.
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Virat Kohli trains with former India coach ahead of England series, video goes viral
Cricket | Jul 02, 2026, 02:59 AM ISTVirat Kohli has resumed training ahead of India’s ODI series against England, working with former batting coach Sanjay Bangar. A viral video shows him preparing intensively as he awaits fitness clearance, while speculation over his and Rohit Sharma’s futures continues.
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Novak Djokovic opens up on his relationship with Virat Kohli, sets plan for future India visit
Tennis | Jun 28, 2026, 04:12 PM ISTWith Wimbledon 2026 all set to kick off on June 29th, the stars are getting ready to put in their best performance on the court and ahead of the first round, Serbia's Novak Djokovic took centre stage and opened up on his relationship with Virat Kohli.
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Shreyas Iyer joins Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill in unwanted list after losing first T20I
Cricket | Jun 27, 2026, 07:49 AM ISTIndia's newly appointed T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer lost his first game in charge as the Indian team succumbed to a hefty loss against Ireland in the first T20I of the ongoing series between the two sides.
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Mohammed Kaif opens up on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's future ahead of ODI World Cup 2027
Cricket | Jun 23, 2026, 05:55 AM ISTFormer India cricketer Mohammed Kaif recently came forward and talked about what the future holds for the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma with the ODI World Cup 2027 approaching fast, and the Indian team yet to finalise their squad.
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Bumrah, Kohli back, three players dropped; changes in India's England squad from Afghanistan series
Cricket | Jun 21, 2026, 02:44 PM ISTIndia have named their 15-member squad for the ODI series against England with a few notable changes to the team that recently blanked Afghanistan 3-0 at home. Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah's return headlines the tweaks.
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India announce squad for ODI series against England, Virat Kohli included, no Yashasvi Jaiswal
Cricket | Jun 21, 2026, 02:21 PM ISTVirat Kohli was included in India's squad for the ODI series against England as Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out. Jasprit Bumrah has also been picked in the squad after he was rested for the series against Afghanistan.
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Virat Kohli injury update: Positive news on India talisman ahead of England ODI series
Cricket | Jun 20, 2026, 07:07 PM ISTVirat Kohli missed out on the ODI series against Afghanistan due to the hamstring injury he picked up during the IPL 2026 final. There is hope that the talisman will return for the England ODI series, with a recent update further promising his return.
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