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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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Virat Kohli in Vijay Hazare Trophy stats: How former India captain performed for Delhi?
Cricket | Dec 02, 2025, 10:29 PM ISTVirat Kohli will play for Delhi in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy, with the DDCA confirming his availability for at least three matches. His participation aligns with the BCCI’s push for senior players to feature more in domestic cricket. Check his stats
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Virat Kohli in Vijay Hazare Trophy: Which teams will India superstar face? Know Delhi's schedule
Cricket | Dec 02, 2025, 10:20 PM ISTIndia superstar Virat Kohli is set to feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for the first time since 2010. For now, he is likely to play three matches in the tournament. Know Delhi's entire schedule of the Vijay Hazare Trophy here:
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Virat Kohli to play for Delhi in Vijay Hazare Trophy after 15 years, confirms DDCA president
Cricket | Dec 02, 2025, 09:58 PM ISTVeteran India batter Virat Kohli has confirmed his availability for the forthcoming edition of the Vijay Hazare Trophy, slated to begin on December 24. DDCA president Rohan Jaitley has confirmed the development.
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Tilak Varma speaks on Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's influence on his cricketing career
Cricket | Dec 02, 2025, 09:29 PM ISTTilak Varma says guidance from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli has boosted his confidence as he targets growth in ODIs and Tests. He values Kohli’s fitness and running insights and hopes to convert opportunities on the South Africa tour to strengthen his long-format credentials.
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'It's a happy environment': Harshit Rana opens up amid reports of tension in Indian dressing room
Cricket | Dec 02, 2025, 06:33 PM ISTSeveral reports on social media have claimed that India head coach Gautam Gambhir and senior players, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, are not on talking terms. Amidst that, Harshit Rana has opened up that the dressing room environment is absolutely great at the moment.
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Captain KL Rahul lucky for Kohli, the batter? Numbers suggest interesting pattern after Ranchi ton
Cricket | Dec 02, 2025, 02:18 PM ISTVirat Kohli blazed away to his 52nd ODI century and 83rd overall in the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi and laid the foundation of India's win. The series opener was also a welcome return to captaincy for KL Rahul, who last led the Indian team in December 2023.
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'You need them': Mohammad Kaif takes dig at team India management after first ODI win against SA
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 02:29 PM ISTFormer India cricketer Mohammad Kaif recently came forward and talked about the performances of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the first ODI of the ongoing multi-format series against South Africa.
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'Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma have made opposition look silly': KL Rahul after IND vs SA 1st ODI
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 12:45 PM ISTVirat Kohli and Rohit Sharma played stellar knocks in the first ODI between India and South Africa in Ranchi. While Rohit hit a strong 57, Kohli smacked a brilliant century in the series opener.
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Virat Kohli teases Jaiswal with hilarious 'Lagan Lagi' dance step because of his hairstyle - WATCH
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 12:36 PM ISTYashasvi Jaiswal played just his second ODI for India on Sunday, with regular captain Shubman Gill unavailable because of his neck injury. Jaiswal scored just 18 with the bat, however, India won the first ODI in Ranchi, riding on Virat Kohli's magnificent 52nd century in the format.
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'No questions about anything': Sitanshu Kotak gives his take on Rohit-Kohli's future ahead of ODI WC
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 11:23 AM ISTTeam India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak recently came forward and talked about what the future holds for veteran batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their stellar performance in the first ODI of the ongoing series against South Africa.
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Kohli shatters all-time international record after Ranchi heroics; leaves Sachin, Kallis behind
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 10:09 AM ISTVirat Kohli smashed his 52nd ODI century and 83rd overall as he resumed from where he finished off in Australia in Sydney, as India took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series against South Africa in Ranchi. Kohli's century helped India get to 349, which was eventually enough.
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'Nothing to do with cricket anymore, it's the way I live': Kohli on his stupendous physical fitness
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 09:32 AM ISTVirat Kohli, who confirmed that it will just be the ODI format that he will continue to represent India in, reiterated that he is irreplaceable at the moment, smashing a magnificent 135 off just 120 balls to set up the hosts' 17-run win against South Africa in Ranchi on Sunday.
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For first time in ODIs! South Africa achieve major record in 1st ODI against India
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 08:48 AM ISTIndia survived a scare from South Africa in the first ODI of their three-match series against South Africa as they registered a 17-run win at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi. Meanwhile, South Africa have created a major record despite losing the opener against India.
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India, SA script fixture history in Ranchi after Proteas nearly pull off 350-run chase in 1st ODI
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 08:30 AM ISTSouth Africa nearly pulled off the unthinkable in the first ODI in Ranchi after the middle order and lower middle order chipped in, with Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch shining through. However, 349 eventually proved to be just enough for India to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
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Virat Kohli dismisses rumours of Test return after century against South Africa in Ranchi
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 11:50 PM ISTAmid speculation of a Test comeback, Virat Kohli ended all debate in Ranchi, declaring he will play only ODIs. His 135 and 52nd ODI ton powered India’s 17-run win over South Africa and pushed him past Sachin Tendulkar for most hundreds in a single format.
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Virat Kohli, Kuldeep Yadav stun South Africa in Ranchi; Breetzke-Jansen's late effort goes in vain
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 11:50 PM ISTIndia bounced back in Ranchi as Kohli’s 135 and a 136-run stand with Rohit, powered them to 349. Rana, Arshdeep and Kuldeep derailed South Africa’s chase despite resistance from Breetzke and Jansen. India sealed a 17-run win to go 1–0 up in the series.
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Rohit Sharma's viral reaction to Virat Kohli’s 52nd ODI ton steals spotlight in first ODI vs SA
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 06:44 PM ISTRohit Sharma’s animated, viral reaction to Virat Kohli’s record 52nd ODI century lit up the Ranchi ODI. Kohli scored 135, added a 136-run stand with Rohit, and the pair also broke the Tendulkar-Dravid record by playing their 392nd match together.
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Sehwag, Irfan and others react to Virat Kohli's record-breaking hundred in IND vs SA 1st ODI
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 06:30 PM ISTVirat Kohli shattered a Sachin Tendulkar world record after hitting his 52nd ODI century during the first ODI against South Africa. The cricket fraternity dived into euphoria after Kohli's century.
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Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli break partnership world record in IND vs SA 1st ODI in Ranchi
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 05:52 PM ISTRohit Sharma and Virat Kohli turned on their beast mode as the two shattered a major partnership record during the first ODI between India and South Africa at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.
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Fan in Ranchi falls on Virat Kohli's feet after his record-breaking 83rd century in ODI: Watch
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 05:46 PM ISTVirat Kohli’s 135 in Ranchi, highlighted by his record-breaking 83rd ODI century, thrilled the crowd and even drew a fan to fall at his feet. His 136-run stand with Rohit Sharma powered India to 349, with Kohli smashing 11 fours and seven sixes before falling to Burger.