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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 breaks Ricky Ponting's world record with phenomenal knock vs South Africa in Ranchi
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 05:28 PM ISTVirat Kohli's knock of 135 runs in the first ODI against South Africa, included seven sixes. With that, he broke Ricky Ponting's long-standing record for most sixes at number 3 in international cricket. Courtesy of his knock, India posted 349 runs in the first innings.
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Virat Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar's world record, smashes 52nd ODI century in Ranchi
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 04:54 PM ISTVirat Kohli created a world record during India's first ODI of the three-match series against South Africa. Kohli smashed his 52nd ODI century during the opening clash against the Proteas at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.
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Rohit Sharma creates world record, breaks Shahid Afridi's all-time feat during 1st ODI vs Proteas
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 03:54 PM ISTRohit Sharma carried his strong run from the Australia ODIs to the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi. Rohit broke Shahid Afridi's world record during his strong run in the opener at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.
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IND vs SA: India's predicted playing XI for first ODI, will Ruturaj Gaikwad play?
Cricket | Nov 29, 2025, 09:10 PM ISTThe ODI series between India and South Africa is set to get underway on Sunday, November 30. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be back in action for India. But who will replace Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, who have been ruled out of the series? Here's India's possible playing XI;
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Virat Kohli set to become the first cricketer ever to record major ODI milestone in series vs SA
Cricket | Nov 29, 2025, 04:04 PM ISTVirat Kohli is just 64 runs away from becoming the first player to reach 10,000 runs in bilateral ODIs and could achieve the landmark in the South Africa series. He also has a chance to surpass Sachin Tendulkar for most centuries in a single format.
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Virat Kohli set to join Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Jacques Kallis in elite record list
Cricket | Nov 29, 2025, 10:32 AM ISTVirat Kohli is just one 50+s score away from reaching 100 at home across formats, putting him on the verge of joining Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, and Jacques Kallis in an elite list, with the milestone possible in the upcoming South Africa series.
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Which Sachin Tendulkar record could Virat Kohli break in ODI series vs South Africa?
Cricket | Nov 29, 2025, 08:45 AM ISTVirat Kohli, just one century shy of breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most centuries in a single format. He aims to continue his strong form from the Australia series as India faces South Africa in three ODIs starting November 30.
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How have Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli performed against South Africa in ODIs?
Cricket | Nov 28, 2025, 06:25 PM ISTRohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be back in action on Sunday with the ODI series against South Africa getting underway in Ranchi. Here'ws how the star duo have performed against the Proteas in the 50-over format of the game?
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Virat Kohli visits MS Dhoni's residence in Ranchi ahead of ODI series against South Africa | Watch
Cricket | Nov 28, 2025, 08:26 AM ISTIn a clip that has been making the rounds all over social media, ace India batter Virat Kohli was captured visiting the residence of former skipper MS Dhoni ahead of India's first ODI clash against South Africa.
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You only miss the sun when it starts to snow, ft. Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara
Cricket | Nov 25, 2025, 05:26 PM ISTIndia’s Test batting struggles stem from an unsettled No. 3 since Pujara’s exit and the absence of Kohli’s intensity. Gill has thrived at No. 4, but revolving options at three and a lack of on-field leadership have left the middle order fragile.
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'Virat Kohli should have left ODIs and continued playing Tests': Shreevats Goswami
Cricket | Nov 25, 2025, 03:11 PM ISTLooking at the current Indian Test team's batting performance at home and lacklustre body language after being behind the game against South Africa in Guwahati, former cricketer Shreevats Goswami suggested that Virat Kohli, the former Test captain, should have continued playing red-ball cricket.
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Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli react to Dharmendra's death: 'We have lost a legend of Indian cinema'
Cricket | Nov 24, 2025, 06:57 PM ISTDharmendra passed away due to prolonged illness in Mumbai on Monday. Legendary cricketers, including Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, paid their tributes to the death of the legendary actor.
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Ashes: Joe Root equals Kohli on unwanted international list after horror start against Australia
Cricket | Nov 21, 2025, 11:23 AM ISTMitchell Starc was on song in his first spell as Australia got off to a sensational start in the Ashes, after losing the toss. Starc ran riot with the new ball, taking three wickets as England were reduced to 39/3, losing both openers and Joe Root in the first hour itself.
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Shai Hope equals Kohli's stunning ODI record with 66-ball century, now only behind Sachin Tendulkar
Cricket | Nov 19, 2025, 12:56 PM ISTShai Hope led from the front for the West Indies in the second ODI against New Zealand to notch up his 19th century in the format. In the process, he also equalled Virat Kohli's stunning record in ODIs and has Sachin Tendulkar on his radar next.
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Virat Kohli benefits from Babar Azam's failure in ICC ODI rankings, Rohit Sharma retains top spot
Cricket | Nov 12, 2025, 01:49 PM ISTVirat Kohli has benefited from Babar Azam's failure in the ODIs played against South Africa and Sri Lanka over the last week. In the latest ICC ODI rankings, Rohit Sharma has retained the top spot while Kohli has also jumped up despite not playing.
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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma likely to play Vijay Hazare Trophy after BCCI's clear message: Report
Cricket | Nov 12, 2025, 01:13 PM ISTVirat Kohli and Rohit Sharma might have to play the Vijay Hazare Trophy which is scheduled to start from December 24. BCCI has reportedly made it to clear to the star duo that they will have to play domestic cricket to play for India in the near future.
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'I was emotional': Sneh Rana heaps praise on Virat Kohli, opens up on emotional IPL victory for RCB
Cricket | Nov 10, 2025, 01:31 PM ISTStar India women's cricketer Sneh Rana recently came forward and heaped massive praise on batter Virat Kohli for her performances, and opened up on his emotional IPL winning campaign with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
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India players with most Player of the Match awards
Sports | Dec 01, 2025, 09:27 AM ISTWith some exceptional players having put in some brilliant performances for the Indian team over the years, let us have a look at the top five India players with the most Player of the Match awards for the side.
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No Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli as BCCI announces India A squad for South Africa series
Cricket | Nov 05, 2025, 08:26 PM ISTBCCI announced the India A squad for the three-match series against South Africa A, led by Tilak Varma. Notably, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are absent, sparking speculation about their future, while Ishan Kishan and other youngsters make the squad.
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Abhishek Sharma on cusp of equalling Virat Kohli's all-time record for India in T20Is
Cricket | Nov 05, 2025, 12:56 PM ISTAbhishek Sharma has been in amazing form in the ongoing T20I series against Australia. He has so far scored 112 runs in three matches at a strike rate of 167.16 and is also on the cusp of breaking Virat Kohli's all-time record for India in the shortest format of the game.