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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 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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BCCI remains tight-lipped around Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma as India gear up for ODI World Cup 2027
Cricket | Jun 19, 2026, 01:38 PM ISTBCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) secretary Devajit Saikia recently came forward and gave his take on the potential inclusion of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in India's ODI World Cup 2027 squad.
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RCB CEO Rajesh Menon makes big claim on Virat Kohli's IPL future
Cricket | Jun 19, 2026, 12:25 PM ISTWith Royal Challengers Bengaluru having won their second straight IPL (Indian Premier League) title, the franchise's CEO Rajesh Menon took centre stage and talked about the importance of ace batter Virat Kohli in the team and his future with the side.
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Why is Virat Kohli not playing first ODI vs Afghanistan at HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala?
Cricket | Jun 13, 2026, 05:33 PM ISTVirat Kohli missed India’s ODI vs Afghanistan in Dharamsala due to a hamstring tendon tear suffered in IPL 2026. Despite a short recovery window, selectors avoided rushing him. Ishan Kishan replaced him in the playing XI. India also named two debutants.
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BCCI names Virat Kohli's replacement for the ODI series vs Afghanistan
Cricket | Jun 06, 2026, 02:23 PM ISTWith the Indian team all set to take on Afghanistan across three ODI matches after the conclusion of the one-off Test match, the BCCI has come forward and announced Virat Kohli's squad replacement for the upcoming series.
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Virat Kohli set to miss ODI series against Afghanistan due to hamstring injury
Cricket | Jun 04, 2026, 11:01 AM ISTIn a major blow for the Indian team, ace batter Virat Kohli is set to miss the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury. It is worth noting that India is slated to take on Afghanistan across three ODI matches and a one-off Test in June, 2026.
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What did Virat Kohli say to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after IPL 2026 final? WATCH VIDEO
Cricket | Jun 03, 2026, 03:58 PM ISTRCB released the audio of Virat Kohli's post-final chat with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after IPL 2026. Kohli urged the 15-year-old to trust his hard work and belief, while the teenager capped a stunning season with five individual awards.
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Former India cricketer hails Virat Kohli's performances after historic second IPL triumph
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 09:08 PM ISTFormer India cricketer Snajay Manjrekar took centre stage and talked about the performances that ace batter Virat Kohli put in for Royal Challengers Bengaluru as the side lifted its second straight IPL title.
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Photo: Anushka Sharma plants a kiss on Virat Kohli's forehead as RCB lift IPL 2026 trophy
Entertainment | Jun 01, 2026, 03:17 PM ISTAnushka Sharma and Virat Kohli shared an emotional moment after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 triumph. A heartwarming video of Anushka kissing Virat on the forehead during the celebrations quickly went viral on social media.
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When will Virat Kohli be in action next after winning IPL 2026 for RCB?
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 02:36 PM ISTVirat Kohli became a two-time IPL champion after helping RCB defend the title with their win over GT. Kohli scored an unbeaten 75 as RCB chased down 156 in the final. Fans wonder when they will be able to see Kohli back in action.
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Virat Kohli's first Player of the Match Award in IPL playoffs sees him down huge record
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 02:11 PM ISTVirat Kohli smashed his fastest fifty in IPL history as he guided the Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second title. Kohli earned his first Player of the Match Award in the IPL playoffs, which saw him break a major record.
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IPL 2026 Final: Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli moments that grabbed attention
Entertainment | Jun 01, 2026, 09:48 AM ISTPowered by Virat Kohli's stellar performance, RCB defeated the Gujarat Titans by five wickets and successfully claimed this title for the second consecutive time.
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RCB's golden days: From being chasers to two-time winners, how Bengaluru built the champion team?
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 08:31 AM ISTA team that had the superstars always felt the weight of expectations falling on one or two shoulders. That isn't the case anymore. RCB are now a complete team, possessing match-winners left, right and centre. How did they build this champion team? A glimpse into it.
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Anushka Sharma shares unseen RCB celebration photo featuring Virat Kohli and Dinesh Karthik
Entertainment | Jun 01, 2026, 08:11 AM ISTAnushka Sharma posted an unseen photo showing Virat Kohli and Dinesh Karthik from the IPL celebrations organised by the Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise.
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Virat Kohli hails Royal Challengers Bengaluru's quality after historic second IPL triumph
Cricket | May 31, 2026, 11:57 PM ISTStar Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli was exceptional for his side against Gujarat Titans in the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 final. After the historic win, Kohli came forward and hailed the quality in the RCB squad.
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From unattainable to inevitable: Rajat Patidar leads new-age RCB to back-to-back IPL titles
Cricket | May 31, 2026, 11:26 PM ISTRCB defended their IPL crown with a commanding win over Gujarat Titans in the 2026 final. Led by Rajat Patidar, Bengaluru's bowlers restricted GT to 155 before Virat Kohli's fluent half-century guided the side to a second straight title.
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How has Virat Kohli fared at the Narendra Modi Stadium ahead of IPL 2026 final against GT?
Cricket | May 31, 2026, 05:01 PM ISTWith Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on Gujarat Titans in the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 final, let us have a look at Virat Kohli's record at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad ahead of the marquee clash.
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What is Virat Kohli's record in IPL finals as RCB look for second straight crown?
Cricket | May 31, 2026, 02:33 PM ISTVirat Kohli has played in four IPL finals and has hit just one fifty in all of them. Kohli would be in focus as he holds the key for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their bid for the second-straight title.
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RCB decimate Gujarat Titans to seal spot in IPL 2026 final, register second biggest win in playoffs
Cricket | May 26, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTRCB 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.
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RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 LIVE Score: Bengaluru seal spot in final with 93-run win against Gujarat
Cricket | May 26, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTRoyal 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.