Career Information
Virat Kohli: The Modern Cricket Maestro
Virat Kohli, born on November 5, 1988, in Delhi, India, is a right-handed batsman renowned for his aggressive play and consistency. Debuting internationally in 2008, he has cemented his place among cricket’s elite.
Cricket Career & Stats
- Test Matches: Kohli has played 113 Tests, scoring 8,848 runs at an average of 49.15, including 29 centuries.
- ODI Career: In 292 ODIs, he amassed 13,848 runs, averaging 58.67, with 50 centuries.
- T20I Matches: Over 125 T20Is, Kohli accumulated 4,188 runs at an average of 48.69.
- IPL Career: Representing Royal Challengers Bangalore since 2008, he has scored 6,411 runs in 223 matches, averaging 36.2, with five centuries. IPL 2025: Virat Kohli retained by RCB for staggering ₹21 crore.
Records & Achievements
- Led India to victory in the 2008 U19 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup, 2013 Champions Trophy, and 2024 T20 World Cup.
- First player to score 20,000 international runs in a decade.
- Recipient of prestigious awards: Arjuna Award (2013), Padma Shri (2017), and Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2018).
Lesser-Known Facts
- Kohli’s nickname “Chikoo” was given by a coach during his junior cricket days.
- He married Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma in 2017; the couple has a daughter and a son.
Virat Kohli’s journey from a young prodigy to a cricketing legend exemplifies dedication, skill, and passion.
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