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Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli

Height: 1.75 m DOB: 5 November 1988

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.

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Only one spot up for grabs in pace attack for T20 World Cup, rest sealed: Virat Kohli

Cricket | Dec 05, 2019, 03:18 PM IST

This indicates that Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami are almost certain to make the cut.

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We certainly believe in his ability: Virat kohli backs under-fire Rishabh Pant

Cricket | Dec 05, 2019, 02:32 PM IST

Pant has been under the scanner for a while due to his inability to convert starts and for erratic work behind the stumps.

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Kohli features in top-10 list of sexiest Asian men of 2019 and the decade

Cricket | Dec 05, 2019, 03:16 PM IST

The annual list is compiled based on an online poll for fans around the world, various social media sites and their respective positive impact along with media attention

Virat Kohli not in same league as Sachin Tendulkar, claims Abdul Razzak

Virat Kohli not in same league as Sachin Tendulkar, claims Abdul Razzak

Cricket | Dec 04, 2019, 07:14 PM IST

Razzak claimed that there are no longer world-class players in modern-day cricket as compared to players of his time.

Windies coach Simmons thinks out of the box to plot Virat Kohli's dismissal

Windies coach Simmons thinks out of the box to plot Virat Kohli's dismissal

Cricket | Dec 04, 2019, 06:19 PM IST

Stating that Kohli is a "difficult proposition" to dismiss, Simmons jovially listed some out of the box ideas to get the prolific batsman out.

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ICC Test Rankings: Virat Kohli dethrones Steve Smith as No.1 batsman

Cricket | Dec 04, 2019, 01:59 PM IST

Indian captain Virat Kohli has reclaimed the no.1 spot in the latest ICC Test Rankings for batsmen.

1st T20I: Virat Kohli departs for Hyderabad with KL Rahul and Shivam Dube for Windies opener

1st T20I: Virat Kohli departs for Hyderabad with KL Rahul and Shivam Dube for Windies opener

Cricket | Dec 03, 2019, 10:26 PM IST

Virat Kohli took to Twitter and share a photo with teammates KL Rahul and Shivam Dube en route Hyderabad.

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Exclusive | Lot to learn from Virat Kohli on and off the field: Deepak Chahar

Cricket | Dec 04, 2019, 12:25 PM IST

In an exclusive interview with India TV, Indian pacer Deepak Chahar talks about the upcoming limited-overs series against West Indies at home, his preparation for the contest and about Virat Kohli as a captain.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are reuniting onscreen once again and we can't keep calm

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are reuniting onscreen once again and we can't keep calm

Celebrities | Dec 03, 2019, 04:50 PM IST

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma are teaming up for yet another advertisement and we can't wait to watch the same.

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India are in top-two teams in the world: Virat Kohli

Cricket | Dec 01, 2019, 04:15 PM IST

India have been consistent across formats under Kohli. While they have managed to retain the No.1 Test ranking and the Test mace over the last two years, India have failed to show that dominance in any limited-overs tournament.

People want to sensationalise stories by taking Anushka's name: Virat Kohli

People want to sensationalise stories by taking Anushka's name: Virat Kohli

Cricket | Nov 30, 2019, 07:51 PM IST

Anushka Sharma has often been accused of getting preferential treatment in the Indian cricket fraternity but Kohli rubbished all the allegations, saying his wife's value system would never allow her to do anything wrong.

Coach Ravi Shastri's trolling is agenda driven, feels captain Virat Kohli

Coach Ravi Shastri's trolling is agenda driven, feels captain Virat Kohli

Cricket | Nov 30, 2019, 07:22 PM IST

Get up, face the fast bowlers with "courage" and "without helmet", average 41 as an opener -- Kohli mentioned all that Shastri did as a player in his scathing riposte to the current coach's critics.

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All’s Not Well: How persistent demands of cricket can challenge players’ mental health

Cricket | Nov 29, 2019, 09:10 AM IST

In an interview to indiatvnews.com over email, renowned sports psychologist Sandy Gordon sheds light on various aspects of mental health, how the unique demands of cricket can impact players’ mental wellbeing and shares his views on surviving the demons of social media.

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Prithvi Shaw’s bat carries special hand-written message from Virat Kohli

Cricket | Nov 28, 2019, 04:00 PM IST

Shaw last played for India in October 2018 against West Indies. It was his debut series and he scored 237 runs in three innings against the visitors. 

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Sanjay Bangar wants Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri to back Kuldeep Yadav

Cricket | Nov 28, 2019, 02:49 PM IST

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has come out in support of Kuldeep and said that it is important to back the youngster as he is a match-winner by his own right.

I do get affected by failure: Virat Kohli opens up on World Cup semi-final defeat

I do get affected by failure: Virat Kohli opens up on World Cup semi-final defeat

Cricket | Nov 28, 2019, 02:17 PM IST

Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli wants to leave behind a legacy that others will follow. 

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The era named Kohli: Virat ends decade as most prolific run-scorer, second to Dhoni as skipper

Cricket | Nov 28, 2019, 01:53 PM IST

It has been a decade of Kohli's dominance as he has not just emerged as the leading run-getter in international cricket in a decade, but his numbers as a captain too stands among the greatest who have embraced the sport

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Make some late night baby-sitting arrangements: Gambhir reacts to Paine's request to Kohli

Cricket | Nov 28, 2019, 11:11 AM IST

India and Australia will be up against each other in November 2020 for a four-match Test series.

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Virat Kohli enjoys time off cricket at movies with 'hottie' Anushka Sharma

Cricket | Nov 28, 2019, 01:33 PM IST

Anushka and Virat, who got married in Tuscany, Italy in presence of their and loved ones, will be celebrating their second wedding anniversary in December.

My relationship with MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli intact: MSK Prasad

My relationship with MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli intact: MSK Prasad

Cricket | Nov 27, 2019, 05:01 PM IST

Prasad said the duo have respect for him and he knew how to manage personalities as he was a management student.

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