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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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Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma ‘seal the silly moments’ with their adorable ‘Mr and Mrs’ picture

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli ‘seal the silly moments’ with their adorable ‘Mr and Mrs’ picture

Celebrities | Jul 04, 2019, 11:00 AM IST

Virat and Anushka got married in December 2017 and ever since the couple has been giving relationship goals.

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2019 World Cup semifinals scenario: Who will be India's opponents?

Cricket | Jul 04, 2019, 10:19 AM IST

India have qualified for the semifinal of the 2019 World Cup. But who will India face in the final four?

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Virat Kohli posts heartwarming message for Ambati Rayudu following his retirement

Cricket | Jul 03, 2019, 08:18 PM IST

Ambati Rayudu announced his retirement from all forms of cricket earlier today, following the successive snubs for the World Cup squad.

2019 World Cup

2019 World Cup: Charulata Patel says Virat Kohli has promised her match tickets for remaining India matches

Cricket | Jul 03, 2019, 12:36 PM IST

The wheelchair-bound Charulata Patel caught everyone's attention by blowing a bright yellow vuvuzela and waving the Indian flag every time a boundary was struck.

Mayank Agarwal

Mayank Agarwal's inclusion in 2019 World Cup squad driven by push from Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri

Cricket | Jul 03, 2019, 11:35 AM IST

People in the know of developments said that the call to pick Mayank Agarwal and not Ambati Rayudu was in fact made by the team management and not the five-member selection panel.

2019 World Cup

2019 World Cup: Suspension looms over Kohli after animated argument with umpires in Bangladesh clash

Cricket | Jul 03, 2019, 09:51 AM IST

Virat Kohli has already been fined and handed a demerit point in this year's World Cup for his actions during the game against Afghanistan.

2019 World Cup

2019 World Cup: Virat Kohli wins hearts off the field with incredible gesture towards 87-year-old fan

Cricket | Jul 03, 2019, 09:55 AM IST

On Tuesday, Charulatha Patel, 87, stole the limelight with her enthusiasm and support for Team India at Edgbaston.

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2019 WC: That's OUT! Virat Kohli reacts on Sarkar's dismissal after India lose DRS review to umpiring blunder

Cricket | Jul 02, 2019, 09:18 PM IST

The fierce Indian skipper didn't hide his emotions after he caught Saumya Sarkar, merely overs after an umpiring confusion led to India losing the review.

2019 World Cup

2019 World Cup: Players to watch out for in crunch India vs Bangladesh clash in Birmingham

Cricket | Jul 02, 2019, 11:14 AM IST

A win for India will seal their semi-finals berth and knock Bangladesh out of the tournament while a loss for the Men in Blue will mean they have to beat Sri Lanka in their last game to be certain of a last-four spot.

2019 World Cup

2019 World Cup: Waqar Younis questions India's 'sportsmanship' after loss to England

Cricket | Jul 01, 2019, 12:01 PM IST

Pakistan were banking on neighbours and arch-rivals India, who have enjoyed an unbeaten run in the tournament, to get the better of England but India lost.

2019 World cup: Virat Kohli surprised with Edgbaston

2019 World cup: Virat Kohli criticises 'bizarre' and 'crazy' conditions at Edgbaston Cricket Ground

Cricket | Jul 01, 2019, 11:46 AM IST

India captain Virat Kohli was surprised at the playing conditions which were on offer during their World Cup clash against England at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham.

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2019 World Cup: Virat Kohli breaks another record in his 66-run innings against England

Cricket | Jun 30, 2019, 09:22 PM IST

Virat Kohli will have to wait for his first century of the tournament, but he continues to break records.

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2019 World Cup: Virat Kohli believes Vijay Shankar is close to playing a big knock for India

Cricket | Jun 29, 2019, 06:33 PM IST

Kohli's vote of confidence ahead of the England game means that Rishabh Pant will have to wait to get his first game.

Vijay Shankar

Dig or suggestion? Kevin Pietersen asks Virat Kohli to play Vijay Shankar against England

Cricket | Jun 29, 2019, 05:05 PM IST

Vijay Shankar hasn't been at his best with the bat at no. 4, as the batsman was dismissed cheaply in the games against Afghanistan and West Indies.

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2019 World Cup | Orange jersey is just one-off, our colour remains blue: Virat Kohli

Cricket | Jun 29, 2019, 04:51 PM IST

India will be sporting the orange jersey in their game against England on Sunday.

Virat Kohli’s comment on Anushka Sharma’s latest picture will leave you starry-eyed

Virat Kohli’s comment on Anushka Sharma’s latest picture will leave you starry-eyed

Celebrities | Jun 28, 2019, 01:17 PM IST

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s adorable chemistry has the ability to make anyone’s day brighter. 

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2019 World Cup: Virat Kohli breaks another Indian record as captain after Windies victory

Cricket | Jun 28, 2019, 10:49 AM IST

India registered a comprehensive win over West Indies to move to second in the points table at 2019 World Cup.

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2019 World Cup: 'MS Dhoni is a legend of the game' - Virat Kohli lashes out at Dhoni's critics

Cricket | Jun 28, 2019, 08:59 AM IST

Virat Kohli heaped praises on MS Dhoni after India's 125-run victory over West Indies in the 2019 World Cup.

2019 World Cup

CWC 2019: Kohli hails team effort after India's win over West Indies; backs under fire Dhoni

Cricket | Jun 27, 2019, 11:25 PM IST

India dethroned England to rise to the top of One-day International rankings and Kohli said he is happy with his team's overall performance.

Chris Gayle

2019 World Cup: Chris Gayle entertains the crowd in typical 'Universe Boss' style

Cricket | Jun 27, 2019, 05:17 PM IST

Where there's Chris Gayle, there's bound to be some drama - and that's what happened in Manchester, when the Universe Boss decided to celebrate.. a good fielding effort!

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