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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 after match vs LSG

Watch: Policeman carries intruder off the field like wrestler during RCB vs LSG; Kohli imitates him

Cricket | May 26, 2022, 07:05 PM IST

An intruder broke in to meet Virat Kohli during yesterday's Eliminator between Royal Challenger Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants.

Virat Kohli, Sourav Ganguly

Virat Kohli's epic four in RCB vs LSG IPL 2022 Eliminator leaves Sourav Ganguly awestruck; watch

Trending | May 26, 2022, 01:57 PM IST

Sourav Ganguly gave a priceless reaction when Virat Kohli struck a boundary during the RCB vs LSG IPL 2022 Eliminator match on Wednesday. You can't miss it. Watch here!

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Anushka Sharma & Athiya Shetty have THIS to say after Virat Kohli's RCB knocks out KL Rahul's LSG

Celebrities | May 26, 2022, 11:59 AM IST

Anushka Sharma and Athiya Shetty are often seen cheering for their partners Virat Kohli and KL Rahul from the stands when they are on the same side. However, on Wednesday during Eliminator clash of IPL 2022 Virat Kohli's team Royal Challengers Bangalore defeated KL Rahul led Lucknow Super Giants by 14 runs. Here's how the actresses reacted to the news on their social media handles.

Kohli & Jadeja in the test vs South Africa

Latest ICC Test rankings out: Know where the likes of Virat, Rohit, Jadeja, and Ashwin stand

Cricket | May 25, 2022, 06:01 PM IST

The latest ICC Men's Test rankings are out, and Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jadeja, and Ashwin have held onto their positions.

RCB beat Lucknow Super Giants by 14 runs

RCB vs LSG IPL 2022, Highlights: RCB win by 14 runs; will meet RR in Qualifier 2

Cricket | May 26, 2022, 12:17 AM IST

RCB vs LSG, IPL 2022, Eliminator: Get the Live Score, Full Scorecard, Ball by Ball Commentary, Match Highlights and Latest News between Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bangalore.

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Riyan Parag massively trolled for his attitude during GT vs RR IPL match; 'You're not Kohli'

Trending | May 25, 2022, 11:46 AM IST

IPL 2022: Riyan Parag got angry on R Ashwin after getting run out in the last over between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans match on Tuesday. This hasn't gone down well with cricket fans. Check out their reactions here!

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It's time we behave! Cricket, mental health and the dark side of fandom

Cricket | May 25, 2022, 10:00 AM IST

Mental health is gaining traction worldwide. People are aware, empathetic than before, and more understanding. But, unfortunately, it stops right there. Nothing less, but yes, nothing more. 

Pant had a bad day at the office in the game vs MI

IPL 2022, DC vs MI: Mumbai Indians knock DC out; RCB qualify for playoffs

Cricket | May 21, 2022, 11:56 PM IST

MI beat DC by 5 wickets to finish on a high and make way for RCB, who qualify for the IPL 2022 playoffs 

Virat Kohli with Rohit Sharma

After Virat Kohli pledges support to Rohit Sharma against DC, RCB fans begin rooting for MI

Trending | May 20, 2022, 12:15 PM IST

Virat Kohli's RCB reaching the playoffs relies on Rohit Sharma's Mumbai Indians beating Rishabh Pant's Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL clash on Saturday. RCB's loyal fans have been rooting for MI to thrash DC with all their might.

Chasing 169, Kohli and Faf gave RCB the perfect start

IPL 2022, RCB vs GT: Led by Vintage Virat Kohli, RCB beat GT by 8 wickets to stay alive

Cricket | May 19, 2022, 11:50 PM IST

Led by a Vintage Virat Kohli innings and garnished by a strong Maxwell finish, RCB defeated GT by 8 wickets to stay alive.

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Kohli couldn't build a team like Ganguly: Sehwag

Cricket | May 19, 2022, 07:26 PM IST

Virender Sehwag rated Ganguly's leadership above that of Virat Kohli, stating that numbers-wise, Kohli will always be among the greatest ever to lead the Indian team but couldn't build a team as Ganguly did.

Rashid Khan and Virat Kohli

Watch: Virat Kohli imitates Rashid Khan's batting style in hilarious video ahead of RCB vs GT

Cricket | May 19, 2022, 05:00 PM IST

RCB are all set to take on GT at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. It is a battle to stay alive for RCB, as a loss here would mean they stand eliminated. 

Virat Kohli during match vs Punjab Kings

IPL 2022, PBKS vs RCB: Poor form? No problem; Virat Kohli achieves another landmark

Cricket | May 13, 2022, 11:07 PM IST

Virat Kohli may not be in great form, but the records keep coming in for the legend.

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Off-coloured Virat Kohli likely to be dropped for upcoming SA T20 home series

Cricket | May 11, 2022, 08:46 PM IST

Kohli is expected to be given break to recharge his battery and work on his form 

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IPL 2022: Here are some adorable pictures of Virat Kohli hanging out with a dog on field

Cricket | May 10, 2022, 10:35 PM IST

Virat Kohli is seen playing with a dog between practice session

With this dismissal, Kohli has three golden ducks in the 2022 edition of the IPL.

IPL 2022, RCB vs SRH: Twitter stands behind Virat Kohli after golden duck against SRH

Cricket | May 08, 2022, 04:29 PM IST

J Suchith opened the attack for SRH, and Kohli flicked the first ball of the over straight into Williamson's hand, who had stationed himself at short midwicket.

Virat Kohli

IPL 2022: Virat falls prey to Moeen's spell for the eleventh time in all formats of cricket

Cricket | May 04, 2022, 09:37 PM IST

Moeen Ali who plays for England has troubled Virat with his spell several times during international matches

Anushka Sharma

Anushka Sharma 'ate the biggest slice' of her birthday cake; shares happy pictures from celebrations

Celebrities | May 01, 2022, 06:05 PM IST

Anushka Sharma, who is celebrating her 34th birthday, penned a note for herself and also thanked everyone for their love and wishes.

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Anushka Sharma's reaction to Virat Kohli's IPL fifty goes viral | WATCH

Celebrities | Apr 30, 2022, 09:21 PM IST

Anushka Sharma cheered the loudest from the crowd as Virat Kohli hit a fifty during an IPL match recently. His runs came after a long period of dry spell.

Virat Kohli lost his wicket to Mohammed Shami after scoring 58 off 53 deliviries.

The King Is Back: Twitter goes berserk as Virat Kohli slams 50 vs Gujarat Titans

Cricket | Apr 30, 2022, 05:45 PM IST

Kohli has been under the pump for a long time now, and this innings should put a lot of questions to rest. Twitter, as expected, was ablaze after the fifty.

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