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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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Leader who led with grit, passion: BCCI thanks Virat Kohli at end of limited-overs captaincy stint

Cricket | Dec 09, 2021, 06:47 PM IST

In a captaincy that began in 2017, Kohli led India to 65 wins out of 95 matches with an admirable winning percentage of 70.43. He relinquished T20 captaincy at the end of the T20 World Cup where India could not make the knockout stages.

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Quality that Virat has as batter and leader is required in our team: Rohit Sharma

Cricket | Dec 09, 2021, 06:13 PM IST

Rohit feels that a captain's job is 20 per cent on the field and rest at the planning stage where he would like his men to be prepared for the worst, keeping crunch situations in major ICC event encounters in mind.

After Vicky-Katrina & Rajkummar-Patralekhaa's 'day weddings', 6 reasons why its a good choice

After Vicky-Katrina & Rajkummar-Patralekhaa's 'day weddings', 6 reasons why its a good choice

Lifestyle | Dec 09, 2021, 11:31 PM IST

The season for weddings and festivities is here! and the internet is crammed with wedding ideas and inspirations. There is so much to decide and plan before you actually say 'I do', and one of the major things to plan is if you will have a day or an evening wedding. With celebrity couples like Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhhaa, Vicky Kaushal, Katrina Kaif opting for day weddings, we see that this has become one of the first choices for the new couples. Here are a few reasons why a day wedding can be a great option for you too.

Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma. 

Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, December 8, 2021

India | Dec 09, 2021, 12:02 AM IST

India's Number One and the most followed Super Prime Time News Show ‘Aaj Ki Baat – Rajat Sharma Ke Saath was launched just before the 2014 General Elections.

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Beginning Of End: Kohli refuses to step down, BCCI cracks whip, opts for proven leader in Rohit

Cricket | Dec 08, 2021, 10:46 PM IST

The BCCI, it is learnt, waited for the last 48 hours for Kohli, who has already relinquished T20 captaincy, to voluntarily step down from ODI leadership as well but he did not. By the 49th hour, losing the position to Rohit Sharma was simply 'fait accomplish'.

Rohit Sharma will lead India's ODI & T20I teams, going forward.

Rohit Sharma takes over ODI captaincy from Virat Kohli, replaces Ajinkya Rahane as Test vice-captain

Cricket | Dec 08, 2021, 10:10 PM IST

The All-India Senior Selection Committee has picked an 18-member squad for the upcoming 3-match Test series against South Africa starting from 26th December 2021. Rohit Sharma has been named as ODI & T20I captain.

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IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli creates two big captaincy records with series win against New Zealand

Cricket | Dec 06, 2021, 01:01 PM IST

Kohli surpassed his own record that he had set as the skipper for the Indian team back then in 2015.

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IND vs NZ Test series: Virat Kohli credits Wankhede pitch for India's win against New Zealand

Cricket | Dec 06, 2021, 11:52 AM IST

Talking of the first Test in Kanpur, the right-handed batsman praised New Zealand for their valourous efforts for concluding the game in a draw.  

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SA Team Selection: Virat's ODI captaincy, Ishant's place in Test, back-up No. 3 up for discussion

Cricket | Dec 05, 2021, 08:54 PM IST

India are supposed to play three ODIs in South Africa and the biggest question now is whether the country needs two white ball captains which can potentially lead to a clash of ideas.

New Zealand players appeals for the dismissal of India's captain Virat Kohli, right, during the day

IND vs NZ 2nd Test: Kohli was simply not out, says Warne

Cricket | Dec 04, 2021, 01:43 PM IST

Kohli was adjudged LBW by the on-field umpire on the fourth ball of his innings though the bat and pad appeared very close to the ball.

India's Mohammed Siraj,center, celebrates the dismissal of

IND vs NZ 2nd Test Day 3 Highlights: India close to series win as New Zealand finish Day 3 at 140/5

Cricket | Dec 05, 2021, 05:26 PM IST

LIVE India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 3: Get all the Latest Score, Live Updates, Commentary, Scorecard and Live Updates from the India-New Zealand second Test match played at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

India's Mayank Agarwal plays shot during day one of the

India vs New Zealand Highlights 2nd Test Day 1: India 221/4 at Stumps; Mayank hits century

Cricket | Dec 03, 2021, 05:40 PM IST

LIVE India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1: Get all the Latest Score, Live Updates, Commentary, Scorecard and Live Updates from the India-New Zealand second Test match played at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

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IND vs NZ 2nd Test: Kohli declares Wriddhiman fit; hints at extra pacer for overcast conditions

Cricket | Dec 02, 2021, 05:16 PM IST

Mumbai is witnessing heavy unseasonal rain which has caused a sharp drop in temperature. The overcast conditions would bring seam and swing bowlers into the equation due to underlying moisture content.

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Kohli on tour of Omicron-hit South Africa: Hope to get clearer picture in next couple of days

Cricket | Dec 02, 2021, 03:24 PM IST

India captain Virat Kohli said he expects to get a clearer picture on the upcoming tour of South Africa in the next couple of days after it was thrown into uncertainty following the emergence of the new COVID-19 variant, Omicron.

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Kohli's fate as ODI skipper set to be decided in next few days

Cricket | Dec 01, 2021, 10:20 PM IST

The BCCI top brass has said that India's tour of South Africa remains on schedule, though they're keeping a close watch on the situation surrounding the emergence of the new COVID-19 variant in that country.

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IPL 2022: My heart and soul with RCB, says Virat Kohli after being retained by franchise

Cricket | Dec 01, 2021, 08:03 PM IST

RCB revealed their retained players ahead of the mega auction and they were Kohli, Glenn Maxwell and Mohammed Siraj. 

Rohit Sharma

ICC Test Ranking: Rohit only Indian batter in top 5 ahead of Kohli; Iyer enters batting chart

Cricket | Dec 01, 2021, 04:07 PM IST

Off-spinner Ravichandra Ashwin also held on to the second spot among bowlers; pacer Jasprit Bumrah slipped one place to the 10th position.

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IPL 2022 Retention Highlights: Full list of retained and released players by eight IPL teams

Cricket | Nov 30, 2021, 11:16 PM IST

IPL 2022 Retention Live Updates: Follow Live Updates from the IPL 2022 Retention deadline day as all eight IPL teams will declare their list of players that they have retained for IPL 2022 at 9:30 PM on November 30.

India stand-in captain Ajinkya Rahane reacts during the Day five of the India vs New Zealand first T

IND vs NZ: Management will take a call on playing XI, says Rahane on Shreyas form and Kohli return

Cricket | Nov 29, 2021, 06:30 PM IST

Rahane, who has been short of runs for a while now, also praised debutant Shreyas Iyer but did not divulge who would make way for Virat Kohli in the next Test in Mumbai.

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma

Virat Kohli shares romantic postcard moment with Anushka Sharma, see pic

Celebrities | Nov 28, 2021, 06:39 PM IST

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli, popularly known as Virushka by fans have given social media another #CoupleGoals moment. Sharing a postcard photo on social media, Virat penned a heartfelt note for his lady love. Check it out here!