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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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Anushka Sharma gets trolled after team India's defeat to Pak in T20 World Cup

Anushka Sharma gets trolled after team India's defeat to Pak in T20 World Cup

Celebrities | Oct 26, 2021, 05:59 PM IST

This is not the first time that Anushka Sharma has been subjected to such massive trolling. In the past too, she has found herself at the centre of hate after every key match of Team India. In 2016, Virat Kohli had come out in support of Anushka when trolls spewed venom against her after Kohli's less than perfect performance in the T20 internationals.

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IND vs PAK T20 World Cup: Kohli handled defeat with so much grace, says Sana Mir

Cricket | Oct 26, 2021, 02:15 PM IST

Virat Kohli is a "role model" for being an epitome of grace even in defeat which shows that the India captain is a secure individual, feels former Pakistan women's cricket team skipper Sana Mir.

Virat Kohli at press conference after IND vs PAK clash

IND vs PAK: Virat Kohli's epic reply after India's loss - 'You will drop Rohit Sharma?' Watch Video

Cricket | Oct 25, 2021, 05:22 PM IST

Kohli was talking to the media after the emphatic 10-wicket loss that ended his side's 12-match winning streak against the arch-rivals in World Cups.  

India captain Virat Kohli expects the pitches in the UAE to aid both batsmen and bowlers. (File Phot

IND vs PAK T20 WC: Kohli expects better pitches than IPL during World Cup

Cricket | Oct 23, 2021, 07:12 PM IST

India captain Virat Kohli expects the pitches on offer for the T20 World Cup will be better compared to the ones that were on offer during the recently concluded IPL.

File photo of Virat Kohli (right) with Hardik Pandya.

IND vs PAK T20 WC: Kohli backs 'batter' Hardik Pandya ahead of India-Pakistan clash

Cricket | Oct 23, 2021, 04:55 PM IST

India captain Virat Kohli said Hardik Pandya's prowess as a batter for the crucial number six spot is such that his replacement 'can't be created overnight' and his place in the playing XI is non-negotiable even if he can't bowl full steam in the T20 World Cup.

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IND vs PAK T20 WC: Kohli warns detractors; won't give fodder to create controversy

Cricket | Oct 23, 2021, 06:11 PM IST

India captain Virat Kohli on Saturday refused to get into any debate on the rationale behind his decision to quit national T20 captaincy after the ongoing T20 World Cup, saying he won't provide fodder to controversy seekers.

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T20 World Cup: Kohli, De Villiers deserve credit for my success, says Maxwell

Cricket | Oct 20, 2021, 02:49 PM IST

Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has attributed his return to form to IPL teammates Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers, saying he has reaped rich dividends by spending time with the duo during his stint with Royal Challengers Bangalore in UAE.

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Virat Kohli-Anushka Sharma's lunch date photo goes viral; Vamika's cute piggy tails make fans go aww

Celebrities | Oct 20, 2021, 01:35 PM IST

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's latest picture has gone viral on social media. The photo also features their daughter Vamika and their fans are going gaga over her cute piggy tails.

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T20 World Cup 2021: I will bat at No. 3, KL Rahul will open with Rohit Sharma: Virat Kohli

Cricket | Oct 18, 2021, 07:49 PM IST

The Indian skipper kept it open-ended when asked about the team's top-six batters going into the opening match of the tournament against arch-rivals Pakistan on October 24.

Anushka Sharma shares photo of Virat Kohl with Vamika

Anushka Sharma shares heartwarming photo of Virat Kohli with daughter Vamika, says 'my whole heart'

Celebrities | Oct 18, 2021, 05:00 PM IST

After a heartwarming picture with her little munchkin on Durga Ashtami, Anushka Sharma on Monday shared another cute photo of daughter Vamika with Virat Kohli.

Virat Kohli imitates Shikhar Dhawan's batting style; posts video on his Twitter profile

Virat Kohli imitates Shikhar Dhawan's batting style; posts video on his Twitter profile

Cricket | Oct 18, 2021, 12:35 PM IST

Indian captain Virat Kohli on Monday posted a video mimicking the batting style of opening batter Shikhar Dhawan.

T20 World Cup 2021: Win this for Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina tells Team India players

T20 World Cup 2021: Win this for Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina tells Team India players

Cricket | Oct 17, 2021, 04:16 PM IST

Kohli will step down as the India T20 skipper after the T20 World Cup, though he has said that he would continue to lead the country in Tests and One-day Internationals.

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Anushka Sharma-Virat Kohli's quarantine pics are all about 'love in the time of bubble'

Celebrities | Oct 16, 2021, 11:03 PM IST

Taking to her Instagram, Anushka Sharma showed off how she stayed in touch with Virat Kohli while quarantine keeps them apart. The actress dropped several pics of Virat standing in a balcony away from her. Take a look

Dhoni's presence, eye for intricate details will increase our confidence in T20 World Cup: Virat Koh

Dhoni's presence will increase our confidence in T20 World Cup: Virat Kohli

Cricket | Oct 16, 2021, 07:13 PM IST

Dhoni was last month brought in as mentor of India's 15-member T20 World Cup squad by the BCCI, a move that took everyone by surprise.

No idea exactly what's happening: Virat Kohli on Rahul Dravid's probable appointment as head coach

No idea exactly what's happening: Virat Kohli on Rahul Dravid's probable appointment as head coach

Cricket | Oct 16, 2021, 07:07 PM IST

Batting great and former captain Dravid is all set to take over as the national cricket team's head coach following the T20 World Cup.

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Top 10 moments from IPL 2021: From Dhoni-led CSK title triumph to Kohli's captaincy farewell

Cricket | Oct 16, 2021, 03:45 PM IST

We handpick 10 unforgettable moments from the 2021 Indian Premier League after MS Dhoni's CSK clinched their fourth title on Friday.

T20 World Cup 2021: India should build around KL Rahul, it will ease pressure off Virat Kohli: Brett

T20 WC: India should build around Rahul, it will ease pressure off Kohli, says Lee

Cricket | Oct 14, 2021, 10:57 AM IST

Lee believes the Men in Blue, who won the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, are strong contenders to win the tournament that starts on Sunday.

Anushka Sharma shares adorable pic with her daughter Vamika as she sends wishes on Ashtami

Anushka Sharma shares adorable pic with her daughter Vamika as she sends wishes on Ashtami

Celebrities | Oct 13, 2021, 11:57 PM IST

Bollywood actress Anushka on Wednesday treated her fans with an adorable picture of her daughter Vamika as she wished everyone a happy Durga Ashtami.

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Rashid Khan picks Kohli, Pandya in his top-five T20 players

Cricket | Oct 13, 2021, 01:22 PM IST

The Afghan spinner also picked retired South African legend A B de Villiers, New Zealand captain Kane Williamson and West Indian swashbuckler Kieron Pollard among his favourites.

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Virat Kohli has given RCB kind of profile, very few could give their franchise: Sunil Gavaskar

Cricket | Oct 12, 2021, 05:17 PM IST

Kohli's dreams of winning an IPL title with RCB ended in a heartbreak after Kolkata Knight Riders beat them by four wickets in the eliminator on Monday.