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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 completes 10 years in Test cricket

Virat Kohli completes 10 years in Test cricket

Cricket | Jun 20, 2021, 05:00 PM IST

Since his debut 10 years ago, Kohli has represented India in 92 Tests and is currently leading the side in the final of the inaugural World Test Championship against New Zealand.

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WTC Final: Bharat Army dedicates song to Virat Kohli, video goes viral

Cricket | Jun 20, 2021, 02:42 PM IST

On the second day of this match in Ages Bowl, Indian cricket team fans Bharat Army did something that is becoming quite viral on social media. 

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WTC Final: Five key moments from IND vs NZ 2nd day's play

Cricket | Jun 20, 2021, 10:26 AM IST

From Virat Kohli's batting masterclass to Jamieson hitting Rahane on the helmet, Day 2 of the match showed how Indian batsmen tested patience of New Zealand pacers.

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WTC Final | Bad light plays spoilsport after Virat Kohli leads India's charge on Day 2

Cricket | Jun 19, 2021, 11:12 PM IST

The skipper got good support from Ajinkya Rahane (29 not out off 79) in the final session where bad light stopped play twice before umpires called it a day.

WTC Final: Fans resort to boos, Virat Kohli annoyed as bad light plays spoilsport

WTC Final: Fans resort to boos, Virat Kohli annoyed as bad light plays spoilsport

Cricket | Jun 19, 2021, 10:15 PM IST

While things went fine in the first half of the second day, poor visibility affected the latter half.

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WTC Final | Virat Kohli equals Sunil Gavaskar's record, crosses 7500 Test runs

Cricket | Jun 19, 2021, 08:16 PM IST

Kohli is now the joint 4th fastest to the milestone with legendary Sunil Gavaskar, having achieved the feat in 154 innings. 

WTC Final: Kohli questions umpire's review for caught-behind despite no DRS signal from NZ

WTC Final: Kohli questions umpire's review for caught-behind despite no DRS signal from NZ

Cricket | Jun 19, 2021, 07:05 PM IST

Virat Kohli questioned umpire Richard Illingworth's decision to go upstairs despite New Zealand captain Kane Williamson failing to ask for a review within the 15-second limit.

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WTC Final | Openers Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill emulate Sachin-Ganguly's feat against New Zealand

Cricket | Jun 19, 2021, 05:27 PM IST

Rohit (34 off 68 balls) and Gill (28 off 64 balls) added 62 for the opening stand as they looked impressive against the New Zealand seam attack under overcast conditions after being put into bat.

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Kohli pips Dhoni to become most capped Test skipper from Asia; scripts two more records

Cricket | Jun 19, 2021, 02:52 PM IST

Kohli also became the first player in world cricket to feature in ICC tournament finals in all three formats.

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You've got to play mind games while bowling to Virat Kohli: Dale Steyn

Cricket | Jun 18, 2021, 02:10 PM IST

Steyn said he used to apply a few tricks to break the current Indian team skipper's confidence by "playing mind games" when Kohli was finding his feet in the Indian side

Live Cricket Score, India vs New Zealand WTC Final, Day 1: Live updates from Southampton

India vs New Zealand WTC Final, Day 1: Play called off due to rain

Cricket | Jun 18, 2021, 07:45 PM IST

Live Cricket Score, India vs New Zealand WTC Final, Day 1: Follow Live Updates and commentary of Day 1 of World Test Championship final in Southampton

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Anushka Sharma savours scones & tea in England while watching cricket, Dhanashree calls her 'sweet'

Celebrities | Jun 18, 2021, 11:30 AM IST

From sharing random click on the way to giving a glimpse of the stadium, actress Anushka Sharma has been giving a sneak peek of the tournament to her fans. 

India vs New Zealand, World Test Championship Final Live Streaming: How to watch Live WTC Final

India vs New Zealand, World Test Championship Final Live Streaming: How to watch Live WTC Final

Cricket | Jun 18, 2021, 11:04 AM IST

Live Streaming India vs New Zealand, World Test Championship Final: How to watch Live WTC Final IND vs NZ Online on Hotstar Live Cricket TV

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WTC Final to start 30 minutes early; Kohli, Williamson to walk out for toss before scheduled time

Cricket | Jun 17, 2021, 09:51 PM IST

Earlier in the day, India announced their XI featuring three seamers and two spin-bowling options.

Kane Williamson and Virat Kohli, WTC Final

WTC Final: Kohli eyes legacy, Williamson prize for consistency in battle of equals

Cricket | Jun 17, 2021, 09:58 PM IST

India will meet New Zealand in the final of the World Test Championship from June 18-22.

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WTC Final | We have our bases covered, it's an occasion to be enjoyed: Virat Kohli

Cricket | Jun 17, 2021, 08:36 PM IST

Kohli also paid tribute to the concept of World Test Championship and described it as "a very positive step in the right direction". 

IND vs NZ | India announce playing XI for WTC final against New Zealand

IND vs NZ | India announce playing XI for WTC final against New Zealand

Cricket | Jun 17, 2021, 07:41 PM IST

The BCCI announced the Indian playing XI for the final of the World Test Championship against New Zealand, which will be played between June 18-22.

India skipper Virat Kohli

WTC Final | Cricket won't stop for us even if we lose against New Zealand, says Virat Kohli

Cricket | Jun 17, 2021, 07:05 PM IST

Recalling India's historic World Cup win of 2011, Kohli said that 'life goes on' and the clash against the Kiwis should also be treated in the same way. 

Anushka Sharma shares 'random photos' from Ageas Bowl

Anushka Sharma shares 'random photos' from Ageas Bowl

Celebrities | Jun 17, 2021, 06:56 PM IST

Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma is currently in Southampton, England with her cricketer husband Virat Kohli treated her fans with some 'random clicks'.

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WTC Final: Virat Kohli's opportunity to create his own legacy

Cricket | Jun 17, 2021, 11:50 AM IST

For Kohli, India's most successful Test captain, a trophy-less cabinet doesn't do justice to the champion performer that he has been for a decade.

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