Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli (Hindi pronunciation: [ʋɪˈɾɑːʈ ˈkoːɦli] ; born 5 November 1988) is an Indian international
cricketer who plays Test and One Day International (ODI) cricket for the Indian national team. A
former captain in all formats, Kohli retired from Twenty20 International (T20I) following India's win
at the 2024 T20 World Cup. He is a right-handed batsman and an occasional unorthodox right arm
quick bowler. He represents Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and
Delhi in domestic cricket. He holds the record as the highest run-scorer in IPL, ranks third in T20I,
third in ODI, and stands as the fourth-highest in international cricket.[5] He also holds the record for
scoring the most centuries in ODI cricket and stands second in the list of most international
centuries scored. Kohli is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time and the
greatest batsman in the modern era. Kohli was a key member of the Indian team that won the 2011
Cricket World Cup, 2013 Champions Trophy and 2024 T20 World Cup and captained India to win the
ICC Test mace three consecutive times in 2017, 2018, and 2019.[6]

In 2013, Kohli was ranked number one in the ICC rankings for ODI batsmen. In 2015, he achieved the
summit of T20I rankings.[7] In 2018, he was ranked top Test batsman, making him the only Indian
cricketer to hold the number one spot in all three formats of the game. He is the first player to score
20,000 runs in a decade. In 2020, the International Cricket Council named him the male cricketer of
the decade.[8]

Kohli has garnered 10 ICC Awards which is more than any player in International Cricket, making
him the most decorated player in International Cricket history. He won the ICC ODI Player of the Year
award four times in 2012, 2017, 2018, and 2023. He also won the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy, given
to the ICC Cricketer of the Year, on two occasions, in 2017 and 2018 respectively. In 2018, he
became the first player to win both ICC ODI and Test Player of the Year awards in the same year.
Also, he was named the Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World for three consecutive years, from
2016 to 2018. Kohli has the second most and most 'Player of the Match' and 'Player of the Series'
awards to his name, respectively, in all three formats combined. At the national level, Kohli was
honoured with the Arjuna Award in 2013, the Padma Shri in 2017, and India's highest sporting
honour, the Khel Ratna Award, in 2018. In 2018, Time magazine included him on its list of the 100
most influential people in the world.

After winning the 2024 T20 World Cup, Kohli announced his retirement from T20I.[9]
Early life Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli was born on 5 November 1988 in Delhi

into a Punjabi Hindu family. His father, Prem Nath
Kohli, worked as a criminal lawyer, and his
mother, Saroj Kohli, served as a housewife. He
has an older brother, Vikas, and an older sister,
Bhawna.[10] Kohli's formative years were spent in
Uttam Nagar. He commenced his early education
at Vishal Bharti Public School.[11] According to his
family, Kohli exhibited an early affinity for cricket
as a three-year-old. He would pick up a cricket bat
and request his father to bowl to him.[12]
Kohli in 2024
In 1998, the West Delhi Cricket Academy (WDCA)
was created. On 30 May of that year, Prem Nath Brand ambassador of Border Security Force
(2013-present)[1]
Kohli, who'd espoused his younger son's fervour
for cricket, assisted nine-year-old Kohli's Personal details

aspirations and arranged for him to meet Born 5 November 1988

[13]
Rajkumar Sharma. Upon the suggestion of Delhi, India
their neighbours, Kohli's father considered
Height 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)[2]
enrolling his son in a professional cricket
academy, as they believed that his cricketing Spouse Anushka Sharma ​(m. 2017)
abilities merited more than just playing in gully
Profession Cricketer
cricket.[14] Despite his abilities, he faced the
setback of being unable to secure a place in the Awards Padma Shri
under-14 Delhi team, supposedly due to Arjuna Award

extraneous factors. Prem Kohli reportedly Major Dhyanchand

Khel Ratna Award
received offers to relocate his son to influential
clubs, which would have ensured his selection, Nickname(s) Cheeku[a]
but he declined the proposals. Kohli eventually King Kohli[4]
found his way into the under-15 Delhi team.[15] He
received training at the academy while Personal information
simultaneously participating in matches at the
Batting Right-handed
Sumeet Dogra Academy located at Vasundhara
Enclave.[16] In pursuit of furthering his cricketing Bowling Right-arm medium
career, he transitioned to Saviour Convent School Right-arm off break
during his ninth-grade education.[14]
Role Top-order batter

On 18 December 2006, Kohli experienced the loss Website viratkohli.foundation

[14][17]
of his father due to a cerebral attack. During (https://viratkohli.fou
his childhood, his father played a crucial role in ndation)
supporting his cricket training. Kohli has credited
International information
his father as the one who drove him to practice
every day. He has expressed his feelings of National side India (2008–present)
[11][18]
missing his father's presence at times.
Test debut (cap 269) 20 June 2011 v West
According to his mother, Kohli's demeanour
Indies
shifted noticeably after his father's death. He took
cricket with newfound seriousness, prioritizing Last Test 4 January

playing time and dedicating himself fully to the 2024 v South Africa

sport.[14] Kohli's family resided in Meera Bagh, ODI debut (cap 175) 18 August 2008 v Sri
Paschim Vihar until the year 2015, after which Lanka
[19]
they relocated to Gurgaon.
Last ODI 19 November
2023 v Australia
Career
ODI shirt no. 18

Player profile T20I debut (cap 31) 12 June

2010 v Zimbabwe

Comparisons to Sachin Tendulkar Last T20I 29 June 2024 v South

Africa
Kohli's batting style and approach to the game
T20I shirt no. 18
have frequently drawn comparisons to the
legendary Sachin Tendulkar, whom he regarded Domestic team information
as the epitome of excellence in the sport of Years Team
[20][21]
cricket. Dubbed as Tendulkar's "successor",
2006–present Delhi
he is widely considered to have the potential to
surpass his records in the future.[22][23] His 2008–present Royal Challengers
reverence for Tendulkar as a role model, whom he Bengaluru

idolized in his formative years and sought to Career statistics

emulate, is well-documented. Kohli has stated
that he tried to mirror Tendulkar's style of batting,
imitating his shots and attempting to hit sixes in a
similar manner.[24] Kohli's aggressive and Competition Test ODI FC
dynamic style has earned him accolades from
cricketing greats such as Vivian Richards, who Matches 113 292 145

has acknowledged Kohli's similarities to his own

Runs scored 8,848 13,848 1109
[25]
playing style. He has been lauded as the "new
king of world cricket" by Dean Jones, a former Batting average 49.15 58.67 50.2

Australian cricketer.[26] While Indian commentator

100s/50s 29/30 50/72 36/3
Aakash Chopra has noted that Tendulkar
possessed a broader array of shots,[27] Kohli's Top score 254* 183 254*
skills with the bat have earned him accolades
Balls bowled 175 662 643
from former West Indies great Brian Lara, who
has ranked him among the best batsmen in the Wickets 0 5 3
world alongside Joe Root, the England captain at
Bowling average – 136.00 112
the time.[28]
5 wickets in innings – 0 0
In a discourse with the prominent Bollywood
actor Salman Khan, Tendulkar proclaimed that 10 wickets in match – 0 0
Kohli possesses the potential to surpass his
Best bowling – 1/13 1/19
record of 100 international centuries. Tendulkar
also acknowledged Kohli's batting aptitudes and Catches/stumpings 111/– 151/– 142/
the steadfastness with which he has
Medal record [hide]
accumulated runs.[29] In 2013, Tendulkar retired
from international cricket, marking the end of an
era for Indian cricket. Kohli, who played alongside
Tendulkar in the team, honoured him by
presenting him with a sacred thread that had
been gifted to him by his late father. Tendulkar
eventually returned the thread to him, imploring
that it should remain in his possession.[30]

Playing style

Kohli is considered as an enterprising batsman,

possessing technical abilities and a dynamic
playing demeanour.[31][32] His customarily batting
position in ODl cricket is at number three, with a
slightly open-chested stance,[33] and a resolute
grip on the bottom handle of his bat. He has been
Men's cricket
noted for his agile footwork, expansive range of
strokes, and his propensity for adeptly Representing India
orchestrating innings whilst thriving in high-
Cricket World Cup
pressure situations.[34][35] In his batting technique,
Kohli tends to favour playing grounded shots 2011 India-Bangladesh-Sri
Winner
rather than attempting big hits. He is appreciated Lanka

for his ability to execute wrist shots and his

Runner-
consistent prowess in the mid-wicket and cover 2023 India
up
region.[36][37]
ICC Men's T20 World Cup

2024 West Indies–United

Winner
States

Runner-
2014 Bangladesh
up

ICC Champions Trophy

Winner 2013 England and Wales

Kohli playing his famous flick shot at Runner-

2017 England and Wales
the 2015 Cricket World Cup up

Kohli has often expressed his admiration for the ICC World Test Championship
cover drive, which he considers to be his
signature stroke. He possesses a natural aptitude Runner-
2021 England
up
for the flick shot, particularly when facing
deliveries aimed towards leg stump.[12] Having a Runner-
2023 England
limited recourse to the sweep shot, Kohli's batting up
technique is characterized by an emphasis on
Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup
ground shots that primarily yield runs in the
regions between deep square leg and mid-on.[38] Winner 2008 Malaysia
Kohli is known for his composed batting
technique and versatility in his play. He scores Asia Cup

runs between long-off and long-on with an Winner 2010 Sri Lanka
aligned bat, while also possessing the ability to
display a destructive streak. His combination of Winner 2016 Bangladesh

bat-speed and supple wrist movements enable

him to craft innovative angles that disrupt Winner 2023 Pakistan-Sri Lanka
[39]
traditional field positioning. Kohli is also a
proficient fielder, recognized for his quick reflexes Source: ESPNcricinfo (https://www.espncricinf
and sure-handedness.[40] o.com/cricketers/virat-kohli-253802) , 13
June 2024
However, Kohli has a known vulnerability to
deliveries that are wide of the off-stump.[41] Signature
Bowlers often exploit this weakness by targeting
him with such deliveries, especially in Test and
ODl matches.[42] This vulnerability has resulted in
Kohli's dismissal on numerous occasions.[43][44]
Cricket experts such as VVS Laxman and former
India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar have acknowledged this weakness,[45][46] and former New Zealand
cricketer Richard Hadlee has also noted that Kohli is particularly susceptible to out-swinging
deliveries.[47]

Kohli has garnered widespread acclaim and recognition as a preeminent limited-overs batsman by
cricketing experts and aficionados alike.[48][49] In ODIs, he boasts an average of 65.5 runs when
batting second and 51.7 runs when batting first.[50] He has amassed 27 of his 50 ODI hundreds in
run-chases,[51] and holds the record for the most hundreds scored when batting second.[52] In
reference to his success while batting second, Kohli has expressed a fondness for the challenge of
chasing, relishing the opportunity to test himself and demonstrate his ability to efficiently manage
strike rotation and execute boundary hits.[53] His colleagues admire his self-assurance, dedication,
concentration, and work ethic, which are the driving forces behind his success.[54][55]

Aggression

Kohli's playing style is widely regarded as aggressive, a trait that extends to his leadership on the
field. He is well known for his passionate and animated responses to on-field situations,
demonstrating a fierce competitiveness.[56][57] His captaincy is characterized as proactive, taking
bold decisions and leading the team by example.[58] Kohli has been the subject of much media
scrutiny and criticism in the early stages of his career. He was often portrayed as a brash and
arrogant individual, eliciting mixed reactions from fans, critics and former cricketers alike.[59][60]
While some have praised his assertiveness and confidence,[61][62] others have criticized Kohli's
behaviour for crossing the boundaries of fair play and for losing control, sometimes resulting in a
loss of composure.[63] Despite his efforts to curb his aggressive behaviour, Kohli has acknowledged
that there are times when intense pressure or high-stakes situations may challenge his resolve.
Nevertheless, the cricketer has persistently maintained that his aggression acts as a source of
inspiration and drives his focus and motivation on the field.[64] Writing for The New York Times, Huw
Richards noted Kohli's self-assuredness and "assertiveness" in contrast to some former Indian
cricketers who he felt had exhibited an inclination towards excessive politeness and reticence, and
that Kohli embodies his combative demeanour both on and off the cricket field.[65]

Public image and in media

Virat Kohli with Audi Q7

In 2008, Kohli was approached by sports agent Bunty Sajdeh of Cornerstone Sport and
Entertainment after his notable performance in the ICC Under-19 World Cup. Sajdeh was impressed
with Kohli's leadership skills and attitude and saw great potential in the young cricketer. After being
recommended by Yuvraj Singh, Kohli was signed to Cornerstone Sport and Entertainment.[66] Over
the years, Kohli's brand endorsement portfolio has experienced significant growth. In 2013, it was
reported that his endorsements were valued at over ₹1 billion (US$12 million).[67] In 2023, his brand
value reached ₹1,000 crore (US$120 million).[68] His bat deal with MRF is regarded as one of the
most financially rewarding deals in cricket history.[69] In 2017, Kohli entered into a notable
endorsement agreement with Puma that spanned over eight years and was estimated to be worth
around ₹1.1 billion (US$13 million). This deal made Kohli the first Indian athlete to sign a brand
endorsement contract valued at ₹100 crore (equivalent to ₹140 crore or US$17 million in 2023) deal
with a brand.[70] As of January 2023, Kohli is widely regarded as the most marketable cricketer, with
annual earnings estimated at ₹165 crore (equivalent to ₹175 crore or US$21 million in 2023).[71]
Kohli is currently recognized as the most followed Asian individual on the social media platform
Instagram, boasting over 266 million followers on the platform. Reports indicate that he is able to
command a fee of ₹8.9 crore (equivalent to ₹9.4 crore or US$1.1 million in 2023) for each
sponsored post on the platform.[72]
 Virat Kohli's signed
bat at Blades of Glory
Cricket Museum,
Pune

Kohli has gained international acclaim for his athletic achievements and widespread popularity,
earning a prominent place among the world's most renowned athletes, as per ESPN.[73][74] In 2014,
American Appraisal conducted an evaluation of Kohli's brand value and determined it to be $56.4
million, placing him fourth on the list of India's most valued celebrity brands.[75] The following two
years saw Kohli's brand value soar higher. As per a report published in October 2016 by Duff &
Phelps, Kohli's brand worth had increased to $92 million, second only to that of Bollywood actor
Shah Rukh Khan.[76] In 2017, Kohli was recognized by Forbes as the seventh "Most Valuable Brand
among Athletes", surpassing renowned sports figures such as Lionel Messi, Rory McIlroy, and
Stephen Curry, with a brand estimation of $14.5 million.[77] By September of the same year, Kohli
had amassed endorsement agreements with 17 distinct brands, and he announced that he would
only endorse products that he personally uses and believes in.[78] The following year, he was
featured on Time magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.[79] In 2019,
Kohli was the only cricketer included in Forbes' list of "World's 100 Highest-Paid Athletes". He was
ranked 100th on the list, with earnings estimated at $25 million, with $21 million being procured
through endorsements, and the remainder from salary and tournament winnings.[80] Furthermore, in
March 2019, Kohli was named the brand ambassador of the mobile esports platform, Mobile
Premier League.[81] Kohli's earning potential continued to climb, and in 2020, he attained the 66th
spot in Forbes compilation of the top 100 highest-paid athletes in the world for the year 2020, with
estimated earnings exceeding $26 million.[82] In April 2021, Vivo appointed Kohli as their brand
ambassador ahead of the Indian Premier League.[83]

In 2012, Kohli was recognized as one of the best-dressed men by the fashion magazine GQ,
appearing on their annual list alongside prominent figures such as Barack Obama.[84] Six years later,
in 2018, a documentary highlighting Kohli's cricketing career was released on National Geographic
channel. The film aimed to celebrate his accomplishments in the sport.[85] The following year, on the
eve of the 2019 Cricket World Cup a tribute was bestowed upon Kohli. Madame Tussauds renowned
for their lifelike wax figures, unveiled an exquisite creation of Kohli in London.[86] Continuing the
string of accolades, in 2019, on the eleventh anniversary of his international debut, Kohli was
honoured with a stand named after him at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in Delhi, making him the
youngest cricketer to receive such a recognition.[87] In November of the same year, an Indian
animated superhero television series entitled Super V premiered, featuring a fictionalized portrayal
of Kohli's teenage years and his discovery of superpowers.[88]

Personal life

Kohli with wife Anushka

Sharma in their Mumbai
reception

Kohli's romantic association with Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, which commenced in 2013,
earned the duo the moniker of "Virushka".[89] During an interview with Graham Bensinger, Kohli
divulged that he had encountered Sharma for the first time, when they were both were engaged in a
promotional shoot for Clear shampoo.[90] Their union since then has attracted significant media
interest, with persistent rumours and speculations swirling around in the press, as both parties
remained reticent about publicly discussing the relationship.[91] On 11 December 2017, the couple
exchanged nuptials in an intimate ceremony held in Florence, Italy, becoming one of the most
talked-about celebrity couples in the country.[92] On 11 January 2021, the couple had their first child,
a daughter, who was named Vamika.[93] The child's name, Vamika, is derived from Sanskrit, meaning
"little goddess".[94] On 15 February 2024, the couple welcomed their second child, a boy named
Akaay.[95]

In 2018, Kohli disclosed that he had made the decision to adopt a vegetarian diet in an effort to
alleviate the symptoms of a cervical spine issue caused by elevated levels of uric acid. This
condition was impacting his finger movements, and thus, affecting his performance as a batsman.
He made a conscious effort to abstain from consuming meat, as part of his regimen for maintaining
optimal health.[96] He has since clarified that his dietary choices do not align with a vegan lifestyle
and he continues to consume dairy products and eggs effectively making what is known in India as
an eggetarian.[97][98][99][100][101] Kohli is widely recognized for his physical fitness and intense training
regimen.[102] He has been an advocate of leading a healthy lifestyle, which involves regular exercise
and a nutritious diet. His hard work and discipline in this area have earned him the reputation of
being one of the fittest cricketers in the world.[103]

Kohli has acknowledged to harbour a belief in superstitions. He has publicly avowed his reliance
upon various lucky charms and rituals that he feels serve to bring him good fortune on the cricket
field. One such tradition involves the donning of black wristbands, which he adheres to as a
talismanic tradition. Additionally, he is known to prefer a particular pair of gloves, which he has
consistently worn due to their supposed propensity to bring him success.[10] Furthermore, Kohli has
been observed sporting a kara, a traditional bangle often worn for religious or spiritual purposes, on
his right arm since 2012.[104] In addition to the previously mentioned superstitions, Kohli has also
established the ritual of consistently donning white shoes on the cricket field.[105] Kohli has tattoos
of the revered Hindu deity Lord Shiva, the sacred syllable "Om", the names of his parents, Prem and
Saroj, a tribal emblem, a representation of a serene monastery, a samurai warrior, the astrological
symbol of the scorpion, and his ODl and Test match cap numbers.[106][107]

Outside cricket

Commercial investments

Kohli at the opening

ceremony of the Pro Kabaddi
League in June 2016

Kohli invested in Indian Super League club FC Goa, which he co-owned as of 2024, reflects his
ambition to support and cultivate the growth of football in India. Beyond the realm of cricket, this
venture served as a future business opportunity for him, as he sought to diversify his portfolio after
retirement from the sport.[108] In November 2014, Kohli partnered with Anjana Reddy's Universal
Sportsbiz (USPL) to launch the youth fashion brand WROGN. The brand specialized in men's casual
wear clothing and entered into collaborations with prominent retail outlets such as Myntra and
Shopper's Stop.[109] Additionally, in late 2014, Kohli became a shareholder and brand ambassador
for the London-based social networking venture "Sport Convo". His involvement aimed to promote
and raise awareness of the platform, which was focused on providing a space for sports fans to
connect and engage with one another.[110]

In 2015, Kohli invested a sum of ₹90 crore (US$11 million) towards the establishment of a chain of
health clubs and fitness centers throughout India. Dubbed as "Chisel", the network of gyms was
established through a joint venture between Kohli, Chisel India, and CSE (Cornerstone Sport and
Entertainment), the organization responsible for managing Kohli's commercial pursuits.[111] In
September of the same year, Kohli expanded his portfolio of sports-related investments by
becoming a co-owner of the International Premier Tennis League franchise, UAE Royals.[112] In quick
succession, he also became a co-owner of the JSW-owned Bengaluru Yodhas franchise in the Pro
Wrestling League.[113]

In the year 2016, Kohli embarked on a new venture, which aimed to promote fitness among children.
He joined forces with Stepathlon Lifestyle to launch Stepathlon Kids. The initiative aimed to
encourage young individuals to adopt healthy lifestyle habits and inculcate the love for physical
activity.[114]

In 2017, Kohli entered into a partnership with the German sportswear brand, Puma, to launch his
athletic lifestyle brand, One8. This brand offers a range of sport-related apparel, footwear, and
accessories designed for active individuals.[115] That same year, Kohli also established Nueva, a fine
dining establishment located in New Delhi. The restaurant features a South American-inspired decor
accentuated with Native American artwork, providing a distinctive culinary setting.[116] Kohli also
established One8 Commune, a chain of restaurant-bars that offer a modern and sophisticated
ambiance that appeals to a diverse age range. This marked his inaugural foray into the food and
beverage industry. The first outlet of this restaurant was launched in 2017.[117]

In 2022, Kohli and his spouse made an investment of ₹2.5 crore (equivalent to ₹2.9 crore or
US$350,000 in 2023) in Digit, an insurance-based startup.[118] Additionally, they also extended their
support to Blue Tribe, a startup that specializes in the production and distribution of plant-based
meat products. Driven by his own inclination towards a plant-based diet, Kohli aims to raise
awareness and encourage individuals to adopt more sustainable and environmentally conscious
practices.[119]
Philanthropy

Virat Kohli at charity dinner for Smile

Foundation

In 2013, Kohli established the "Virat Kohli Foundation" with a philanthropic objective to support
underprivileged children.[120] The foundation collaborates with a selected group of NGOs to increase
awareness and gather support for various causes that are instrumental in advancing their mission
of promoting the welfare and well-being of these children.[121][122] In 2014, the foundation
participated in a charity auction organized by eBay and Save the Children India, the proceeds of
which were directed towards the education and healthcare of underprivileged children.[123] Kohli is
dedicated to creating a brighter future for children by implementing sports-based programs and
providing them with necessary resources, leveraging his connections and partnerships to uplift
marginalized segments of society.[124]

Kohli's foundation has organized several charity events to raise funds for its causes, including
football matches featuring prominent Indian cricketers and Bollywood actors. The first such event
was a celebrity football match in collaboration with Abhishek Bachchan's charity foundation, which
drew significant media attention and was successful in raising funds.[125] In this match, Kohli
captained the All Hearts FC against the All Stars FC, led by Abhishek Bachchan.[126] Another charity
football match, dubbed the "Celebrity Clasico", was held in June 2016 in Mumbai, with Kohli once
again leading the All Hearts FC against the All Stars FC, captained by Ranbir Kapoor. This event was
also a major success in generating funds for charitable causes.[127]

In 2016, the Virat Kohli Foundation entered into a partnership with Smile Foundation to promote the
empowerment of underprivileged children and young people. To kickstart this initiative, Kohli
organized a philanthropic dinner at Grand Hyatt, Mumbai, graced by the presence of cricketing
luminaries such as MS Dhoni, Shikhar Dhawan, Yuvraj Singh, Ajinkya Rahane, and KL Rahul to
support the cause of child and youth empowerment.[128] To advance the goals of the Swachh Bharat
Mission (SBM), which aims at creating a cleaner India, Kohli and the Indian cricket team, in
collaboration with Anurag Thakur, undertook a cleaning initiative at the Eden Gardens on the
occasion of Gandhi Jayanti of 2016.[129]
Prior to a match against Sri Lanka in the 2017 Champions Trophy, Kohli hosted a benevolent gala
event in London in support of the Justice and Care organization. The ball was arranged with the
objective of increasing both funds and awareness for the humanitarian cause championed by
Justice and Care. The organization endeavors to combat the pernicious issues of human trafficking
and contemporary slavery.[130] In 2017, Kohli established the Athlete Development Programme
(ADP) as a platform for nurturing and supporting aspiring young athletes. This initiative provides
comprehensive guidance to these young athletes in areas such as coaching, training, fitness,
competition, and nutrition, thereby fostering their growth and development. The program has proven
beneficial to several young sports persons, including tennis player Swastika Ghosh and golfer Aadil
Bedi.[131]

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020, Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma pledged
donations to the PM CARES Fund and the Maharashtra CM Relief Fund.[132] The couple has a strong
passion for animal welfare and have made personal contributions towards wildlife relief efforts.
Through his support of Awaaz, Kohli seeks to provide comprehensive medical services, shelter, and
sustenance to stray animals.[133]

Career summary

Kohli has made 80 centuries which includes 7 double centuries in international cricket—29 centuries
including 7 double centuries in Test cricket, 50 centuries in One Day Internationals (ODIs)
surpassing the record of Sachin Tendulkar, and 1 century in T20I.[134]

Test match performance

An innings-by-innings breakdown of Kohli's Test batting career, showing runs scored (blue and red (not out)
bars) and the black line is his career batting average.
ODI match performance

An innings-by-innings breakdown of Kohli's ODI batting career, showing runs scored (blue and red (not out)
bars) and the black line is his career batting average.

T20I match performance

An innings-by-innings breakdown of Kohli's T20I batting career, showing runs scored (blue and red (not out)
bars) and the black line is his career batting average.

Kohli holds a prominent place in the annals of Indian cricket. He has the distinction of being the only
cricketer to have been named the Player of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup on two separate
occasions, in 2014 and 2016.[135] In terms of ODI centuries, he ranks first with 50.[136] He surpassed
Sachin Tendulkar's tally of 49 ODI tons and achieved this feat on 15 November 2023 in the semifinal
of the 2023 Cricket World Cup, while also becoming the first player to score more than 700 runs in a
single edition of the tournament.[137] Furthermore, in international cricket, Kohli has amassed 80
centuries, second only to Sachin Tendulkar's 100 centuries.[138] In 2018, Kohli set a record,
becoming the first player to score 1,000 ODI runs in 11 innings in a calendar year.[139] In 2022, he
achieved another milestone by scoring 1,000 runs in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, becoming the
second player to reach this feat after Mahela Jayawardene.[140] During the match against
Bangladesh, he became the top-scorer in the history of T20 World Cup.[141]

Test records
Most wins as captain of India, with 40 wins out of 68 matches[142]

Four Test double-hundreds in four consecutive series[143]

ODI records

Most ODI centuries (50)

Most ODI centuries while chasing (27)[144]

Most ODI centuries in India (22)[145]

Fastest to -[b] 8,000 runs (175 innings),[146] 9,000 runs (194 innings),[147] 10,000 runs (205
innings),[148] 11,000 runs (222 innings),[149] 12,000 runs (242 innings),[150] and 13,000 runs (267
innings)
T20I records
Most runs in T20Is (4,042 runs)[151][152]

Highest career batting average in T20I – 51.75.[153]

Fastest to - 3,000 runs (81 innings),[154] 3,500 runs (96 innings),[151][155] and 4,000 runs (107
innings)

Most Player of the Match awards (15 times)[156] and Player of the Series awards (7 times)[151][157]

IPL records
Most runs in Indian Premier League (8,004)[158]

Most runs in a single edition of IPL (973 runs in 2016).[159]

Only player to be involved in three double-century plus stands, two times with AB de Villiers and
once with Chris Gayle.[160]

Most runs against Delhi Capitals (1,030).[161]

Most hundreds in the league (8)[162] and in a single season (4)[159]

Honours

Kohli receiving the Arjuna Award from

President Pranab Mukherjee in
August 2013

Kohli receiving the Padma Shri award

from President Pranab Mukherjee in
March 2017

Kohli receiving the Major Dhyan

Chand Khel Ratna Award from
President Ram Nath Kovind in
September 2018
 Kohli meeting Prime Minister of India
Narendra Modi in New Delhi in 2017

Virat with Prime Minister Narendra

Modi in PMO Delhi on 4th July 2024

National honours
2013 – Arjuna Award, second highest sporting honour.[163]

2017 – Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award.[164]

2018 – Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, India's highest sporting honour.[165]

Sporting honours
Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy (ICC Men's Cricketer of the Decade): 2011–2020[166]

Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy (ICC Cricketer of the Year): 2017,[167] 2018[168]

ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Decade: 2011–2020[169]

ICC ODI Player of the Year: 2012,[170] 2017,[167] 2018,[168] 2023[171]

ICC Test Player of the Year: 2018[168]

ICC ODI Team of the Year: 2012,[172] 2014, 2016 (captain),[173] 2017 (captain),[167] 2018
(captain),[168] 2019 (captain),[174] 2023[175]

ICC Test Team of the Year: 2017 (captain),[167] 2018 (captain),[168] 2019 (captain)[174]
 ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year: 2022[176]

ICC Spirit of Cricket: 2019[177]

ICC Men's Test Team of the Decade: 2011–2020 (captain)[178]

ICC Men's ODI Team of the Decade: 2011–2020[179]

ICC Men's T20I Team of the Decade: 2011–2020[179]

Polly Umrigar Award for International Cricketer of the Year: 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–
17, 2017–18[180]

Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World: 2016, 2017, 2018[181]

ICC Men's Player of the Month: October 2022[182]

CEAT International Cricketer of the Year: 2011–12, 2013–14,[183] 2017– 18, 2018–19[184]

Indian Premier League Orange Cap for most runs: 2016,[185] 2024[186]

Barmy Army – International Player of Year: 2017, 2018[187]

ESPNcricinfo – ODI Batting Performance of the Year: 2012[188]

Other honours and awards

People's Choice Awards India for Favourite Sportsperson: 2012[189]

GQ Sportsman of the year: 2013[190]

CNN-News18 Indian of the Year: 2017[191]

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India's Person of the Year: 2019[192]

Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) renamed a stand after Kohli at Feroz Shah Kotla,
Delhi.[87]

See also

Sports in India – Overview of sport in India

List of players who have scored 10,000 or more runs in One Day International cricket

List of cricketers by number of international centuries scored

List of cricketers who have scored centuries in both innings of a Test match

List of cricketers with centuries in all international formats

List of most-followed Instagram accounts

 Portals: India Cricket Biography 1980s

Notes

a. During a certain phase in his career, Kohli acquired the moniker Cheeku/Chikoo. One evening,
Kohli availed himself of the services of a nearby salon and underwent a makeover. Upon
displaying his new appearance to his colleagues, Kohli's assistant coach, Ajit Chowdhary, made
a humorous comparison between Kohli's appearance and that of "Chikoo," a character from the
popular Indian comic book, Champak.[3]

b. He is also the second fastest to 5000, 6000, and 7000 runs after Hashim Amla

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