Virat Kohli is a renowned Indian cricketer, widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport. Born on November 5, 1988, in Delhi, India, Kohli has made significant contributions to Indian cricket across all formats.
🏏 Career Highlights
- International Debut: Kohli made his One Day International (ODI) debut for India in August 2008 against Sri Lanka.
- Captaincy: He served as the captain of the Indian national team across all formats, leading India to numerous victories, including the 2011 ODI World Cup, 2013 Champions Trophy, and the 2024 T20 World Cup.
- Batting Records: Kohli is known for his consistent performances and has achieved numerous records, including being the fastest player to reach 10,000 ODI runs and scoring the most centuries in ODI cricket.
- Test Cricket: He became India’s most successful Test captain, with 40 wins in 68 matches, and played a pivotal role in transforming the Indian Test team into a formidable force.
🏆 Awards and Recognitions
- Kohli has received multiple accolades, including the ICC Cricketer of the Year and the ICC ODI Player of the Year awards.
- He was honored with India’s highest sporting honors, such as the Arjuna Award (2013), Padma Shri (2017), and the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award (2018).
📈 Recent Developments
- Retirement from Test Cricket: On May 12, 2025, Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket at the age of 36, concluding an illustrious career in the longest format of the game.
- T20 World Cup 2024: He played a crucial role in India’s victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup final against South Africa, scoring 76 runs and earning the Player of the Match award.
👨👩👧 Personal Life
- Kohli is married to Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma since 2017, and the couple has two children.
- Beyond cricket, he is involved in various business ventures and endorsements, contributing to his estimated net worth of ₹1,050 crore.