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Virat Kohli

Kohli in 2023
Personal information
Born	(1988-11-05) 5 November 1988 (age 36) Delhi, India
Nickname	Cheeku
Height	5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Batting	Right-handed
Bowling	Right-arm medium
Role	Top-order batter
Relations	Anushka Sharma ​ (m. 2017)​
International information
National side	India (2008–present)
Test debut (cap 269)	20 June 2011 v West Indies
Last Test	3 January 2025 v Australia
ODI debut (cap 175)	18 August 2008 v Sri Lanka
Last ODI	9 March 2025 v New Zealand
T20I debut (cap 31)	12 June 2010 v Zimbabwe
Last T20I	29 June 2024 v South Africa
Domestic team information
Years	Team
2006–present	Delhi
2008–present	Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Career statistics
Competition Test ODI T20I FC Matches 123 302 125 156 Runs scored 9,230 14,181 4,188 11485 Batting average 46.85 57.88 48.69 48.05 100s/50s 30/31 51/74 1/38 37/39 Top score 254* 183 122* 254* Balls bowled 175 662 152 643 Wickets 0 5 4 3 Bowling average – 136.00 51.00 112.66 5 wickets in innings – 0 0 0 10 wickets in match – 0 0 0 Best bowling – 1/13 1/13 1/19 Catches/stumpings 121/– 161/– 54/– 152/–
Medal record Men's cricket Representing  India ICC World Test Championship Runner-up 2019–2021 {{{3}}} Runner-up 2021–2023 {{{3}}} ICC Cricket World Cup Winner 2011 India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh {{{3}}} Runner-up 2023 India {{{3}}} ICC Champions Trophy Winner 2013 England & Wales {{{3}}} Winner 2025 Pakistan {{{3}}} Runner-up 2017 England & Wales {{{3}}} ICC T20 World Cup Winner 2024 West Indies & USA {{{3}}} Runner-up 2014 Bangladesh {{{3}}} ACC Asia Cup Winner 2010 Sri Lanka {{{3}}} Winner 2016 Bangladesh {{{3}}} Winner 2023 Pakistan {{{3}}} ICC U19 World Cup Winner 2008 Malaysia {{{3}}}
Source: CricInfo, 15 July 2025
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Virat Kohli (born 5 November 1988) is a famous Indian cricketer. He used to be the captain of the Indian national cricket team. He is a right-handed batsman and sometimes bowls medium-fast.

Currently, he plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL. He also plays for Delhi in Indian cricket. Many people think Kohli is one of the best batsmen ever.

He holds the record for the most centuries in ODI cricket. He is also second in the list of most international centuries. Kohli has scored the most runs in the IPL.

Kohli was part of the Indian team that won the 2011 Cricket World Cup, 2013 ICC Champions Trophy, 2024 T20 World Cup, and 2025 Champions Trophy. He also led India to be the top Test team three times in a row (2017, 2018, and 2019).

In 2013, Kohli was ranked number one among ODI batsmen. By 2018, he was the top Test batsman too. This made him the only Indian player to be number one in all three types of cricket. He was the first player to score 20,000 runs in a single decade. In 2020, the International Cricket Council named him the male cricketer of the decade.

Kohli has won many awards for his cricket skills. He won the ICC ODI Player of the Year four times. He also won the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy (ICC Cricketer of the Year) in 2017 and 2018. In 2018, he was the first player to win both the ICC ODI and Test Player of the Year awards in the same year.

He was also named the Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World for three years in a row (2016-2018). In India, he received the Arjuna Award in 2013. He got the Padma Shri in 2017 and India's highest sports award, the Khel Ratna, in 2018.

In 2018, Time magazine put him on its list of the 100 most influential people. Kohli is also one of the most valuable athletes. He earned a lot of money in 2022 from his endorsements and playing.

Early Life and Cricket Start

Kohli was born in Delhi, India, on 5 November 1988. His family is Punjabi Hindu. His mother, Saroj Kohli, was a housewife. His father, Prem Nath Kohli, was a lawyer. He has an older brother, Vikas, and an older sister, Bhawna.

He grew up in Uttam Nagar and went to Vishal Bharti Public School. His family says he loved cricket from age three. He would ask his father to bowl to him.

In 1998, his father enrolled him in the West Delhi Cricket Academy. This was because neighbors thought his skills were too good for casual street cricket. He later joined the U-15 Delhi team.

On 18 December 2006, his father passed away from a brain stroke. His mother said Kohli became very serious about cricket after this. He focused completely on the sport.

Youth Cricket Journey

Playing for Delhi

Kohli started his junior cricket career in October 2002. He played against Himachal Pradesh. He scored his first half-century (70 runs) at Feroze Shah Kotla. He was the top scorer for his team that season.

In the 2003–04 season, Kohli became the captain of the U-15 team. He scored his first century (119 runs) against Jammu and Kashmir. He ended that season with 390 runs and two centuries.

In 2004, he was chosen for the Delhi U-17 team. He scored 470 runs in four matches, including a high score of 251 not out. His coach praised his calm attitude.

In 2006, Kohli joined the senior state team. He made his first-class debut on 23 November 2006. This was in the Ranji Trophy against Tamil Nadu. He scored only ten runs.

In the next match against Karnataka, Delhi was struggling. Kohli was batting when his father passed away that night. Despite the sad news, Kohli returned to bat and scored 90 runs. His coach and teammates were very impressed by his dedication.

Kohli played his first T20 match in April 2007. He was the top scorer for his team with 179 runs.

Leading India's U19 Team

In July 2006, Kohli was picked for the India Under-19 squad. They toured England and Pakistan. He performed well in both ODI and Test matches.

Kohli became well-known in 2008 when he led India to win the U-19 World Cup in Malaysia. He scored 235 runs in the tournament. He was the third-highest scorer.

He scored a century (100 runs off 74 balls) against the West Indies U-19s. This was called "the innings of the tournament." He also helped India win the semi-final against New Zealand U-19s.

After the U-19 World Cup, Kohli was chosen for the India Emerging Players team. He scored 120 runs against New Zealand Emerging Players. This helped India win. His strong performances caught the attention of selectors. He then joined the senior Indian team.

International Cricket Journey

Early Days (2008–2011)

Kohli made his international debut at age 19 on 18 August 2008. This was in an ODI match against Sri Lanka. He scored his first ODI half-century (54 runs) in the fourth match of that series.

In December 2009, he scored his first ODI century (107 runs) against Sri Lanka. India won that match. In January 2010, he became only the third Indian player to score two ODI centuries before turning 22. He was the top scorer in that series.

In May 2010, he became vice-captain for a series against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe. He quickly reached 1,000 runs in ODI cricket. He also made his International T20 debut against Zimbabwe.

Kohli scored a match-winning century against Australia in October 2010. He then scored another century against New Zealand. These performances helped him secure a spot in India's World Cup squad. He was India's top ODI run-scorer in 2010.

In January 2011, he was India's top run-scorer in the series against South Africa. He moved up to number two in the ICC ODI rankings. He was part of India's squad for the 2011 Cricket World Cup.

Kohli scored an unbeaten 100 in India's first World Cup match against Bangladesh. He was the first Indian to score a century on his World Cup debut. In the final against Sri Lanka, he scored 35 runs. India won the World Cup.

In June 2011, Kohli made his Test debut against the West Indies. He struggled in that series. Later, he scored his sixth ODI century against England. He was the top run-scorer in the home ODI series against England.

In December 2011, he scored his first Test century (116 runs) against Australia in Adelaide. He was India's top run-scorer in that Test series.

Captaincy and Changes (2021–2022)

In 2020, during England's tour of India, Kohli scored 172 runs in the Test series. He was the highest run-scorer in the T20I series with 231 runs. India won the T20I series, and he was named Player of the Series. He also became the first batsman to score 3,000 runs in T20I cricket.

During the 2021 World Test Championship final, India lost to New Zealand. In the Test series against England, Kohli scored 249 runs. He became the fastest batsman to reach 23,000 runs in international cricket. After the 2021 T20 World Cup, he decided to step down as the T20 captain.

In 2022, India toured South Africa. Kohli scored 161 runs in the Test series. He then stepped down as the Test captain after India lost the series.

When Sri Lanka toured India in 2022, Kohli played his 100th Test match. He became the 12th Indian cricketer to achieve this.

At the 2022 Asia Cup, he scored 276 runs. He also hit his first T20I century (122 runs) against Afghanistan. During the 2022 T20 World Cup, Kohli scored an amazing 82 not out against Pakistan. This helped India win the match. He was the highest run-scorer in the tournament with 296 runs.

In December 2022, he scored his 44th ODI century and 72nd international century. This broke Ricky Ponting's record for the second-most centuries in international cricket.

Recent Triumphs (2023–2025)

In 2023, Kohli started the year with a century against Sri Lanka in an ODI. He scored 166 not out in the third match. This was his 21st ODI century in India, a record for any player in one country. It was also his 10th century against Sri Lanka, a record against any team. He became the fifth highest run-scorer in ODI cricket.

In February 2023, he scored a century in the final Test against Australia. In July, he became the first player to score 50+ runs in his 500th international match.

During the 2023 Asia Cup, he scored another century. He also became the fastest to reach 13,000 ODI runs. He did this in 267 innings, beating Sachin Tendulkar's record.

In the 2023 ODI World Cup, he scored 85 runs against Australia. He made a century against Bangladesh and 95 against New Zealand. He scored his 49th ODI century against South Africa. In the semi-final against New Zealand, Kohli scored his 50th ODI century. This made him the only player with 50 ODI centuries, surpassing Tendulkar.

He became the first batsman to score 700 runs in a single World Cup. He also became the third highest run-scorer in ODIs. Kohli won the Player of the Tournament award for scoring 765 runs. This was the highest in a single World Cup edition.

In December 2023, he set a new record. He scored over 2000 runs in a calendar year for the most times, beating Kumar Sangakkara. In 2024, India won the T20 World Cup. Kohli scored 76 runs in the final and was named Player of the Match. After this win, he retired from T20I cricket.

In 2024, he scored his 81st century in the first match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. This was his 7th Test century in Australia, breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record.

During the 2025 Champions Trophy, Kohli scored a century against Pakistan. He led India to a six-wicket win. This was his 51st ODI century. He also became the fastest to reach 14,000 ODI runs. He surpassed Mohammad Azharuddin's record for most catches in ODIs.

He scored 84 runs in the semi-final against Australia. He also surpassed Sachin Tendulkar's record for most 50-plus scores in ICC ODI tournaments. He completed 8,000 runs while chasing in ODIs. Kohli was named in the team of the tournament by ICC.

IPL Career Highlights

Early Years (2008–2012)

In 2007, the Indian Premier League (IPL) started. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) picked Kohli for their team in 2008. This was because of his great performance in the U-19 World Cup.

In his first IPL match, he scored only one run. He mostly batted in the middle order. In the first season, he scored 165 runs. RCB finished seventh.

In the next season, he struggled at first but then scored a half-century. RCB reached the final but lost by 8 runs.

In the 2010 season, Kohli was vice-captain for RCB. He helped the team with important runs. RCB reached the semi-finals but lost.

Before the 2011 season, RCB kept only Kohli for $1.8 million. He scored his first half-century of the season against Deccan Chargers. He became the leading run-scorer for a short time. He also reached 1,000 runs in the IPL.

When regular captain Daniel Vettori was injured, Kohli captained RCB for the first time. RCB reached the final again but lost. Kohli scored 557 runs that season, the second-highest.

In the 2012 season, Kohli struggled with consistency. Daniel Vettori stepped down as captain, and Kohli took over for the rest of the matches. He scored 73 not out against Delhi Daredevils. RCB missed the playoffs that season. Kohli felt disappointed with his own performance.

Captaincy and Batting Challenges (2013–2019)

Kohli became the full-time captain of RCB in the 2013 season. He started well, scoring 93 not out against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He also scored back-to-back fifties.

He had a dip in form mid-season. He scored 99 runs against Delhi before being run out. RCB started strong but struggled later. They missed the playoffs.

In the 2014 season, Kohli was kept by RCB for a large sum. He started with 49 not out. However, he struggled with his form and scored three ducks. He tried opening the innings but it didn't help much.

He scored his first fifty of the season in his twelfth game. RCB did not qualify for the playoffs. Despite the team's struggles, Kohli remained very popular.

In the 2015 season, Kohli felt less pressure. He opened the batting with Chris Gayle. He scored his first half-century of the season against Chennai Super Kings. He also scored 82 runs against Mumbai Indians, sharing a record partnership with AB de Villiers.

RCB qualified for the playoffs for the first time under his captaincy. However, they lost in Qualifier 2. Kohli scored 505 runs that season.

In the 2016 season, Kohli started strong with 75 runs. He scored half-centuries in three of his first four matches. He hit his first century in T20 cricket against Gujarat Lions.

Despite Kohli's great performances, RCB struggled at first. He scored a century against Rising Pune Supergiant. He then scored another century against Gujarat. He also reached 4,000 runs in the IPL.

Kohli's consistent batting helped RCB reach the playoffs. He scored 973 runs that season, a record for the tournament. He won the Orange Cap and was named Most Valuable Player. RCB reached the final but lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad.

In the 2017 season, Kohli missed the first three matches due to a shoulder injury. He scored 62 runs in his first match back. He scored a duck against Kolkata Knight Riders, and RCB scored only 49 runs, the lowest in IPL history.

RCB lost seven of their ten matches and were eliminated early. Kohli scored 308 runs in 10 innings. He said it was the team's worst performance.

Before the 2018 season, RCB kept Kohli for a record amount. He scored two fifties early on. However, RCB relied heavily on him and AB de Villiers. They struggled with their bowling.

Kohli scored 70 and 48 not out in must-win matches. He reached 500 runs in the season for the fifth time. But RCB lost their last match and were eliminated. Kohli criticized the middle-order batsmen for not performing.

Kohli's start to the 2019 season was slow. He scored 6 runs in the first match. He played his 100th match as RCB captain. RCB lost their first six matches.

He scored a half-century against Kolkata Knight Riders. RCB finally won a match, with Kohli scoring 67 runs. He then scored his fifth century in the league. However, RCB did not qualify for the playoffs for the third time under his captaincy.

Later Years (2020–2024)

After the COVID-19 lockdown, Kohli started the 2020 season slowly. He scored 72 runs against Rajasthan Royals. He also scored an unbeaten 90 against Chennai Super Kings.

He focused on scoring singles and doubles. RCB won five of their first eight matches. However, Kohli's form dipped later, and RCB lost four matches in a row. They still qualified for the playoffs.

In the playoffs, RCB lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad. Kohli felt the team was nervous.

Before the 2021 season, Kohli emphasized playing at neutral venues. He scored 33 runs in the first two matches. He scored an unbeaten 72 against Rajasthan Royals.

Kohli became the first player to play 200 matches for one IPL team. He also announced he would step down as RCB captain after the season. He scored his 10,000th run in T20 cricket. RCB qualified for the playoffs.

In the knockout match, RCB lost to Kolkata Knight Riders. This ended Kohli's time as captain. He promised to keep giving his best for RCB.

Before the 2022 season, RCB kept Kohli for a large sum. Faf du Plessis became the new captain. Kohli started with 41 not out. However, he struggled with consistency. He scored two ducks in a row.

He scored only 119 runs in seven matches. He was moved to the opening position. He scored his first half-century of the season, but it was his slowest in T20s. He struggled again and scored another duck.

Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri suggested Kohli take a break. Kohli said he didn't need to prove anything. He scored 73 runs in the final league match to help RCB qualify for the playoffs. However, RCB lost in the playoffs.

In the 2023 season, Kohli started strong with 82 not out. He scored fifties in three of his first four matches. He focused on aggressive batting in the powerplay.

He also captained RCB in some matches when Faf du Plessis was injured. He scored five fifties in eight matches. He had a disagreement with Gautam Gambhir during a match.

RCB needed to win their last two games to reach the playoffs. Kohli scored a century against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He then scored another century, breaking Chris Gayle's record for most IPL centuries. However, RCB lost their last match and were eliminated. Kohli scored 639 runs that season.

In the 2024 season, Kohli started slowly. He then scored 77 runs against Punjab Kings and won Man of the Match. He scored two more fifties in the next four games.

He scored 113 not out against Rajasthan Royals, his highest IPL score. However, RCB lost this match and were on a six-game losing streak. Kohli scored another fifty to help them win against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

He scored two more fifties, including 92 runs off 47 balls. RCB won their last six games to qualify for the playoffs. On 12 May 2024, Kohli became the first player to play 250 matches for one IPL team.

In the eliminator game, Kohli surpassed 8,000 runs in the IPL. He won his second Orange Cap award for scoring 741 runs.

Player Profile

How He Plays

Kohli is known as an exciting batsman. He has great skills and a strong playing style. He usually bats at number three in ODIs. He has quick footwork and a wide range of shots. He performs well under pressure.

Kohli prefers to play ground shots instead of big hits. He is good at wrist shots and scoring runs in the mid-wicket and cover areas. He loves hitting the cover drive. He is also good at the flick shot.

He focuses on ground shots that score runs between deep square leg and mid-on. Kohli is calm and versatile in his batting. He can hit runs between long-off and long-on. He can also hit powerful shots.

His fast bat speed and flexible wrist movements help him create new angles. Kohli is also a skilled fielder. He has quick reflexes and catches well.

However, Kohli sometimes struggles with balls that are wide of the off-stump. Bowlers often try to exploit this weakness. This has led to him getting out many times. Cricket experts have noted this weakness.

Kohli is widely considered one of the best limited-overs batsmen. In ODIs, he averages more runs when batting second. He has scored 27 of his 50 ODI centuries when chasing runs. He enjoys the challenge of chasing targets. His teammates admire his confidence, dedication, focus, and hard work.

His Aggressive Style

Kohli's playing style is very aggressive. He shows strong emotions on the field. He is known for his fierce competitiveness. His captaincy is also proactive. He makes bold decisions and leads by example.

In his early career, the media often called him brash and arrogant. Some people liked his confidence, while others criticized his behavior. Kohli has tried to control his aggression. However, he admits that intense pressure can sometimes make him lose his composure.

He believes his aggression inspires him and helps him focus. A writer for The New York Times noted Kohli's confidence and assertiveness. He said Kohli shows his fighting spirit both on and off the field.

Compared to Sachin Tendulkar

Kohli's batting style is often compared to the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Many people see him as Tendulkar's "successor." They believe he has the potential to break Tendulkar's records.

Kohli has said he looked up to Tendulkar and tried to copy his batting style. He tried to hit shots and sixes like Tendulkar. Cricket legends like Vivian Richards have praised Kohli's similar playing style. Former Australian cricketer Dean Jones called him the "new king of world cricket."

Indian commentator Aakash Chopra noted that Tendulkar had more types of shots. However, former West Indies great Brian Lara has ranked Kohli among the best batsmen.

Salman Khan, a famous actor, said Tendulkar believed Kohli could break his record of 100 international centuries. Tendulkar praised Kohli's batting skills and consistency. When Tendulkar retired in 2013, Kohli gave him a sacred thread from his late father. Tendulkar later returned it to Kohli, asking him to keep it.

Life Outside Cricket

Personal Life

Kohli started dating Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma in 2013. They were called "Virushka" by the media. Kohli said he first met Sharma during a shampoo commercial shoot. Their relationship attracted a lot of media attention.

On 11 December 2017, they got married in a private ceremony in Florence, Italy. They became one of India's most talked-about celebrity couples. On 11 January 2021, they had their first child, a daughter named Vamika. Vamika means "little goddess" in Sanskrit. On 15 February 2024, they welcomed their second child, a boy named Akaay.

In 2018, Kohli said he became a vegetarian. This was to help with a neck problem caused by high uric acid. This problem affected his finger movements. He avoids meat to stay healthy. He has clarified that he still eats dairy products, so he is not a vegan.

Kohli is known for his physical fitness and intense training. He promotes a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise and good food. He is considered one of the fittest cricketers.

Kohli believes in superstitions. He has lucky charms and rituals for cricket. He wears a black wristband and a single pair of gloves. He has also worn a kara (a traditional bangle) on his right arm since 2012. He always wears white shoes when playing cricket. He has several tattoos, including the Hindu god Shiva, his parents' names, and his cap numbers.

Business Ventures

Kohli has invested in the Indian Super League football club FC Goa. He was a co-owner as of 2024. In 2014, he launched his fashion brand WROGN for men's casual wear.

In 2015, Kohli invested in health clubs and fitness centers across India. He also became a co-owner of the International Premier Tennis League team, UAE Royals. He co-owned the Bengaluru Yodhas team in the Pro Wrestling League.

In 2016, Kohli helped launch Stepathlon Kids. This program encourages children to live healthy lives. In 2017, he partnered with Puma to launch his athletic brand, One8. He also opened a restaurant called Nueva in New Delhi.

In 2022, Kohli and his wife invested in an insurance startup. They also invested in a company that makes plant-based meat products. In May 2025, Kohli joined sports brand Agilitas as an investor. He also became a Strategic Investor in the World Bowling League (WBL).

Helping Others

In 2013, Kohli started the "Virat Kohli Foundation." It helps underprivileged children. The foundation works with NGOs. In 2014, it took part in a charity auction for Save the Children India.

The foundation has held charity events to raise money. These include football matches with cricketers and Bollywood actors. In 2016, the foundation partnered with Smile.

Before a match in the 2017 Champions Trophy, Kohli hosted an event in London. It supported the Justice and Care organization. In 2017, he started the Athlete Development Programme (ADP). This program supports young athletes with coaching, training, fitness, and nutrition.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Kohli and his wife donated to relief funds.

Career Achievements

Kohli has scored 82 centuries in international cricket.

• 30 centuries in Test cricket (including 7 double centuries).
• 51 centuries in One Day Internationals (ODIs), breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record.
• 1 century in T20I.

Test Match Performance

ODI Match Performance

T20I Match Performance

Kohli is a very important player in Indian cricket. He is the only cricketer to be named Player of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup twice (in 2014 and 2016). He holds the record for most ODI centuries with 50. He achieved this on 15 November 2023. He also became the first player to score over 700 runs in a single World Cup tournament.

In international cricket, Kohli has 82 centuries. Only Sachin Tendulkar (100 centuries) has more. In 2018, Kohli set a record by scoring 1,000 ODI runs in 11 innings in a calendar year. In 2022, he reached 1,000 runs in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. He also became the top-scorer in T20 World Cup history.

Awards and Recognition

National Awards

• 2013 – Arjuna Award, India's second highest sporting honor.
• 2017 – Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award.
• 2018 – Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, India's highest sporting honor.

Cricket Awards

• Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy (ICC Men's Cricketer of the Decade): 2011–2020
• Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy (ICC Cricketer of the Year): 2017, 2018
• ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Decade: 2011–2020
• ICC ODI Cricketer of the Year: 2012, 2017, 2018, 2023
• ICC Test Cricketer of the Year: 2018
• ICC Spirit of Cricket: 2019
• ICC ODI Team of the Year: 2012, 2014, 2016 (captain), 2017 (captain), 2018 (captain), 2019 (captain), 2023
• ICC Test Team of the Year: 2017 (captain), 2018 (captain), 2019 (captain)
• ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year: 2022
• ICC Men's Test Team of the Decade: 2011–2020 (captain)
• ICC Men's ODI Team of the Decade: 2011–2020
• ICC Men's T20I Team of the Decade: 2011–2020
• Polly Umrigar Award for International Cricketer of the Year: 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18
• Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World: 2016, 2017, 2018
• Wisden Cricketers of the Year: 2019
• ICC Men's Player of the Month: October 2022
• CEAT International Cricketer of the Year: 2011–12, 2013–14, 2017–18, 2018–19
• ICC Cricket World Cup (Player of the Tournament): 2023
• ICC T20I World Cup (Player of the Tournament): 2014, 2016
• Indian Premier League Orange Cap for most runs: 2016, 2024
• Barmy Army – International Player of Year: 2017, 2018
• ESPNcricinfo – ODI Batting Performance of the Year: 2012

Other Awards

• People's Choice Awards India for Favourite Sportsperson: 2012
• GQ Sportsman of the year: 2013
• CNN-News18 Indian of the Year: 2017
• People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India's Person of the Year: 2019
• The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) renamed a stand after Kohli at Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi.

Interesting Facts About Virat Kohli

• Virat became interested in cricket very early. When he was just three years old, he would pick up a cricket bat and ask his father to bowl to him. He showed natural talent even then.
• His father was very important in supporting his cricket training when he was a child.
• Virat has said that he uses different lucky charms. He feels these bring him good luck on the cricket field.
• He prefers to wear a specific pair of gloves. He has worn them consistently because he believes they bring him success.
• Virat has many tattoos. These include the Hindu deity Lord Shiva, the sacred symbol "Om", his parents' names (Prem and Saroj), a tribal emblem, a peaceful monastery, a samurai warrior, the astrological sign of the scorpion, and his ODI and Test match cap numbers.
• Many people compare Virat's batting style to the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Virat himself sees Sachin as the best in cricket.
• In 2018, Time magazine included him in its list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

See also

In Spanish: Virat Kohli para niños

• Sports in India – Overview of sport and sport culture 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