Virat Kohli is an iconic Indian cricketer known for his remarkable achievements across all formats of the game. A right-handed batsman and an occasional medium pace bowler, Kohli has made an indelible mark in international cricket with his aggressive style, sharp focus, and unmatched consistency. Often referred to as the king, the chase master, and the run machine, he is admired for his ability to steer India to victory in high-pressure situations.
🧔 Basic Info
Full Name: Virat Kohli
Born: November 5, 1988 (Delhi, India)
Nickname: Cheeku
Role: Top-order Batsman
Batting Style: Right-handed
Bowling: Occasional right-arm medium
🏏 Career Highlights
International Debut:
ODI: vs Sri Lanka in 2008
Test: vs West Indies in 2011
T20I: vs Zimbabwe in 2010
Former Captain of the Indian team in all three formats.
Has led India to major Test series wins, especially overseas (Australia 2018-19, England competitiveness).
One of the fastest players to reach 8,000, 9,000, 10,000, and 12,000 ODI runs.
🏆 Achievements
ICC Cricketer of the Year: Multiple times
Most Centuries among active players in ODIs and one of the highest overall
IPL Star: Plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), and is their all-time leading run-scorer
❤️ Personal Life
Married Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma in 2017
They have a daughter named Vamika
🔥 Known For:
Intensity and passion on the field
Fitness and athleticism (transformed India’s fitness culture)
Consistency across formats — dubbed “The Chase Master” in ODIs
Stylish strokeplay and aggressive attitude
Kohli holds numerous records, including being the highest run-scorer in the Indian Premier League. He also ranks among the top three run-getters in both One Day Internationals and T20 Internationals, and is placed third in overall international cricket runs. His ability to perform across formats has earned him a place among the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport. Notably, he holds the record for the most centuries in ODIs and has the second-highest number of centuries in international cricket.
During his tenure as captain, Kohli led India to several historic achievements. He remains the only Indian captain to win the prestigious Test mace for three consecutive years. His leadership was instrumental in shaping a dominant Indian Test side, particularly on home soil.
Kohli’s journey to stardom began with his captaincy at the Under-19 World Cup, where he guided the Indian team to victory. He played key roles in India’s triumphs at the ODI World Cup, Champions Trophy, and the T20 World Cup. In domestic cricket, he represents Delhi, and in the IPL, he is the face of Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Throughout his career, Kohli has consistently ranked among the top batsmen in the world. He reached the number one position in the ODI and T20I batting rankings and later became the top-ranked Test batsman — a rare achievement for any player. He also became the first cricketer to score over twenty thousand international runs within a single decade. His dominance during this period earned him the title of ICC Male Cricketer of the Decade.
Virat Kohli’s passion, discipline, and relentless pursuit of excellence continue to inspire millions of fans and aspiring cricketers across the globe. His legacy as a modern-day cricket legend is firmly established and continues to grow with every game he plays.
