Virat Kohli – 16 years in international cricket
Virat Kohli also known as King Kohli, his 16-year international career is a tribute to his exceptional talent and unwavering commitment. Kohli has altered batting standards as he progressed from bright youth to global cricket icon.
Kohli’s record-breaking performances and consistency have given him a unique position in the Indian Cricket.
As he continues to develop and improve his talents on the field, his legacy as one of the greatest batters of all time is assured. With each passing season, he not only cements his position in cricket history, but also inspires a new generation of players who want to reach the heights he has.
His incredible consistency, unrivaled technique, and ability to produce under duress have distinguished him from his peers, cementing his status as a true sporting great. Whatever the future holds, his contributions to the game will be remembered and celebrated for years to come.”
His team mate Dinesh Karthik wished him with the post “Happy to have played with you Skipper. 16 years and the fire still burn bright”
Virat Kohli has delivered multiple memorable performances during his career, cementing his status as one of cricket’s greatest players of all time. Here are a few of the most significant:
2024 ICC T20 World Cup (76 vs South Africa)
- Match: India vs South Africa, Final Match
- Venue: Bridgetown
In the final game, Kohli played one of the greatest T20 innings, scoring 76 off 59 balls under immense pressure. His knock ensured India to score the total of 176 runs.
2023 ICC World Cup (117 vs New Zealand)
Match: India vs New Zealand, Semi Final Match- Venue: Mumbai
In the semifinal game, Kohli played a huge inning of 117 runs off 113 balls and making sure that India score a gigantic total of 397 runs, his inning makes a difference and India won the game.
2022 ICC T20 World Cup (82* vs Pakistan)
- Match: India vs Pakistan, Super 12
- Venue: MCG, Malborne
The match that every Indian and every Virat Kohli fan will always remember, what a performance against the arch rival Pakistan under the nail-biting pressure match, he played the shot of the century in his inning to the pace bowler Haris Rauf, due to his inning India successfully chased the total of 160 runs.
2019 World Cup (Five Consecutive Fifties)
- Tournament: ICC Cricket World Cup 2019
Kohli became the first captain to strike five straight half-centuries in a World Cup match. His strong performances were critical in propelling India to the semi-finals of the event.
2018 Test Series in England (149 at Edgbaston)
- Match: India vs England, 1st Test
- Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
Kohli struggled in England during the 2014 tour, but he made up with a stunning 149 in the opening Test of the 2018 series. Despite losing wickets around him, Kohli fought valiantly to keep India in the match.
2018 Trent Bridge Test (97 and 103)
- Match: India vs England, 3rd Test
- Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham
Kohli led from the front with scores of 97 and 103, helping India secure a crucial victory in the third Test of the series. His dual contributions were instrumental in keeping India alive in the series.
2016 ICC T20 World Cup (82 vs Australia)
- Match: India vs Australia, Group Stage
- Venue: Mohali, India
Kohli delivered one of the best T20 innings ever, smashing an unbeaten 82 off 51 balls under extreme pressure. His knock meant that India easily met the target of 161, earning him great accolades.
2014-15 Test Series in Australia (692 runs in 4 Tests)
- Series: India Tour of Australia
Kohli was in excellent form throughout the series, amassing four hundreds in four Tests. His 692 runs in the series demonstrated his ability to compete against the best in tough conditions. His aggressive hitting and gutsy approach earned him praise from fans and critics alike.
2013 West Indies Tri-Series (102)
- Match: India vs West Indies
- Venue: Port of Spain, Trinidad
In a tense chase, Kohli’s unbeaten 102 guided India to victory in the tri-series, showcasing his ability to anchor a chase under pressure.
2012 Asia Cup (183 vs Pakistan)
- Match: India vs Pakistan, Group Stage
- Venue: Mirpur, Bangladesh
Chasing a challenging mark of 330, Kohli delivered a stunning innings of 183, his highest ODI score to date. His innings contributed significantly to India’s spectacular six-wicket triumph.
These are just a few instances of Virat Kohli’s excellence on the cricket pitch. His ability to produce consistently in all formats of the game, frequently under difficult conditions, has earned him a place among the world’s most renowned and celebrated cricketers.
