Virat Kohli, one of the utmost batsmen of all time, turns 35 today. On his birthday, let’s take a look at five unique records held by the Indian batting maestro:
1. Exceptional Test and ODI player
Kohli is the fifth-highest run-scorer in Tests, with 8,676 runs at an average of 49.29. He is also the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket, with 4,008 runs at an average of 52.73 and a strike rate of 137.97.
2. Most successful Test captain for India
Kohli is India’s greatest successful Test captain, with the team topping the Test rankings for five consecutive years during his captaincy. He has captained India in a total of 68 Test matches, with 40 wins, 17 losses, and 11 draws.
3. ODI maestro
Kohli is perhaps one of the greatest batsmen to ever play the ODI format of the game. He is the fourth-highest run-scorer in the format, with 12,796 runs at an average of 52.56. He has also scored 48 centuries and 67 half-centuries in ODIs.
4. Second-highest ODI centuries
Kohli is currently pursuing Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most centuries in the ODI format. Tendulkar leads with 49 centuries, while Kohli has 48 centuries. Kohli will be looking to overtake Tendulkar during the current World Cup.
5. Chase Master
Kohli has been the backbone of India’s best chases over the last decade, earning him the title of “Chase Master”. He has amassed 5,786 runs at an average of 90.40 during successful run chases in ODI cricket, with 23 centuries and 25 half-centuries.
Kohli is a true legend of the game, and his records are a testament to his greatness. He is an inspiration to millions of cricket fans around the world, and we wish him a very happy birthday!