By- Naiteek Bhatt
On Virat Kohli's birthday, let's delve into lesser-known records highlighting his extraordinary cricket achievements, showcasing his consistency and quest for perfection. These ten unique records showcase the legacy of the cricket icon, making "King Kohli" stand out in the cricket world.
In the 2018 ODI series against South Africa, Virat Kohli's remarkable batting skills shone as he scored a record-breaking 558 runs in only six matches, highlighting his dominance in tough conditions.
In a bilateral ODI series, the most runs
Virat Kohli's unmatched ODI consistency saw him reach the milestones of 8,000, 9,000, 10,000, and 11,000 runs in record-breaking innings of 175, 194, 205, and 222, making him stand out among cricket legends.
Fastest to Complete ODIs at 9,000, 10,000, & 11,000 Runs
Kohli, the "Chase Master," holds the ODI record with 26 centuries when batting second, demonstrating his remarkable ability to perform under pressure and excel in challenging situations.
A majority of centuries when pursuing ODIs
Virat Kohli's unique achievement is maintaining a stellar average of over 50 in all three international cricket formats (Test, ODI, T20I), showcasing his extraordinary consistency and versatility in different conditions.
50+ on Average Across All Three Formats
Kohli is India's most successful Test captain, boasting 33 wins. He's led India to dominance in Test cricket, consistently ranking among the world's top teams, achieving remarkable success.
India's Most Successful Test Captain
Kohli's Indian ODI team captaincy boasts an impressive 71.83% win rate, with 62 victories in 80 ODIs, establishing him as India's most successful ODI captain in terms of winning percentage.
Greatest Win Ratio as an Indian ODI captain
Virat Kohli's remarkable talent shines through his seven Test cricket double centuries, surpassing legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, and Rahul Dravid, and securing his position as India's record holder for double centuries.
Indian Cricketer Holds Most Test Double Tons
Kohli, as India's Test team captain, has scored 5,142 runs, making him the top run-scorer among Indian Test captains, showcasing his consistent leadership and batting prowess.
Most runs scored in Test cricket by an Indian captain
Kohli's highest Test score is an unbeaten 254 against South Africa in Pune, making him the top-scoring Indian captain in Test cricket, highlighting his remarkable batting and leadership abilities.
Indian Captain's Top Test Cricket Score
In the last decade (2010-2019), Virat Kohli's remarkable dominance in cricket saw him amass 20,960 runs across all formats, a feat unmatched by any other batsman. This achievement solidified his legendary status in the sport.
"Decade's max runs in three formats"