Back in 2008 on this day, a young boy hailing from Delhi entered International Cricket. Less did the World know that he will become the King of World Cricket. Yes! today our very own Virat Kohli has completed 15 glorious years in International Cricket. It was on August 18, 2008, Virat played his first International ODI match against Sri Lanka. After leading the U19 India team to the World Cup triumph, Virat Kohli received his maiden Intenrational Cap for India’s ODI series against Sri Lanka. And since then there is no stopping for the ‘run-machine’ who has continuously added unique records & accolades to his kitty.
On this special occasion let’s have a look at Virat Kohli’s top Records which he achieved in his 15 years of International cricket
Top Records Virat Kohli achieved in his 15 Years of International Cricket
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2nd Highest Centurion in International Format
In his 15 years of International Cricket Virat Kohli has achieved several records & one such special is becoming the second-highest centurion in International Cricket. He has accumulated 76 centuries & is just behind Sachin Tendulkar who has 100 centuries in his kitty.
2) Fifth Highest Run-Scorer in ODIs
In his illustrious Intenrational career of 15 years, Virat Kohli has become the fifth-highest run-scorer in ODIs with 12,898 at an average of 57.32 in 275 ODIs. This rare feat also includes 46 tons, 65 fifties in 256 innings with a high score of 183. Notably, is the second-highest run-scorer in ODIs for India just behind the highest run-scorer Sachin Tendulkar.
3) Most Player of the Series Awards
Virat Kohli enjoys the highest ‘Player of the Series awards’ across all formats of Cricket. He has won the accolades for a whopping 20 times which is the highest by any cricketer in World Cricket. He has also claimed most ‘Man of the Match awards’ (15) & ‘Man of the Series’ (7) in T20Is.
4) King Kohli is the fastest batter to score 5,000 to 12,000 ODI Runs
Adding to his numerous feats is this rare record of becoming the fastest batter to score 5000 to 12000 ODI runs. Virat just needs 102 runs to reach the mark of fastest 13,000 in International Cricket which is not a big task for ‘King’ who has many more years to go in World Cricket.
5) Virat Kohli enjoys the highest batting average in ODIs
Depicting the brilliance of Virat Kohli’s 15 years in International cricket is his outstanding batting average in ODIs. Kohli enjoys the highest batting average (minimum 50 innings) in ODI format. Virat averages 57.3 from 275 ODIs, he has played so far. He will aim to extend this record in the Asia Cup 2023.
6) Most ODIs against a Single Opponent
When we are looking at Virat Kohli’s glorious 15 years in Intenrational Cricket we can’t forget this rare record achieved by Kohli. King enjoys the record of scoring the highest ODI tons against a single country. He has scored 10 ODI tons against Sri Lanka which is the most by any batter. Virat will aim to extend his record in the upcoming Asia Cup co-hosted by Sri Lanka.
7) Highest Run-scorer in T20I Cricket History
King Kohli holds the staggering record for most runs in T20I cricket. Kohli has so far amassed 4,008 runs in 115 T20Is at an average of 52.73. He is the only batter to breach the 4K mark in the T20 format. He also holds the records for most fifties & the highest average in T20I cricket history.
8) Fifth highest runscorer in International Format
The zealous cricketer who has created a mark for himself in 15 years is the fifth-highest run-scorer in the International arena with 25,582 runs in his kitty amassed in 501 matches at an average of 53.63 with 76 tons & 131 fifties. And he is the second-highest run-scorer across all formats for India behind Sachin Tendulkar in the list.
9) 5thHighest Run-scorer for India in Test format
Virat Kohli’s form in the Test format is formidable as he is the fifth-highest run-scorer for India in Test format & 23rd overall. He has amassed 8, 676 runs at an average of 49.49 in 187 innings with 29 tons & 29 fifties. This record indicates what special place Virat Kohli has achieved in the Test format in 15 years of International cricket.
10) Fourth Highest Centurion in the Test format
For the unversed, Virat Kohli comes fourth on the list of maximum centuries scored in Test format. He has also achieved the feat of seven double centuries which is the highest by any Indian Player.
11) Test Captain with a win percentage of 58.82
Virat Kohli’s legacy in Test Cricket is unbeatable as he is one of the most successful Test Captain enjoying a winning percentage of 58.82. He has captained India in 68 Tests & guided them to victory in 40 of them & helped India to strengthen their feet in SENA countries by winning crucial test series. His rare records made his 15 years of International cricket remarkable giving inspiration to budding cricketers.
12) Best ODI Captain with a win percentage of 68.42
Not only in Test but Virat’s Captaincy excellency has extended to ODI also. Leading his team in 95 ODIs he has managed to guide India to 65 wins with a win percentage of 68.42. His dominance in ODIs continues even today which depicts a prominent place Virat Kohli has earned in this 15 years in International cricket.
13) An Integral Part of World Cup Winning Teams
Virat Kohli played an integral role in guiding India to World Cup triumphs in ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 & ICC Champions Trophy in 2013. He also led the team to the semi-finals of the ODI World Cups in 2015 & 2019 & finals of the Champions Trophy in 2017. He has played 26 World Cup fixtures scoring 1,030 runs at an average of 46.81 in 26 innings with two tons & six fifties.
14) Winning ICC Player of the Decade from 2011 to 2020
Notably, Virat Kohli is consistent in ICC’s awards list as the swashbuckling cricketer has won the ICC Player of the Decade Award continuously from 2011 to 2020. Being a consistent winner of the ICC Player of the Decade Award depicts the supremacy of Virat Kohli for 15 years in International cricket.
15) Highest Run-scorer in IPL History
Last but not least Virat Kohli is the highest run-scorer in IPL history with 7263 runs scored in 237 fixtures at an average of 37.25 & strike rate of 130.02. Kohli has 7 IPL centuries and 49 IPL half-centuries in his kitty. He also holds the rare record of scoring the highest runs in a single season of IPL by returning with a staggering tally of 973 runs in 16 matches at a strike rate of 152.03 and emerged as the season’s leading run-getter. He is also the only player in the history of IPL to play for a single franchise i.e. Royal Challengers Bangalore since the inauguration of the league.
These Rare Records of Virat Kohli summons up his extraordinary 15 years in International Cricket. And undoubtedly he is one of the best cricketers that India has ever produced. His consistent performances & ‘never give up’ attitude makes him one of the finest cricketers in the era of World Cricket. With ODI World Cup 2023 in the picture, Virat Kohli will aim to extend his list of accolades & add more feathers to this cap.
Sportsermon wishes ‘King Kohli’ more glorious years in World cricket!
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