Full Name: Virat Kohli
Nickname: Chiku
Date of Birth: November 05, 1988
Place of Birth: Delhi
Age: 36 Years
Nationality: Indian
Role: Batsman
Batting Style: Right-hand bat
Bowling Style: Right-arm medium
Current Team(s): India, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi
Virat Kohli, born in Delhi, India, on November 5, 1988, is recognized as one of the greatest cricketers of the modern era. He was raised in a middle-class Punjabi family. His father, Prem Kohli, was a lawyer by profession, and his mother, Saroj Kohli, was a homemaker. He had a passion for cricket from the early stages of his life, and he joined the West Delhi Cricket Academy at the age of nine under coach Rajkumar Sharma. With natural talent for cricket, Kohli rose through the junior ranks and captained the U-19 India team to World Cup victory in 2008. He made his international debut in the same year, marking the beginning of a remarkable career. His career is defined by aggression, consistency, and leadership. From a promising young talent, he became one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history with his discipline, dedication, and ambition.
| Test: West Indies vs India at Kingston – June 20 – 23, 2011 |
| ODI: Sri Lanka vs India at Dambulla – August 18, 2008 |
| T20I: Zimbabwe vs India at Harare – June 12, 2010 |
| RCB vs KKR at Bengaluru – April 18, 2008 |
| Delhi |
| Format | Matches | Runs | Average | 100s/50s | Wickets | Best Bowling | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 123 | 9230 | 46.85 | 30/31 | 0 | – | 121 |
| ODI | 305 | 14255 | 57.71 | 51/75 | 5 | 1/13 | 161 |
| T20I | 125 | 4188 | 48.69 | 1/38 | 4 | 1/13 | 54 |
| IPL | 267 | 8661 | 39.55 | 8/63 | 4 | 2/25 | 117 |
Virat Kohli is known for his aggressive but technically sound batting, exhibiting elements of classical stroke play, while showing off a modern swagger. His cover drive and flick through mid-wicket are signature strokes that have made him dominate bowlers from all around the world. He is a fitness fanatic and exceptional between wickets. Kohli thrives under pressure and is known as the chase master in the ODI games. He is fiercely competitive mentally and channels his intensity through focus and determination.
Virat Kohli was born on November 5, 1988, in Delhi, India, to Prem and Saroj Kohli. Educated at Vishal Bharti Public School, he later joined the West Delhi Cricket Academy to refine his skills. In 2017, he married Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, forming one of India’s most admired celebrity couples. Off the field, he is known for his interest in fitness and philanthropy. He runs the Virat Kohli Foundation to support underprivileged children and aspiring athletes in India.
Virat Kohli is one of the most commercially viable athletes in the world. He is associated with a wide range of national and global brands. Key endorsements of Virat Kohli include Audi India, Puma India, HSBC India, Duroflex, Essilor, Luxor, Toothsi, Blue Tribe, Hero MotoCorp, Rage Coffee, Amaze India, Blue Star, Noise, and Manyavar.
Apart from brand endorsements, he also owns or has invested in several brands. These brands include One8 with Puma India, One8 Commune (a restaurant chain in Indian cities), Wrogn (a youth fashion brand), Rage Coffee, Chisel Fitness (fitness adventure), and Digit Insurance (with Anushka Sharma).
Virat Kohli also uses his position to promote philanthropic causes. He primarily does that through his foundation and other joint ventures.
Virat Kohli is one of the most followed athletes globally. This makes him a major social media influencer with significant brand reach.
Favourite Cricketer: Sachin Tendulkar
Favourite Stadium: Adelaide Oval in Australia
Pre-game Rituals: He prefers wearing white shoes while batting.
Most Memorable Innings: 82* vs Australia (T20I, Mohali, 2016)
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