Indian cricket star Virat Kohli is celebrating his 36th birthday on November 5, reflecting on a year filled with personal and professional challenges.
While he is renowned for his remarkable consistency, Kohli’s recent performances have sparked mixed opinions among fans and experts, particularly as he has struggled for form across various formats.
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This year, Kohli emerged as the top run-scorer in the IPL but faced difficulties during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, though he made a significant comeback in the final against South Africa, earning the Player of the Match title and helping India secure victory. Despite this highlight, his inconsistent performance throughout the tournament highlighted a tough year.
In red-ball cricket, Kohli’s performance has also come under scrutiny. He was unable to score a total of 100 runs in the recent Test series against New Zealand, raising questions about his future in the Indian Test team. Although he has stepped back from T20 internationals, there is ongoing speculation regarding his role in the Test squad.
As the cricketing legend celebrates another year, his journey encapsulates the ups and downs of a remarkable career. Fans will be keenly observing his path forward, hoping to see more of his iconic performances.
Record Achievements:
- Kohli holds the record for the most ODI centuries, with 50, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s previous record of 49.
- He is India’s most successful Test captain, leading the team to 40 victories in 68 Tests.
- Kohli is the fastest player to reach multiple milestones in ODI runs, including 8,000 to 13,000, and has amassed nearly 14,000 runs in total.
- He has won the most Player of the Series awards, with 21, just ahead of Tendulkar’s 20.
- Kohli set a record in the 2023 ODI World Cup, scoring the highest runs in a single edition with 765.
- He is the only player to win Player of the Tournament honors in both T20 (2014, 2016) and ODI (2023) World Cups.
