Star India batsman and former Indian Cricket team captain Virat Kohli turns 34 today, i.e., November 5. Kohli became one of the finest players to don the India jersey, delivering amazing match-winning hits and leading his team to remarkable victories.
King Kohli, with his God-like stature, is one of the best batsmen in the history of cricket. The cricket legend has multiple records and achievements under his name.
It is worth noting that Kohli is now in Australia with the Indian team for the ongoing T20 World Cup. He has scored three half-centuries in four games for the national team, showcasing his incredible form. At the beginning of the year, Kohli wasn't performing at his peak, but the Asia Cup marked a turnaround for the batsman before the T20 World Cup, which is currently ongoing.
Some amazing facts about 'King Kohli'
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Virat Kohli was the captain of Team India when it won the U-19 World Cup in 2008. To win the prestigious World Cup, the team led by Kohli defeated South Africa in the championship match by a score of 12 runs (D/L Method).
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Kohli has currently scored the most runs in T20 World Cups. He accomplished this amazing achievement against Bangladesh during a 2022 T20 World Cup match. Mahela Jayawardene, a previous captain of Sri Lanka, had a record of 1016 runs, which Kohli surpassed.
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He is also the highest run-scorer in T20Is. In the game's shortest format, he has so far scored 3932 runs.
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The only cricketer from India to record a century on his World Cup debut is Virat Kohli. In the 2011 World Cup's opening game against Bangladesh, he achieved this accomplishment.
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Kohli holds the record for the fastest century by an Indian cricketer in ODIs. In 2013, Kohli broke the previous record by scoring a century in just 52 deliveries against Australia.
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Kohli is also the fastest Indian player to cross 1000, 5000, 6000, 7000, 8000, 9000, 10000, 11000, and 12000 run marks in ODIs.
Wishes pour in from all corners for the Indian star player. Here’s how everyone wished Virat Kohli on his 34th Birthday.
Maxwell was up for an interview with renowned sportscaster Neroli Meadows following Australia's sharp four-run victory against Afghanistan at the T20 World Cup. He took that opportunity to drop a heart-warming message for Kohli on live TV. Watch the video below.
— Guess Karo (@KuchNahiUkhada) November 4, 2022
Dear @imVkohli,
— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) November 5, 2022
Here is a very special wish from a very special friend. 🥳🥹#PlayBold #HappyBirthdayViratKohli @abdevilliers17 pic.twitter.com/UT7wEdnde2
Wishing a very Happy Birthday to the legend who believes in never say never!
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) November 5, 2022
Where you are today is a result of your sheer hard work, dedication and attitude.
Keep going #KingKohli 👑 bring home the cup 🏆
Lots of love @imVkohli ❤️💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/GgtQYCay3K
Just couldn't wait for 5th Nov to wish the artist who made cricket the most beautiful. Happy birthday @imVkohli the #GOAT𓃵. Enjoy your day brother & Keep entertaining the world. ❤️🎂. pic.twitter.com/601TfzWV3C
— Shahnawaz Dahani (@ShahnawazDahani) November 4, 2022
4⃣7⃣7⃣ international matches & counting 👍
— BCCI (@BCCI) November 5, 2022
2⃣4⃣3⃣5⃣0⃣ international runs & going strong 💪
2⃣0⃣1⃣1⃣ ICC World Cup & 2⃣0⃣1⃣3⃣ ICC Champions Trophy winner 🏆 🏆
Here's wishing @imVkohli - former #TeamIndia captain & one of the best modern-day batters - a very happy birthday. 👏 🎂 pic.twitter.com/ttlFSE6Mh0
Happy birthday bro ❤️🧿 @imVkohli Wish you the best always ♾️ pic.twitter.com/XLl6SrvLbM
— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) November 5, 2022