Journalism of Courage
Virat Kohli
"World cricket’s most recognised star is at a vital stage in his post-captaincy career. A poster boy for the 50-over format where his innings-building and pacing skills are incomparable, this World Cup presents a chance to leave an everlasting impression on the big stage. Born in New Delhi, a city where hard-earned street cred matters, Kohli has flourished in the most competitive international arena, channeling his natural aggression, constantly refining his cricket skills, and revelling in the hot seat. There are two enticing possibilities that hang around this World Cup: the 50-over format itself in an identity crisis, puffing its way in front of its more hip younger brother T20, and though he is still extremely fit, this could be Kohli’s last ODI World Cup. Now playing as a senior batsman, in a team whose middle-order throws up more questions than answers, his role is of paramount importance. He might not have the big-hitting prowess of Yuvraj Singh, but it will be upto him to reprise the role so wonderfully enacted by the left-hander in the 2011 edition. Kohli will have to guide his talented but inexperienced younger players who are yet to come to terms with this format, and shepherd them home.
One-day memory: (118 against Australia at Visakhapatnam, 2010)
In 2009, he had aced a chase against Sri Lanka with his first ODI hundred, but it was in the next year when he unfurled his first ODI ton against Australia in a tense game that the birth of the chase master truly began. A target of 290 seemed stiff, especially when they were wobbling at 35 for 2 in the ninth over, but Kohli and Yuvraj Singh took over. Though he lost Yuvraj in the 35th over with India still 118 runs adrift, and would later suffer cramps, Kohli played a masterclass to take India close before Suresh Raina sealed the finish.
One more thing: In between cricket tours, of late, Kohli often goes on spiritual trips to various ashrams along with his wife."
One-day memory: (118 against Australia at Visakhapatnam, 2010)
In 2009, he had aced a chase against Sri Lanka with his first ODI hundred, but it was in the next year when he unfurled his first ODI ton against Australia in a tense game that the birth of the chase master truly began. A target of 290 seemed stiff, especially when they were wobbling at 35 for 2 in the ninth over, but Kohli and Yuvraj Singh took over. Though he lost Yuvraj in the 35th over with India still 118 runs adrift, and would later suffer cramps, Kohli played a masterclass to take India close before Suresh Raina sealed the finish.
One more thing: In between cricket tours, of late, Kohli often goes on spiritual trips to various ashrams along with his wife."
VIRAT KOHLI NEWS
Virat Kohli's instant comeback when Harshit Rana called Anushka Sharma 'maam': 'Bhabhi bol inko'
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Indian pacer Harshit Rana recently spoke about how Virat Kohli mischievously put him in a spot during his first meeting with 'bhabhi' Anushka Sharma.
India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI: Virat Kohli's mastery comes up short as New Zealand make history in India again
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Hundreds from Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips took visitors to an imposing total, which proved enough for a landmark 41-run victory.
A series win after 38 years, 59 List-A hundreds for Virat Kohli: Stats from India v NZ 3rd ODI
January 18, 2026 10:50 pm
The top order failed massively for India and Kohli found support in the lower order with Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana scoring their 50s but it was not enough.
Virat Kohli is not tied down to one image: What Sunil Gavaskar had to say about star batter after 54th century
January 18, 2026 10:40 pm
Sunil Gavaskar said the key to Virat Kohli's success is that 'he's not tied down to an image.'
IND vs NZ: Now it is about India pleading Virat Kohli to stay on for 2027 World Cup
January 19, 2026 8:08 am
With the veteran at his vintage best, while Shubman Gill struggling with familiar technical problems, life has come full circle after India had seemingly turned a new leaf on the England tour
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"You will first slap yourself after that 30 days. You don't need a nutritionist. You don't need a medical doctor," said Fernando.
Virat Kohli slams 54th ODI century, wages lone battle against New Zealand in Indore
January 18, 2026 9:11 pm
Kohli got to his ton in 91 deliveries in an innings studded with 8 fours and 2 sixes as he tried to get India over the line as they chased 337 runs.
WATCH: Virat Kohli playfully pushes Daryl Mitchell out of ground after century vs India in Indore
January 18, 2026 6:17 pm
As Mitchell was making his way off the field, former India skipper Virat Kohli, who was standing near the boundary ropes playfully pushed him off the ground in a moment of pure banter.
Virat Kohli-Anushka Sharma buy 5 acre land for Rs 40 crore in Alibaug just four years after acquiring 8 acre land for Rs 19 crore: report
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Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have acquired over five acres of land for Rs 40 crore.
Virat Kohli reclaims ICC ODI No. 1 ranking for first time in 5 years, dethrones Rohit Sharma
January 14, 2026 1:37 pm
ICC ODI rankings: Virat Kohli displaced his compatriot Rohit Sharma to take the top spot for the first time since losing his No. 1 ranking in the format in April 2021.
VIRAT KOHLI PHOTOS
In Pictures: India gear up for Indore ODI decider with intense practice at Holkar Stadium
January 17, 2026 4:00 pm
India men’s ODI squad held a focused training session at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore as they prepared for the third and final match against New Zealand
Nothing, just some heart-wining photos of birthday boy Virat Kohli and his ladylove Anushka Sharma
November 10, 2025 10:12 am
On Virat Kohli’s 37th birthday, let’s take a look at some heartwarming photos of the cricketer and his love Anushka Sharma.
India defeats Australia by 9 wickets in third & final ODI at SCG
October 25, 2025 7:23 pm
In the third ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground, India chased down Australia's total of 236 with ease, reaching 237/1 in 38.3 overs. Rohit Sharma remained unbeaten on 121, while Virat Kohli supported with 74, leading India to a commanding nine-wicket victory
From Virushka to Ralia: 7 Bollywood couple that serve major relationship goals
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Discover how they navigate fame, maintain strong bonds, and set examples of love, trust, and mutual respect, offering insights for every relationship.
From Salman Khan to Virat Kohli: How celebs honoured their moms this Mother’s Day
May 11, 2025 4:29 pm
Several Bollywood celebrities took to social media to share photos with their mothers on the occasion of Mother’s Day.
Every time Anushka Sharma got goofy with her birthday wishes for Virat Kohli
November 05, 2023 3:57 pm
Every year, on Virat Kohli's birthday, his actor-wife Anushka Sharma shares a special message for him on social media. Today, on the cricketer's birthday, we take a look back at times when the actor got goofy while wishing her husband.
Fifties from Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer guide India to 7-wicket win against Pakistan
October 14, 2023 9:25 pm
ICC World Cup 2023: Cricket World Cup: India thrashed Pakistan in the group stage match by seven wickets with skipper Rohit Sharma leading from the front.
Couple goals: Virat Kohli-Anushka Sharma's most adorable clicks
December 26, 2022 4:29 pm
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma tied the knot on December 11, 2017, in Tuscany, Italy, and have been setting major couple goals ever since
IND vs AUS 3rd T20I | In Pics: Suryakumar Yadav, Virat Kohli power India to T20 series win over Australia
September 26, 2022 8:33 am
Suryakumar Yadav and Virat Kohli struck half centuries as India beat Australia by six wickets in their third and final Twenty20 International in Hyderabad on Sunday to claim a 2-1 series win.
In Photos: India, Australia cricketers practice ahead of 1st T20I at Mohali
September 20, 2022 12:09 am
India are taking on Australia in a T20 series at home.
VIRAT KOHLI VIDEOS
Virat Kohli declared ICC ODI and Test player of the year
September 26, 2023 3:07 pm
Virat Kohli made a record-breaking clean sweep at 2018 ICC awards, making him the only cricketer to do so. He was declared as the ODI as well as Test player of the year.
Express Eye for Detail: CBI vs CBI, AIADMK MLAs to stay disqualified, and Kohli reaches another milestone
September 26, 2023 3:24 pm
In this episode of Express Eye for Detail, a look at the battle within the CBI, the AIADMK gets a breather and Virat Kohli becomes the fastest batsman to reach the 10,000-run mark.
As Virat Kohli turns 30, a look at his journey from 0 to 10,000 runs
September 26, 2023 3:26 pm
With every year, Virat Kohli kept elevating his game, eventually culminating in him scaling the 10k peak in ODIs faster than anyone else.
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli host wedding reception in New Delhi
December 22, 2017 12:10 am
While Anushka appeared in a red benarasi sari, the Indian skipper donned a black coloured silk kurta and hand embroidered pashmina shawl, designed by the Sabyasachi.
After Tests, India Whitewash Sri Lanka In ODIs
June 22, 2020 6:54 pm
After Tests, India beat Sri Lanka In the ODIs
Opinion | How Did The Virat Kohli-Ravi Shastri Duo Become The Gods Of Indian Cricket?
June 22, 2020 6:57 pm
India head coach Ravi Shastri and India captain Virat Kohli addressed the media on Wednesday in which Shastri said that Shastris and Kumbles will come and go but the team’s fabric will remain.
Yuvraj Singh Returns To Virat Kohli-Led India ODI, T20I Squads
June 22, 2020 7:14 pm
Yuvraj Singh returned to the India squads for the upcoming one-day and T20 internationals against England
Virat Kohli Talks About His Foundation Ahead Of The Charity Football Match
June 08, 2020 12:20 pm
Cricketer Virat Kohli speaks on His Foundation at a Charity Football Match
Sachin, Dhoni, Azhar- Which Biopic Is Virat Kohli Looking Forward To?
June 08, 2020 12:11 pm
Virat Kohli speaks about which bollywood biopic he's looking forward to among Sachin, Dhoni and Azhar
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