Kohli steals the spotlight at nets ahead of second ODI against England
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kohli steals the spotlight at nets ahead of second ODI against England

Deccan Chronicle  

Cuttack: Star batter Virat Kohli took center stage on the eve of the second ODI against England, batting for nearly an hour in the nets and putting to rest any doubts about the knee injury that had ruled him out in Nagpur. With the Gautam Gambhir-led think tank favoring a left-right opening combination, debutant Yashasvi Jaiswal is likely to retain his place at the top alongside skipper Rohit Sharma, pushing Kohli to No. While Kohli looked in sublime touch, Rohit Sharma had a rough outing at the nets, getting cleaned up twice by local OCA net bowlers -- hardly an encouraging sight for the Indian skipper. Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant, who is not India's first-choice wicketkeeper in ODIs, was Crowd craze Cuttack, starved of international cricket, turned up in full force for the practice session and it resembled a real match.

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Virat Kohli doesn't need to bat like Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: Aaron Finch
1 day, 23 hours ago

Virat Kohli doesn't need to bat like Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: Aaron Finch

India Today  

Former Australia captain Aaron Finch said that India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli doesn’t have to bat like Rohit Sharma in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025. Ahead of the upcoming season, Aaron Finch was asked if Kohli should bat in a similar manner like former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma, who’s been going after the bowling right …

AB de Villiers shares views on Kohli's strike rate ahead of IPL
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5 days, 5 hours ago

AB de Villiers shares views on Kohli's strike rate ahead of IPL

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: South African batting great AB de Villiers believes Virat Kohli should focus on playing smart cricket and continue controlling the game this season as RCB possess immense firepower with Phil Salt expected to ease the pressure on the Indian superstar. I don't think he's going to have to up his strike rate batting with Phil Salt," de Villiers …

Cricket-India batsman Kohli not ready to retire
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1 week ago

Cricket-India batsman Kohli not ready to retire

Hindustan Times  

By Shrivathsa Sridhar Cricket-India batsman Kohli not ready to retire BENGALURU, - Indian batsman Virat Kohli said he may not have another tour of Australia left in him after his team's humbling 3-1 test series defeat Down Under but the 36-year-old has ruled out retiring anytime soon as he still enjoys playing the game too much. Kohli arrested a long …

Virat Kohli's brutal dig at broadcasters for focusing on his ‘favourite chole-bhature place’: ‘You can’t have that…’
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1 week ago

Virat Kohli's brutal dig at broadcasters for focusing on his ‘favourite chole-bhature place’: ‘You can’t have that…’

Hindustan Times  

Team India maestro Virat Kohli took a brutal dig at cricket broadcasters for not talking about athletes' journeys and rather focusing on what he ate for lunch or his favourite cuisine. Kohli, one of the most influential personalities in India's sporting history, asserted that a lot of groundwork is happening in India to move it forward towards becoming a sporting …

Virat Kohli's dig at broadcasters: No need to discuss my favourite chhole bhature
1 week, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli's dig at broadcasters: No need to discuss my favourite chhole bhature

India Today  

Senior batter Virat Kohli revealed that he was not happy with the broadcasters discussing his favourite chhole-bhature place in Delhi. Speaking at the RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit on Saturday, March 15, Kohli said that a broadcaster's job was to talk about the game of cricket and not about what he ate last night. The broadcasters always made sure …

‘London flight is going to leave soon’: Virat Kohli’s early dismissal for 1 in Champions Trophy final sparks meme fest
2 weeks ago

‘London flight is going to leave soon’: Virat Kohli’s early dismissal for 1 in Champions Trophy final sparks meme fest

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli’s early dismissal in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand sent shockwaves across social media, sparking a mix of criticism, disappointment, and support from fans. One user lamented, “Virat, your getting out broke me so much that now I don’t feel like watching the match.” Another echoed similar sentiments, calling it “Saddening, absolutely saddening.” Reflecting on …

Virat Kohli turns Rohit Sharma’s captain in Champions Trophy 2025 final, India get rewarded in next over: Watch video
2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli turns Rohit Sharma’s captain in Champions Trophy 2025 final, India get rewarded in next over: Watch video

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli turned his captaincy hat on during the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand on Sunday in Dubai, the video of which went viral on social media. Earlier, New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bat against India in the Champions Trophy 2025 final. New Zealand made one change, bringing in Nathan Smith for …

‘The hunger’: ICC releases Virat Kohli tribute video ahead of India vs New Zealand final
2 weeks ago

‘The hunger’: ICC releases Virat Kohli tribute video ahead of India vs New Zealand final

Live Mint  

ICC has just released a video of Gautam Gambhir. The video shows the Head Coach of Indian men's cricket speaking about Virat Kohli. Ravi Shastri on Virat Kohli Virat Kohli’s dominance in ODIs comes from his discipline and match awareness, former Head Coach Ravi Shastri earlier said on The ICC Review. Shastri believes Kohli tried too hard in recent years …

Watch: Virat Kohli waves at Anushka Sharma during drinks break in IND vs NZ final
2 weeks ago

Watch: Virat Kohli waves at Anushka Sharma during drinks break in IND vs NZ final

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen waving at his Bollywood actor wife Anushka Sharma during the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand on Sunday, March 9 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bat first in the all-important game as India skipper Rohit Sharma lost …

KL Rahul at number 6 is great for the team: India batting coach praises batter
2 weeks, 1 day ago

KL Rahul at number 6 is great for the team: India batting coach praises batter

India Today  

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak believes the team has found a dependable and effective No. 6 batter in KL Rahul, praising him as a crucial element ahead of India's Champions Trophy Final against New Zealand on March 9. Rahul, India's first-choice wicketkeeper-batter in the tournament, has embraced his middle-order role, delivering vital contributions that could be instrumental against the Black …

Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli run-ning show, winning battles
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli run-ning show, winning battles

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: "I think there was about seven fours when I got a hundred. That was India batter Virat Kohli after the match-winning 84 against Australia in the semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Tuesday. So much so that England captain Jos Buttler reiterated on multiple occasions that they want to do what Rohit Sharma and his lads …

Virat Kohli’s honest confession about cricket after IND vs AUS Champions Trophy semis; ‘at this stage of my career…’
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Virat Kohli’s honest confession about cricket after IND vs AUS Champions Trophy semis; ‘at this stage of my career…’

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli once again proved why he is the best chaser in modern-day cricket after the star batter's match-winning 84 against Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal in Dubai powered the Men in Blue to their third consecutive summit clash. Being at the age of 36, Virat Kohli displayed supreme fitness with 56 singles in his 98-ball ball, …

'At this stage of my career...': Virat Kohli's pointed reaction after match-winning knock vs Australia
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

'At this stage of my career...': Virat Kohli's pointed reaction after match-winning knock vs Australia

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli’s chases are rarely anything less than masterful, and he proved it yet again with a brilliant knock on Tuesday that helped India seal a place in the Champions Trophy semi-final. Kohli produced a brilliant 84-run knock in the semis against Australia, as the side chased down a 265-run target to clinch a final berth for a third-successive time …

'You're the set batter. Be there till the end and let me…': KL Rahul's exact words which Virat Kohli ignored
2 weeks, 4 days ago

'You're the set batter. Be there till the end and let me…': KL Rahul's exact words which Virat Kohli ignored

Hindustan Times  

Not often do we see a player or a teammate give a piece of mind to Virat Kohli for an on-field error. But on Monday, in India's semifinal clash against Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium, KL Rahul was seen visibly angry and frustrated at Kohli for throwing away his wicket, where he stood just …

Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase

Hindustan Times  

March 5 - India coach Gautam Gambhir said Virat Kohli's vast experience and knack of planning his innings to perfection are reasons he is so successful in one-day internationals, after the batsman led the team into the Champions Trophy final. Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase Kohli scored a controlled 84 from 98 balls during India's successful pursuit …

Virat Kohli crowned greatest-ever ODI cricketer by Clarke after Dubai masterclass: ‘Delivers when it matters the most’
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Virat Kohli crowned greatest-ever ODI cricketer by Clarke after Dubai masterclass: ‘Delivers when it matters the most’

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia skipper Michael Clarke lavished praise on Virat Kohli for controlling the chase in the highly-anticipated Champions Trophy semi-final. Kohli frustrated the Australian team with his exemplary running between the wickets, as he didn't rely solely on boundaries to keep the scoreboard moving. His presence in the middle allowed India to put pressure on Australia as he didn't allow …

Watch: KL Rahul's kind gesture towards pitch-invading fan wins hearts
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Watch: KL Rahul's kind gesture towards pitch-invading fan wins hearts

India Today  

Star India batter KL Rahul’s kind gesture towards a pitch-invading fan has been winning hearts on social media. While the Australian players congratulated Rahul, a fan came running on the pitch and hugged the India batter. Champions Trophy: South Africa vs New Zealand Updates However, the fan didn’t let go of him, which concerned the Australia players, but Rahul kept …

Grandmaster of chases: Virat Kohli cements GOAT status, one single at a time
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Grandmaster of chases: Virat Kohli cements GOAT status, one single at a time

India Today  

Virat Kohli approaches one-day run-chases like a game of chess, running his own supercomputer—one as good, if not better, than those deployed by MS Dhoni and Michael Bevan. "The pitch tells me how the cricket needs to be played," Kohli said, satisfaction overriding joy after India's 4-wicket win in the Champions Trophy final. Ball by ball highlights of Virat Kohli's …

Watch: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bromance stands out in emotional celebration
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Watch: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bromance stands out in emotional celebration

India Today  

Virat Kohli did not hold back, letting his emotions flow in the dressing room after India secured a place in the Champions Trophy 2025 final by defeating arch-rivals Australia in the semi-final on Tuesday, March 4. WATCH: RAW EMOTIONS IN THE INDIAN DRESSING ROOM Kohli also shared warm hugs with Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith and all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, his …

Virat Kohli trumps Rohit Sharma in ICC ODI batter rankings with match winning knock against Australia
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Virat Kohli trumps Rohit Sharma in ICC ODI batter rankings with match winning knock against Australia

India TV News  

Virat Kohli trumps Rohit Sharma in ICC ODI batter rankings with match winning knock against Australia Star India batter Virat Kohli moved yet another place in the ICC ODI batter rankings after an excellent knock against Australia in the Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final. With his performance, Kohli has also made a significant leap in the newly updated ICC ODI batter …

I just love batting: Kohli speaks from the heart in Champions Trophy interview
2 weeks, 4 days ago

I just love batting: Kohli speaks from the heart in Champions Trophy interview

India Today  

Senior India batter Virat Kohli won the Player of the Match award for his gritty innings against Australia. Kohli gave a raw interview to the BCCI crew after the match and said that he simply loves to bat, and as long as that love is alive, nothing else is an issue for him. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table …

Ashton Agar analyses Virat Kohli's excellence in ODI cricket
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Ashton Agar analyses Virat Kohli's excellence in ODI cricket

India TV News  

Ashton Agar analyses Virat Kohli's excellence in ODI cricket Australia spinner Ashton Agar took centre stage and analysed Virat Kohli's brilliant form in ODI cricket, he talked about several factors which make Kohli great. Ace India batter Virat Kohli has caught all the limelight through his excellent performances in ODI cricket. Seeing his recent performance, Australia spinner Ashton Agar took …

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli dished out a superb 84 off 98 balls as India recovered from a shaky start to defeat Australia by six wickets and confirm their place in the final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy. AP Captain Rohit Sharma credited the Indian team for their “very clinical” batting performance following their four-wicket victory over Australia in their Champions Trophy …

Virat Kohli shakes Rohit Sharma vehemently in unbridled expression of joy as India overcome Australia hurdle
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Virat Kohli shakes Rohit Sharma vehemently in unbridled expression of joy as India overcome Australia hurdle

Hindustan Times  

Just like that, India made it to their third successive ICC Men's Champions Trophy final. Virat Kohli gave a warm hug to Rohit Sharma after India defeated Australia. Virat also shook Rohit vehemently as India got past the Australia hurdle in a knockout match. The former India captain Kohli also exchanged pleasantries with Australia captain Steve Smith and possibly applauded …

India storms into Champions Trophy final – Virat Kohli’s 84 steals the show
2 weeks, 5 days ago

India storms into Champions Trophy final – Virat Kohli’s 84 steals the show

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli’s composed 84 off 98 balls guided India to a four-wicket win over Australia in the Champions Trophy semifinal on Tuesday. India’s victory shifts final venue to Dubai India's victory means the final of the eight-team tournament will now be held at this venue instead of Lahore, the original host, as Rohit Sharma's team has opted not to travel …

Virat Kohli touches Axar Patel’s feet as spinner clinches Kane Williamson’s wicket; video goes viral
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli touches Axar Patel’s feet as spinner clinches Kane Williamson’s wicket; video goes viral

Live Mint  

Amidst all the talk of ODI cricket dying, there is never a dull moment when Virat Kohli plays, no matter the format. In the latest incident on Sunday, Virat Kohli tried to touch spinner Axar Patel's feet after he took the crucial wicket of Kane Williamson. In the video, which has now gone viral on social media, Kohli walks up …

Ravindra Jadeja enacts Glenn Phillips' one-handed stunner in front of dejected Virat Kohli in dressing room balcony
3 weeks ago

Ravindra Jadeja enacts Glenn Phillips' one-handed stunner in front of dejected Virat Kohli in dressing room balcony

Hindustan Times  

Team India senior batter Virat Kohli failed to make an impact with the bat in the Champions Trophy match against New Zealand, which was also his 300th ODI match. Kohli looked solid at the start of the innings and scored a couple of boundaries, too, but Glenn Phillips had some different plans as he grabbed a one-handed stunner out of …

Rohit Sharma shoos away Dinesh Karthik for toss curse during IND vs NZ Champions Trophy clash
3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma shoos away Dinesh Karthik for toss curse during IND vs NZ Champions Trophy clash

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma hilariously jokingly shooed away former teammate Dinesh Karthik after the India captain lost his 10th consecutive coin toss just before their final group game against New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday in Dubai. In a hilarious video that went viral, Rohit Sharma was caught shooing away Dinesh Karthik using hand gestures while New Zealand's …

Virat Kohli falls to stunning catch as India battle New Zealand in Champions Trophy
3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli falls to stunning catch as India battle New Zealand in Champions Trophy

The Independent  

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Gavaskar bows down to Virat Kohli's longevity and ambition: 'From student to chancellor of Indian cricket university'
3 weeks ago

Gavaskar bows down to Virat Kohli's longevity and ambition: 'From student to chancellor of Indian cricket university'

Hindustan Times  

Star batter Virat Kohli became the seventh Indian to play 300 ODIs for the country as he took the field against New Zealand in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 Group A fixture at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar feels Kohli's commitment to everything he does sets him apart and makes him great. 'Look …

IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli joins legendary club with 300 ODIs for India
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3 weeks ago

IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli joins legendary club with 300 ODIs for India

India Today  

Virat Kohli became the seventh Indian cricketer to play 300 ODIs. The 36-year-old reached this milestone when India faced Mitchell Santner’s New Zealand in a Group A clash of the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday, February 2, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The other Indian cricketers to have played 300 or more ODIs are Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, Rahul …

IND vs NZ: India, New Zealand battle to keep momentum going in Group A finale
3 weeks ago

IND vs NZ: India, New Zealand battle to keep momentum going in Group A finale

India Today  

If you head into the India vs New Zealand game on Sunday thinking that it is a dead rubber, then you're mistaken. Kohli is second-highest when it comes to runs against New Zealand, behind Sachin Tendulkar and scored a hundred against them in the ODI World Cup semi-final in 2023. New Zealand: Devon Conway, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, …

Kohli Set For Another Landmark After Roaring Back to Form
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Kohli Set For Another Landmark After Roaring Back to Form

Deccan Chronicle  

Dubai: Virat Kohli is set for his 300th ODI on Sunday in the latest landmark for the Indian batting great after silencing doubts over his form and future with a match-winning Champions Trophy century. Called "King Kohli" for his prolific run-scoring, the batsman went through an extended lean patch with speculation swirling that he and skipper Rohit Sharma could soon …

'King Kohli' set for another landmark after roaring back to form
3 weeks, 1 day ago

'King Kohli' set for another landmark after roaring back to form

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: Virat Kohli is set for his 300th ODI on Sunday in the latest landmark for the Indian batting great after silencing doubts over his form and future with a match-winning Champions Trophy century. Called "King Kohli" for his prolific run-scoring, the batsman went through an extended lean patch with speculation swirling that he and skipper Rohit Sharma could soon …

Kohli goes big, Rohit, Shami fit: Inside India's final training before NZ clash
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Kohli goes big, Rohit, Shami fit: Inside India's final training before NZ clash

India Today  

The Indian team trained with high intensity ahead of their final Group A game against New Zealand on Friday, February 28 with all the players taking part in the session. Amongst the players taking part in the session on Friday, all eyes were on captain Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Shami would start …

‘Virat knew he had to step up after AUS tour’: Bangar credits Kohli's PAK demolition to secret technical changes
3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Virat knew he had to step up after AUS tour’: Bangar credits Kohli's PAK demolition to secret technical changes

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli was in resurgent form as India defeated Pakistan in their Group A Champions Trophy 2025 fixture, in Dubai recently. India's Virat Kohli wears his helmet to bat in the nets. Kohli got his 51st ODI ton, and he also became the third player to surpass 14,000 runs in the format. Sanjay Bangar reveals Virat Kohli's secret technical changes …

Virat Kohli's return to form: What changes did batter make before Champions Trophy
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Virat Kohli's return to form: What changes did batter make before Champions Trophy

India Today  

Sanjay Bangar revealed how Virat Kohli worked on his batting technique after the tour of Australia came to an end. Speaking to Times Of India, Bangar said that the first change Kohli made was to make sure that the ball came to him and wasn't on the front foot always. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Bangar also pointed …

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma skips batting practice, Virat Kohli focusses more on spin
3 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma skips batting practice, Virat Kohli focusses more on spin

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma opted against batting in the nets as the team held its first training session ahead of their final Group A match against New Zealand in Dubai. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table The official broadcasters reported that India trained on a grass-rich pitch, in contrast to the slow and low surfaces seen at the Dubai …

Virat Kohli backed to play 2-3 more years, add 10-15 centuries: Former India star says ‘he chose his moment’
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli backed to play 2-3 more years, add 10-15 centuries: Former India star says ‘he chose his moment’

Live Mint  

Former India captain Virat Kohli roared back to form on Sunday as he hit his 51st international ODI centruy againt arch rivals Pakistan during a Champions Trophy 2025 match. After the century Kohli has received piles of support from former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Siddhu who said that the batsman will play for the next 2-3 years and score at …

From the India Today archives (2017) | Virat Kohli: Batman forever
3 weeks, 6 days ago

From the India Today archives (2017) | Virat Kohli: Batman forever

India Today  

“Tendulkar has carried the burden of the nation for 21 years; it was time we carried him.” Those words were uttered by a young Virat Kohli, who was still to stamp his authority in world cricket, after the ICC World Cup final in 2011. He approached the nets session like a Test match, with India’s regular opening bowlers, including Mohammed …

'Kohli loves representing India,' 'Always hungry for runs': Team India hails batting star after Pakistan demolition
3 weeks, 6 days ago

'Kohli loves representing India,' 'Always hungry for runs': Team India hails batting star after Pakistan demolition

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli once again proved why he is considered one of the greatest batters of all time with a sensational knock against Pakistan. Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma and teammate Shreyas Iyer were full of praise for Virat Kohli after the star batter guided India to a comprehensive win over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday. Champions …

"Kind of been my weakness but...": Virat Kohli on his 'catch 22' shot after match-winning ton against Pak
3 weeks, 6 days ago

"Kind of been my weakness but...": Virat Kohli on his 'catch 22' shot after match-winning ton against Pak

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, : India's batting maestro Virat Kohli opened up on his match-winning 82nd international hundred against Pakistan and said how his favourite cover drive shot presents a 'catch 22' situation for him, as it has been his weakness lately but he has also scored a lot of runs with that. ": Virat Kohli on his 'catch 22' shot after match-winning …

Rohit Sharma cheers for Virat Kohli’s century, encourages him to hit BIG SHOT in thrilling IND vs PAK match
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma cheers for Virat Kohli’s century, encourages him to hit BIG SHOT in thrilling IND vs PAK match

Live Mint  

Star India batter Virat Kohli gave the world another reminder of his greatness in white-ball cricket with his enthalling performance against arch-rivals Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy group stage match played in Dubai on February 23. Watch viral video here Social media reactions on the viral video One user wrote, “Bhaii ne bola karne ka to matlab karne kaa” …

Rohit Sharma dares Virat Kohli to hit a six with century on the line and India just two runs from win vs PAK - Video
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma dares Virat Kohli to hit a six with century on the line and India just two runs from win vs PAK - Video

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli reaffirmed his dominance over Pakistan in ICC tournaments with a majestic unbeaten century, leading India to a commanding six-wicket victory in the Champions Trophy on Sunday. The batting maestro, who has so often produced brilliant performances Pakistan on the biggest stage, delivered yet another masterclass – this time a well-crafted 100* off 111 balls – to steer India …

How Virat Kohli conquered his spin demons to demolish Pakistan in Dubai
3 weeks, 6 days ago

How Virat Kohli conquered his spin demons to demolish Pakistan in Dubai

India Today  

The wish of over a billion cricket fans in India was fulfilled as they got to see their favourite sight of star India batter Virat Kohli raising his bat to celebrate his century against Pakistan on Sunday, February 23 in Dubai. Having been dismissed against spin time and again in recent times, Kohli was determined to work on his weakness …

In Virat Kohli's batting you can see past, present and future of Indian cricket
3 weeks, 6 days ago

In Virat Kohli's batting you can see past, present and future of Indian cricket

India Today  

Next time Virat Kohli plays against Pakistan, writers across the world should pray for a fresh vocabulary. But it dropped at a time when a) the countdown to his retirement-a yearly affair these days-had hit the crescendo, b) his biggest asset, the cover drive, had been labelled a suicidal shot, c) everyone had declared bowlers just have to target the …

Kohli, Rohit 'have a lot of cricket left' after sending Pakistan to brink: Dhawan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Kohli, Rohit 'have a lot of cricket left' after sending Pakistan to brink: Dhawan

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have "a lot of cricket left in them", former India opener and Champions Trophy winner Shikhar Dhawan says, adding that the mere presence of the veteran duo can unsettle any opposition. Kohli hit an unbeaten 100 on Sunday, his 51st ODI century, as India swept aside Pakistan by six wickets in Dubai to stand …

India’s Kohli shuts ‘outside noise’ in landmark century against Pakistan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

India’s Kohli shuts ‘outside noise’ in landmark century against Pakistan

Al Jazeera  

Virat Kohli’s unbeaten century helps him cross 14,000 runs in ODIs and seal India’s place in the Champions Trophy semifinals. Kohli became the fastest batter and third man to reach 14,000 runs in ODIs, before going on to hit a record-extending 51st century in the limited overs format as he led India’s chase in their six-wicket win in Dubai on …

Virat Kohli not done yet, will score 10 or 15 more hundreds: Navjot Sidhu
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli not done yet, will score 10 or 15 more hundreds: Navjot Sidhu

India Today  

Navjot Singh Sindhu has claimed that Virat Kohli will play for another 2 to 3 years and will score 10 or 15 hundreds after his amazing performance against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy on Sunday, February 23. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Kohli's character impresses Sidhu Sidhu went on to say that Kohli's cover drives showed that he …

'Virat Kohli Zindabad': How Tendulkar, Ganguly and others reacted to batting star's match-winning ton against Pakistan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

'Virat Kohli Zindabad': How Tendulkar, Ganguly and others reacted to batting star's match-winning ton against Pakistan

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli slammed an unbeaten 100 off 111 deliveries as India handed Pakistan a six-wicket loss in Dubai on Sunday to confirm their place in the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy. AP India erupted with joy after Virat Kohli scored a match-winning hundred against Pakistan to help India seal their spot in the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy …

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