Virat Kohli, one of cricket’s greatest, celebrates his 36th birthday, marking over 15 years of remarkable achievements. From a young prodigy leading India to the ICC U19 World Cup title in 2008, Kohli has become a symbol of consistency, aggression, and modern cricketing excellence. Here’s a look at his stunning career across formats.

Test Cricket: A stellar record

Kohli’s Test career, spanning 118 matches, has seen him score 9,040 runs at an average of 47.83, with 29 centuries. His peak from 2016-2019 stands out, with 4,208 runs in 43 Tests at an average of 66.79, including 7 double centuries—a record for any captain. As India’s most successful Test captain, he led India to 40 wins in 68 Tests, with a win percentage of 58.

ODIs: The ultimate chase master

Regarded as one of the greatest ODI players, Kohli has accumulated 13,906 runs in 295 matches at an average of 58.18, including 50 centuries—a record surpassing even Sachin Tendulkar in ODI centuries. His unmatched consistency in run chases has earned him the title of “Chasemaster”, scoring 5,786 runs at a remarkable average of 90.40 in successful run chases.

Kohli’s World Cup performances are legendary, finishing as the Player of the Tournament in WC 2023 with 765 runs. He is the second-highest run-scorer in World Cup history, with 1,795 runs in 37 matches.

T20Is: A record-breaking force

In T20 Internationals, Kohli has amassed 4,188 runs in 125 matches, with a century and 38 fifties. He is the second-highest run-scorer in T20Is and holds the record for the most runs in T20 World Cups (1,292 runs in 35 matches). Kohli’s ability to chase in T20Is is unparalleled, with 1,651 runs in successful chases at an average of 78.61.

ICC titles & global recognition

Kohli is the only cricketer to win all major ICC titles: the U19 World Cup, ICC Cricket World Cup, T20 World Cup, and the ICC World Test Championship. He has earned numerous awards, including ICC Player of the Decade (2011-2020) and ICC ODI Player of the Year.

IPL success

In the IPL, Kohli stands as the leading run-scorer in the league’s history, with 8,004 runs in 252 matches. He won the Orange Cap twice, including a stunning 973 runs in the 2016 season, making him one of the most consistent performers in IPL history.

A career that continues to inspire

Virat Kohli’s cricketing journey is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and hunger for excellence. With 27,134 runs across all formats and 80 centuries, he remains one of the most accomplished and influential cricketers in the world, continuing to inspire the next generation of players.