Virat Kohli recently achieved a significant milestone in his cricketing career. During the first match of the ODI series against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara, he surpassed Sourav Ganguly’s record for One Day International appearances. This marked Kohli’s 309th ODI, elevating him to the fifth position on India’s all-time list.
Milestone Achievements
Kohli now sits behind four cricket legends:
- Sachin Tendulkar – 463 ODIs
- MS Dhoni – 347 ODIs
- Rahul Dravid – 340 ODIs
- Mohammad Azharuddin – 334 ODIs
Ganguly retired with a total of 308 ODIs. With his impeccable fitness and outstanding performance, Kohli is expected to continue climbing the ranks in this elite list.
Future Prospects
At 36 years old, Kohli is eyeing the 2027 ODI World Cup as he aims to surpass the appearances of both Azharuddin and Dravid. His commitment and ability indicate he will break more records in the future.
Batting Records on the Horizon
As he heads into the New Zealand series, Kohli is also close to another impressive achievement. He has amassed 27,975 runs in international cricket. To become the second-highest run-scorer across all formats, he needs just 42 more runs to surpass Kumar Sangakkara, who holds 28,016 runs, placing him behind only Sachin Tendulkar.
Virat Kohli’s relentless pursuit of excellence continues to inspire young cricketers and fans alike. As he pushes boundaries, the cricketing world eagerly anticipates his next achievements.
