By India’s Virat Kohli made history yesterday, becoming only the third batsman in one-day international (ODI) history to surpass 14,000 runs. He reached the milestone during a crucial Champions Trophy match against Pakistan in Dubai.
Kohli, 36, entered the game with 13,985 runs in 298 ODIs and achieved the landmark with a stylish cover drive off Pakistani pacer Haris Rauf. India is currently chasing Pakistan’s total of 241 all out.
Nicknamed “King Kohli” for his exceptional consistency, he now joins an elite group of batsmen, trailing only Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara (14,234 runs) and Indian great Sachin Tendulkar (18,426 runs).
Kohli, alongside India’s skipper Rohit Sharma, retired from T20 internationals after leading India to a World Cup victory last year. However, both players have faced challenges in regaining their best form in Test and ODI cricket.
Despite his historic achievement, Kohli’s recent struggles with inconsistency have fueled speculation about his future in international cricket. Critics and fans alike are closely watching his performance.
With India’s campaign in the Champions Trophy underway, Kohli will aim to build on this milestone and silence any doubts about his longevity in the game.
