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Virat Kohli

Player Overview

2008

IPL Debut

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Specialization

5 November 1988

Date of Birth

283

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About

Virat Kohli, born on November 5, 1988, is a prominent figure in the world of cricket, particularly in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has been a key player for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) since his debut in 2008, showcasing his exceptional talent and leadership qualities throughout his career. Kohli captained RCB from 2013 to 2021, a period during which he led the team to the IPL final in 2016. His performance that season was nothing short of spectacular, as he amassed a record 973 runs, which remains the highest total in a single IPL season.

Kohli's consistency and ability to perform under pressure have made him one of the most reliable batsmen in the league. He is the only player to have scored over 8,000 runs in IPL history, a testament to his skill and dedication to the game. His aggressive batting style and remarkable ability to chase down targets have earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Orange Cap for being the tournament's leading run-scorer.

In addition to his individual achievements, Kohli's influence extends beyond the field. His leadership has inspired many young players, and his commitment to RCB has created a strong bond with the team's fanbase. Even after stepping down from captaincy, he remains a vital part of the squad, having been retained for the 2025 season. As he enters this new chapter, fans eagerly anticipate his performance, especially following his Orange Cap-winning season in 2024.

Virat Kohli's journey in the IPL is a blend of passion, perseverance, and unparalleled talent. His contributions to RCB and the league as a whole have solidified his status as one of cricket's all-time greats, making him a player to watch in every season.

Batting & Fielding Stats

Season	Mat	NO	Runs	HS	Avg	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	CT	ST
Career	283	44	9336	113	39.06	6926	134.8	9	68	844	316	127	-
2026	16	4	675	105*	56.25	407	165.85	1	5	73	25	9	0
2025	15	3	657	73*	54.75	454	144.71	0	8	66	19	3	0
2024	15	3	741	113*	61.75	479	154.7	1	5	62	38	8	0
2023	14	2	639	101*	53.25	457	139.82	2	6	65	16	13	0
2022	16	1	341	73	22.73	294	115.99	0	2	32	8	9	0
2021	15	1	405	72*	28.92	339	119.46	0	3	43	9	8	0
2020	15	4	466	90*	42.36	384	121.35	0	3	23	11	3	0
2019	14	0	464	100	33.14	328	141.46	1	2	46	13	5	0
2018	14	3	530	92*	48.18	381	139.1	0	4	52	18	8	0
2017	10	0	308	64	30.8	252	122.22	0	4	23	11	6	0
2016	16	4	973	113	81.08	640	152.03	4	7	83	38	6	0
2015	16	5	505	82*	45.9	386	130.82	0	3	35	23	7	0
2014	14	1	359	73	27.61	294	122.1	0	2	23	16	7	0
2013	16	2	634	99	45.28	457	138.73	0	6	64	22	7	0
2012	16	2	364	73*	28	326	111.65	0	2	33	9	7	0
2011	16	4	557	71	46.41	460	121.08	0	4	55	16	7	0
2010	16	2	307	58	27.9	212	144.81	0	1	26	12	3	0
2009	16	2	246	50	22.36	219	112.32	0	1	22	8	9	0
2008	13	1	165	38	15	157	105.09	0	0	18	4	2	0

Bowling Statistics

Season	Balls	Runs	WKTS	BBM	Avg	Econ	SR	4W	5W
Career	267	368	4	-	92	8.27	66.75	-	-
2026	16	0	0	0	-	-	-	-	0
2016	6	13	0	0/13	-	13	-	0	0
2015	11	10	0	0/4	-	5.45	-	0	0
2012	18	49	0	0/13	-	16.33	-	0	0
2011	102	139	2	1/8	69.5	8.17	51	0	0
2010	32	50	0	0/1	-	9.37	-	0	0
2009	36	46	0	0/9	-	7.66	-	0	0
2008	46	61	2	2/25	30.5	7.95	23	0	0

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