World Record Alert! Virat Kohli Becomes the Fastest Cricketer to Achieve This Colossal Feat
Virat Kohli has achieved a remarkable feat in the history of ODI cricket. The Indian batter became the third player in the world to surpass 14,000 runs in One-Day International (ODI) cricket, joining the ranks of the legendary Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara.
Kohli reached this milestone during the ongoing match against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The fifth game of the tournament between India and Pakistan is being held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, 23rd February.
Virat Kohli Continues His Golden Run Against Pakistan
Kohli, who had faced criticism for his poor performance in the previous match, played a pivotal role in his team’s success this time around. Despite being out of form recently, Kohli continued his golden run with the bat against Pakistan in ICC events.
He slammed a magnificent half-century and now has the joint-most fifty-plus scores in the history of ICC ODI events. This half-century against Pakistan was also his 8th fifty-plus score in ICC events, and notably, he has achieved this in just 15 innings against the Men in Green.
Fastest to 14,000 Runs
Virat Kohli became the fastest cricketer to reach 14,000 ODI runs, doing so in just 287 innings. He surpassed the previous record held by Sachin Tendulkar, who took 350 innings, and Kumar Sangakkara, who took 378 innings to achieve the same feat. Kohli’s ability to reach this landmark in significantly fewer innings is a clear indication of the impact he has made in ODI cricket for the India National Cricket Team.
Kohli reached the 14,000-run mark with a stunning cover drive against Haris Rauf, a shot that sealed his place in cricketing history. He took 63 innings less than Sachin Tendulkar, emphasizing his outstanding consistency and skill in the format.
Record in the Field
Not just with the bat, but Kohli also made history in the field. He picked up two catches during the match, surpassing Mohammad Azharuddin’s tally of 156 catches to become the Indian player with the most catches in ODI cricket. Kohli now has 158 catches in 299 matches.
Most Catches for India as a Fielder in ODIs:
| Player | Catches | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 158 | 299 |
| Mohammad Azharuddin | 156 | 334 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 140 | 463 |
| Rahul Dravid | 124 | 340 |
| Suresh Raina | 102 | 226 |
What’s Next for Virat Kohli?
Kohli’s brilliant half-century has placed India in a commanding position. He looks set to score another century, potentially his 51st ODI century, and help India secure another win in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. As always, Kohli’s consistency and passion for the game continue to shine, making him one of the best ODI players in history.
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