New Delhi: In February, cricket enthusiasts in India will be thrilled to see the much-awaited return of Virat Kohli and his fellow national players to the 50-over format. The Men in Blue are gearing up to host England for a series consisting of 5 T20I matches and 3 ODIs, which is crucial for their prep work leading up to the big 2025 Champions Trophy.
Virat Kohli is on the brink of making history as he steps onto the field against Pakistan on February 23. With 295 ODIs already played, he stands ready to play his 300th match in Dubai, becoming the first cricketer to achieve the incredible landmark of 100 Tests, 300 ODIs, and 100 T20Is.
The former captain has had a remarkable career, with records that speak volumes: 121 Tests, 295 ODIs, and 125 T20Is. Even though he has stepped away from T20Is, his ability to perform consistently across all formats is unmatched. He kicked off his ODI career against Sri Lanka in 2008, made his T20I debut in 2010 against Zimbabwe, and debuted in Tests in 2011 against the West Indies.
Kohli’s journey wasn’t without hurdles; he faced early challenges, including being dropped from both the ODI and Test squads. However, he proved his mettle by securing his place in the ODI team in 2010 and becoming a staple in the Test squad after his outstanding performances against Australia during the 2011/12 series.
As the fastest player to reach 10,000 ODI runs, Kohli has amassed an impressive 13,906 runs in this format. He is on the brink of crossing the 14,000-run threshold, with only Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara lying ahead of him on the all-time scoring list. The upcoming series against England offers a golden opportunity for Kohli to hit this remarkable milestone.
