Virat Kohli, is ready to make his highly anticipated return to action on August 2 (tomorrow) as India faces off against Sri Lanka in the first of three-match ODI series in Colombo.
This series is particularly significant as it marks Kohli’s comeback to international cricket following a brief break after India’s T20 World Cup triumph.
Virat Kohli has an unbreakable bond with setting new records. In every game, across all formats, ‘King Kohli’ leaves a trail of new milestones, leaving the cricketing world in awe. As the much-awaited series approaches, let’s dive into the records he could shatter:
Chasing 27,000 International Runs
Kohli is just 116 runs away from reaching a monumental 27,000 international runs. Although he retired from the T20I format after his match-winning knock at the World Cup this year, Kohli’s stellar performances have consistently helped India win countless matches.
With 26,884 runs in 530 matches, he’s on the brink of joining an elite club. Currently, only three cricketers rank above him: Sachin Tendulkar (34,357 runs), Kumar Sangakkara (28,016 runs), and Ricky Ponting (27,483 runs).
Eyeing 14,000 ODI Runs
Kohli is also on the verge of joining the legendary ranks of Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara in ODIs. Just 152 runs shy of 14,000 ODI runs, Kohli stands at 13,848 runs. Given his exceptional form and extensive experience, it’s highly likely he will achieve this milestone during the series.
Moreover, he is closing in onKumar Sangakkara’s tally of 14,234 runs, needing 387 runs to surpass him. Although scoring 387 runs in three games is a tall order, Kohli’s prowess makes anything possible.
Breaking the ODI Fifties Record
With 72 half-centuries, Kohli is currently tied with Sourav Ganguly. Scoring one more fifty will put him ahead of Ganguly, and another fifty will see him surpass MS Dhoni’s tally of 73 fifties. Achieving these milestones will further cement his standing among cricket legends.
The first ODI of the series between Sri Lanka and India will be played at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, followed by matches on August 4 and 7 at the same venue.
As Kohli steps onto the field, fans worldwide will be eagerly watching, anticipating another record-breaking performance from the cricket icon.
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