As cricket sensation Virat Kohli turns 36, we take a look at his journey from a young, brash talent to a composed and respected leader of the Indian cricket team. Through his insatiable hunger for success, mental toughness, and commitment, Kohli has set new benchmarks in international cricket. From leading the U-19 team to a World Cup win to fostering a culture of accountability in the Indian team, Kohli continues to inspire and set the bar high for both himself and his team.
The highly anticipated player retention announcements for the 2025 IPL season have finally been made, causing a stir among fans and analysts alike. Some of the biggest names in cricket, including MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah, are set to be retained by their respective teams, while others may be released. Stay tuned for all the latest updates and expert analysis on team strategies and potential changes.
The IPL franchises have announced their list of retained players for the upcoming auction, with hefty sums being shelled out to keep top stars on each team. Sunrisers Hyderabad retained South African batsman Heinrich Klaasen for a record-breaking 23 Crore Indian Rupees, closely followed by RCB's Virat Kohli and Lucknow Super Giants' Nicholas Pooran. While each team was allowed to retain up to six players, Chennai Super Kings made an unexpected move by retaining MS Dhoni as an "uncapped" player for a base value of 4 Crore Indian Rupees. Stay tuned to see who else will make the cut for the 2025 season.
On Thursday, Virat Kohli surpassed MS Dhoni in the list of most capped players for India, as he was named in the playing XI for the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. Kohli now has 536 appearances for India, one more than the legendary Dhoni who retired with 535 caps. This puts Kohli in second place, behind Sachin Tendulkar who has 664 caps, while another batting great Rahul Dravid follows with 504. Despite this milestone, Kohli was dismissed for a duck in the ongoing Test, which is his 116th international match.
Indian cricket team's star pacer Jasprit Bumrah has given insight into the different leadership styles of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and MS Dhoni. Having played under all three of them, Bumrah reveals how each one of them brings something unique to the table. He praises Rohit for his empathy towards bowlers and Kohli's energy levels and passion as a leader even after stepping down from captaincy. Bumrah also talks about Dhoni's instinctive approach and lack of overthinking.
Athiya Shetty and her husband KL Rahul have teamed up with top cricketers to organize a one-of-a-kind cricket auction to raise funds for Vipla Foundation, a special needs school in Mumbai. The couple has enlisted the support of legendary Indian cricketers like Rahul Dravid, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma, along with international stars like Jos Buttler and Quinton de Kock. The auction aims to support the foundation's special school for children with hearing and intellectual disabilities, which was started by Athiya's maternal grandmother.
According to a recent report, young player Shubman Gill will be stepping into the role of vice-captain for the Indian cricket team in their upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. Not only has he been Rohit Sharma's deputy in white-ball cricket, but it looks like Gill will also be taking on an important role in red-ball cricket. Additionally, Gill is considered a top contender for future captaincy in all formats, and this move could be a significant step towards that. Meanwhile, newly-appointed T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has expressed his commitment to maintaining the aggressive style of play cultivated by previous captain Rohit Sharma during his successful reign.
India's cricket captain Rohit Sharma achieved a major milestone during the ongoing T20 World Cup as he became the fifth Indian skipper to score 5000 international runs while leading the side across formats. With over 19,000 runs across all formats, Rohit joins the likes of Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Mohammed Azharuddin, and Sourav Ganguly in this exclusive club. His recent performance in the T20 World Cup has solidified his position as India's top scorer and leader. Stay updated with all the latest T20 World Cup news and live score updates.
Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson praises Indian cricket stalwarts Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni as the most mentally strong players he has played with. In an exclusive interview, Watson discusses the unique qualities that set these two players apart, their intense focus and strong self-belief, along with their contrasting styles and approaches to the game. Watson's insights reveal why Kohli and Dhoni continue to dominate in the Indian Premier League and beyond, even at the age of 32 and 42 respectively, and how they have paved their way to success as leaders and champions.
Former CSK captain MS Dhoni skipped the post-match handshake after his team's defeat to RCB, sparking outrage among fans. However, it was Virat Kohli's special gesture of visiting the CSK dressing room to check on Dhoni that has won admiration and respect for the Indian captain. Despite their intense rivalries on the field, Virat showed sportsmanship and gratitude towards Dhoni, making fans praise him even more. This video has gone viral on social media platforms, with many praising Kohli's gesture towards the heartbroken Dhoni.