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Virat Kohli Leads IPL 2025 Scoring While Childhood Ambitions Resurface

The 36-year-old cricket legend, now IPL's top run-scorer this season, once declared in school his intent to succeed Sachin Tendulkar.

Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli before a match.
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Overview

  • Virat Kohli is leading the IPL 2025 Orange Cap race with 505 runs in 11 matches, steering Royal Challengers Bangalore to the top of the points table.
  • Kohli recently added the 2025 Champions Trophy to his list of major international cricket achievements, solidifying his legacy as one of the sport's greatest players.
  • Revelations from Kohli’s childhood teacher highlight his early confidence and determination, including his oft-repeated claim to become the next Sachin Tendulkar.
  • Balancing academics and cricket as a student, Kohli was an above-average performer, supported by teachers who provided additional guidance to manage his dual commitments.
  • At 36, Kohli continues to manage his career strategically, retiring from T20Is to focus on Tests and ODIs while maintaining his fitness and evolving his on-field persona.