Virat Kohli Makes History with 300th ODI Appearance for India
Kohli becomes the first cricketer to play 300 ODIs alongside 100 Tests and 100 T20Is, solidifying his legendary status.
- Virat Kohli became the seventh Indian and 18th international cricketer to reach 300 ODI appearances, joining legends like Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni.
- He is the first player in cricket history to play 300 ODIs while also having 100 matches each in Tests and T20Is.
- Kohli has amassed 14,096 ODI runs at an average of 58.00, including 51 centuries, the most by any player in the format.
- West Indies legend Viv Richards praised Kohli's energy, passion, and resilience, comparing him to himself and calling him a true testament to greatness.
- Kohli's milestone match against New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy also determines India's semifinal opponent based on the result.