Virat Kohli: 8 things you should know about the batsman

• Virat Kohli is an Indian international cricketer widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time. 
• Kohli has contributed to the success of the Indian national team, including winning the World Cup in 2011 and the Champions Trophy in 2013.
• Kohli is the first and only cricketer to be named ODI Cricketer of the Year, ICC Cricketer of the Year and Test Cricket of the Year in one year.

Virat Kohli is an Indian international cricketer widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time. Despite holding numerous records, there are several unknown facts about Virat Kohli.

Kohli has received many accolades for his performances on the cricket field. In 2020, he was named the player of the decade by the International Cricket Council. The 45-year-old, who plays as a right-handed batsman, holds the record for scoring the most runs in both T20 Internationals and IPL.

Virat Kohli. Photo/ The Indian Express.

Kohli has contributed to the success of the Indian national team, including winning the World Cup in 2011 and the Champions Trophy in 2013. He is a former captain of the Indian cricket team.

Now into our main topic of discussion, let’s look at eight interesting facts about Virat Kohli.

1. He Is A Vegan 

One of the interesting facts about Virat Kohli is that he is a vegan. The Indian cricketer follows a strict diet which is free of dairy and meat products. He revealed that he turned vegetarian due to an injury in his cervical spine during a tour of South Africa in 2018.

Kohli’s bones were weakening due to the injury, and he felt much better after turning vegetarian.

2. Most Test Wins By An Indian Captain At Home 

Virat Kohli holds the record for most test wins by an Indian captain at home. He surpassed MS Dhoni to hold this record on February 25, 2021, during their third day and night test against England. According to Cricket Revolt, Kohli’s highest score in Test is currently 254.

The former Indian captain is the only cricketer in the world who has scored a hat-trick of centuries in his first three Test innings as a captain. 

3. Sachin Tendulkar Is His Role Model 

Sachin Tendulkar is arguably the biggest role model in India for millions of aspirants who want to make it big in cricket, and Virat Kohli is no exception. Kohli previously stated that Tendulkar is his role model and a person he idolized in his formative years. Kohli tried to emulate Tendulkar’s style of batting, imitating his shots. 

Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. Photo/ DNA India.

4. Has The Nickname Cheeku 

Virat Kohli has the nickname Cheeku which is known worldwide. He was given the nickname by former Delhi coach Ajit Chaudhary when he was playing for the team. Ajit was heard calling Virat Cheeku several times behind the stumps. 

5. Amazing Winning Streaks 

Virat Kohli is the first and only cricketer to be named ODI Cricketer of the Year, ICC Cricketer of the Year and Test Cricket of the Year in one year.

The right-handed batsman was just 23 years old when he was named ICC Cricketer of the Year. His individual awards also include Padri Shri & Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award and the Arjuna Award. 

6. One Of The Fittest Cricketers In The World

Virat Kohli facts. Photo/ Times of India.

Virat Kohli is widely recognized for his physical fitness and intense training regime. He has advocated for leading a healthy lifestyle and advises people to exercise regularly. His hard work and discipline have led to him being recognized as one of the fittest cricketers in the world. 

7. Virat Kohli Foundation 

Virat Kohli established the Virat Kohli Foundation in 2013. The objective of the foundation is to support underprivileged children. It has organized several charity events to raise funds over the years, including football matches featuring Bollywood actors and Indian cricketers. 

8. Unnatural Connection With December 19 

One of the interesting facts about Virat Kohli is his unnatural connection with December 19. Under Virat Kohli’s leadership, India scored 759/7, thanks to Karun Nair’s amazing 303* runs and KL Rahul’s 199 runs from 311 balls. This was India’s highest-ever test innings total.

On that same day the following year, India recorded their lowest-ever test innings total. Australian bowlers thrashed them completely, shattering their hopes as they were out for 36 runs.