‘Forever grateful’: Virat Kohli celebrates 15 years in International cricket
Virat Kohli’s enduring legacy in the world of cricket has solidified over the course of the last 15 years.
On August 18, a significant milestone is etched into the annals of Virat Kohli’s career, marking the day in 2008 when he first graced the international cricket stage during an ODI against Sri Lanka in Dambulla. Celebrating this pivotal moment, the cricket maestro took to Twitter to express his profound gratitude on Friday.
On the anniversary of his international debut, he shared a compelling snapshot accompanied by a caption that resonated deeply with his journey: ‘Forever grateful’. The image he chose to share captured a moment of triumph and resilience when India triumphed over Pakistan in a nail-biting T20 World Cup encounter at the Melbourne Cricket Ground just the previous year.
In this high-octane contest, he emerged as the luminary, crafting an unbeaten 82 runs off 53 deliveries, orchestrating India’s resurgence from a difficult situation. Kohli’s enduring legacy in the world of cricket has solidified over the course of the last 15 years.
His remarkable accomplishments include amassing an astonishing 25,582 runs in 501 appearances across all formats of international cricket. A preeminent fixture in the top order, his bat remains an indispensable asset in the Indian cricket landscape.
Forever grateful pic.twitter.com/cpxoUNS0uG
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) August 18, 2023
His leadership prowess has also been manifest, as he steered the Indian team in 68 Tests, 95 ODIs, and 50 T20Is, achieving a commendable success rate, particularly in the challenging Test format. Kohli’s pivotal role is underscored in India’s pursuits at the upcoming Asia Cup and ODI World Cup.
While Kohli, along with cricket stalwarts Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul, has been absent from T20Is since India’s semifinal exit at the T20 World Cup in Australia the previous year, his significance in the ODI setup remains paramount. The current year has witnessed his resplendent form, amassing consistent runs in both Test and ODIs, alongside his commendable performances in the IPL.
Following a strategic rest period, Kohli is set to make his comeback during the impending Asia Cup, slated to commence towards the close of August. The event, co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka, will be a stage where cricketing titans converge. India’s matches will unfold against this backdrop, specifically in Sri Lanka, underscoring the captivating journey that Virat Kohli’s cricketing journey continues to be …
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