India’s victory in the Champions Trophy was spectacular, and Virat Kohli played a pivotal role in this triumph. His consistent performance set several new benchmarks in the tournament, making him one of the most dominant batters in cricket history. Here are the seven incredible records Kohli established during the Champions Trophy:
Contents
- 1 1. Highest Run-Scorer for India in Champions Trophy History
- 2 2. Joint-Most Finals in ICC Tournaments
- 3 3. Fastest Batsman to Reach 14,000 ODI Runs
- 4 4. Most Catches by an Indian in ODI Cricket
- 5 5. First Indian to Score a Century Against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy
- 6 6. Most 50+ Scores in Champions Trophy and ICC Tournaments
- 7 7. Third-highest run Scorer in International Cricket
1. Highest Run-Scorer for India in Champions Trophy History
Virat Kohli now holds the record for the most runs scored by an Indian player in the Champions Trophy. With 747 runs in 18 matches, he surpassed Shikhar Dhawan’s previous record of 701 runs. Kohli now stands just behind West Indies’ Chris Gayle, who has 791 runs in the tournament.
2. Joint-Most Finals in ICC Tournaments
Kohli has played in nine ICC finals, a record he shares with Rohit Sharma. His impressive tally includes appearances in two ODI World Cup finals, two T20 World Cup finals, two World Test Championship finals, and three Champions Trophy finals. His vast experience on the grandest stage showcases his consistency and ability to deliver under pressure.
3. Fastest Batsman to Reach 14,000 ODI Runs
Another milestone in Kohli’s illustrious career is becoming the fastest batsman to reach 14,000 runs in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He achieved this feat in just 287 innings, surpassing the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who took 350 innings to reach the same landmark.
4. Most Catches by an Indian in ODI Cricket
Kohli has also set a new benchmark in fielding, recording the most catches by an Indian cricketer in ODIs. He grabbed seven catches in five matches during this year’s Champions Trophy, bringing his career total to 161 catches. He has now surpassed Mohammad Azharuddin (156 catches) and trails only Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardene, who holds the record with 218 catches.
5. First Indian to Score a Century Against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy
Kohli etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian cricketer to score a century against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy. While chasing a target of 241 runs, he played a remarkable knock of 100 runs, leading India to victory and setting a new milestone in Indo-Pak cricketing history.
6. Most 50+ Scores in Champions Trophy and ICC Tournaments
Kohli now holds the record for 50+ scores in the Champions Trophy. He has crossed the 50-run mark seven times, surpassing legendary cricketers such as Shikhar Dhawan, Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid, Kane Williamson, and Rohit Sharma, all of whom have achieved this feat six times. Additionally, in ODI ICC tournaments, he has recorded 24 scores of 50 or more, overtaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 23.
7. Third-highest run Scorer in International Cricket
With a staggering 27,599 runs across all formats, Kohli has moved to third place in international cricket’s list of highest run-scorers. He has surpassed former Australian captain Ricky Ponting, who had 27,483 runs. Only Kumar Sangakkara (28,016 runs) and the great Sachin Tendulkar (34,357 runs) are ahead of him.
Conclusion
Virat Kohli’s dominance in international cricket continues to grow, and his latest records in the Champions Trophy further cement his legacy. His batting prowess, fielding brilliance, and ability to shine on the biggest stage make him one of the greatest cricketers ever. As he continues to break new records, cricket fans eagerly await what more he has in store for the future.
