Virat Kohli won the ICC ODI Player of the Year 2023 Award and was named to the ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year 2023. ICC acknowledged Kohli’s outstanding performance with bat in 2023. ICC posted a video of Virat Kohli receiving the prestigious award and a cap on June 1 on Instagram.
Virat Kohli’s 2023 Performance in ODI
- Virat Kohli Scored 1,377 runs in 27 ODIs at an average of 72.47 and a strike rate of 99.13.
- Virat Kohli Contributed significantly to India’s Asia Cup 2023 victory, scoring an unbeaten 122* in 94 balls against Pakistan.
- Kohli broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 673 runs in the 2003 WC and outdid Sachin’s 49 ODI tons. He had an astonishing ODI World Cup 2023.
- Kohli was the most run-scorer in the World Cup 2023.
Virat Kohli ODI Stats 2023: Batting, Bowling, and Fielding
| Virat Kohli (Batting) | |||||||
| Match | Inn | Runs | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | HS |
| 27 | 24 | 1377 | 72.47 | 99.13 | 8 | 6 | 166 |
| Virat Kohli (Bowling & Fielding) | |||||||
| Match | Inn | Wickets | Avg | SR | Balls | BBI | Catch |
| 27 | 2 | 1 | 15.00 | 21.00 | 21 | 13/1 | 12 |
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A Look at Virat Kohli’s Career
Virat Kohli is a renowned batsman in the modern cricket era. He is set to break many records in the ongoing T20 Cricket World Cup 2024. He is also the first player to score 4000 runs in T20I cricket. He holds the record for most hundreds in ODI cricket (50).
Virat Kohli is the fastest 10,000 international runs scorer in ODI cricket. Statistically speaking, Kohli was a successful captain of the Indian Men’s cricket team till now. Kohli is also the most-followed Indian personality on Instagram.
Virat Kohli in ODI World Cup: Stats
Virat Kohli achieved the feature to complete 1500 runs in the World Cup. He is the 2nd Indian cricketer to score 1500 runs. Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar was the first Indian cricketer to do so.
| Player | Inn | Runs | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Best Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 37 | 1795 | 59.83 | 88.20 | 5 | 12 | 117 |
Virat Kohli’s total centuries in all formats
Virat Kohli scored a total of 80 (eighty) centuries in all formats (Tests, ODI, and T20I). Kohli achieved his 50th century in ODIs in the World Cup semi-final against New Zealand on November 15, 2023, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar (49).
| Formats | Total 100s |
|---|---|
| Tests | 29 |
| ODIs | 50 |
| T20I | 1 |
Virat Kohli’s highest score in all formats
| Formats | Highest Score |
|---|---|
| Tests | 254* |
| ODIs | 183 |
| T20I | 122* |
Virat Kohli’s Net Worth
Virat Kohli’s High Profile and Wealth
- Known for his high-paying cricketing contracts, brand endorsements, and business ventures.
- Estimated net worth of around $112 million.
- Plays for BCCI and IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore.
- Earns an estimated $24 million annually from cricket.
- Has several brand endorsements and owns a fashion label, Wrogn, and a fitness centre chain, Chisel.
- Owns several luxurious properties in Mumbai and Delhi.
- Co-owner of Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League in 2021.
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Kohli’s Real Estate and Cars
- Owns several high-end cars including Audi R8 V10 Plus, Audi R8 LMX, Audi A8 L, Audi Q8, Audi Q7, Audi RS 5, Audi S5, Renault Duster, Toyota Fortuner, Range Rover Vogue, Bentley Continental GT, and Flying Spur.
Virat Kohli won the ICC ODI Player of the Year 2023 Award: A Lifelong Cricketer
Virat Kohli started playing cricket at a young age and was Inspired by his father. Virat Kohli made his international debut for India in 2008 at 19 years old. He holds the record for the fastest century by an Indian batsman in ODIs. He smashed a record-breaking century off 52 deliveries against Australia in 2013.
Virat Kohli has been a Brand ambassador for Audi, Puma, and MRF. Kohli received the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year in 2017 and 2018. He has been a highly followed Indian celebrity on social media with millions of followers.
Virat Kohli Foundation Overview
Virat Kohli Foundation (VKF) WAS established in 2013 to support underprivileged children.
- Focuses on education and sports promotion in India.
- Established the Virat Kohli Sports Scholarship for budding athletes.
- Collaborates with NGOs for social causes.
- Associated with other charitable initiatives.
FAQs
How many wickets did Virat Kohli take in ODI cricket?
Virat Kohli took 8 wickets in ODI cricket as of June, 2024.
How many wickets did Virat Kohli take in T20I cricket?
Virat Kohli took 4 wickets in T20I cricket as of June, 2024.