Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli, born on November 5, 1988, is an Indian cricketer who captained the Indian national team across all formats and is regarded as one of the finest batsmen in the world. He has scored over 70 international centuries, becoming the fastest to achieve 8,000, 9,000, 10,000, 11,000, and 12,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs). In 2018, Kohli was awarded the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, India's highest sporting honor. Under his captaincy, India achieved its first-ever Test series victory in Australia during the 2018-19 season. Known for his aggressive batting style and consistent performance, Kohli has significantly contributed to Indian cricket's success on the global stage.