Virat Kohli Aims To Break Kumar Sangakkara's Record In IND vs SA Boxing Day Test

So far in 2023, Virat Kohli has amassed seven centuries, and with the crucial IND vs SA 1st Test still on the horizon, his influential run is set to persist.

South Africa continues to be an unconquered frontier for the Indian cricket team. IND vs SA Test series gives Kohli a chance to leave an indelible mark with his bat.

During IND vs SA Test series 2023-24, Virat Kohli can surpass milestone set by Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara for scoring over 2000 runs in international cricket the most times in a calendar year.

Virat Kohli has scored over 2000 runs 6 times so far in his career: 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019.

Kohli is now on the verge of breaking the world record in 2023, at present standing just 66 runs shy.

Players to score 2000 runs most times in International cricket: Virat Kohli (6), Kumar Sangakkara (6), Mahela Jayawardene (5), Sachin Tendulkar (5), Jacques Kallis (4)

Virat Kohli has played 14 Tests against South Africa since 2013 and during this period the former India skipper has accumulated an impressive total of 1236 runs, making him highest run-scorer among active cricketers in Tests between India and South Africa.