Virat Kohli Eyes Ganguly's Record: 5 Runs Away From History

Virat Kohli has played in four ICC ODI finals - two in the World Cup (2011, 2023) and two in the Champions Trophy (2013, 2017).

Virat Kohli has been a key performer for India in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025 tournament.

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Virat Kohli has been in sublime form throughout the Champions Trophy 2025, playing a crucial role in India's journey to the final. His magnificent century against Pakistan and a vital half-century in the semi-final against Australia have further solidified his reputation as a big-match player.

Now, as India gears up to face New Zealand in the final, Kohli stands just five runs away from surpassing Sourav Ganguly to become India's highest run-scorer in ICC ODI finals.

Virat Kohli on verge of breaking Ganguly's record

Indian batting legend Virat Kohli has played in four ICC ODI finals - two in the World Cup (2011, 2023) and two in the Champions Trophy (2013, 2017). So far, he has scored 137 runs in these finals at an average of 34.25, including a half-century. Sourav Ganguly currently holds the record with 141 runs in ICC ODI finals, but Kohli is now within touching distance of overtaking him.

Kohli's form in Champions Trophy 2025

Virat Kohli has been a key performer for India in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025 tournament. He remained unbeaten on 22 in the opening match, smashed a brilliant century against Pakistan, scored 11 against New Zealand in the group stage, and played a crucial knock of 84 in the semi-final against Australia. With the final ahead, Kohli has the perfect opportunity to set a new benchmark while leading India's charge for the trophy.

Indias top scorers in ICC ODI Finals (World Cup + Champions Trophy)

Sourav Ganguly – 141 runs

Virat Kohli – 137 runs

Virender Sehwag – 120 runs

Sachin Tendulkar – 98 runs

Gautam Gambhir – 97 runs

Will Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli bid farewell to ODIs after IND vs NZ CT Final?

After guiding India to the T20 World Cup 2024 title with a thrilling seven-run win over South Africa, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli took everyone by surprise by announcing their retirement from T20Is. Now, with the Champions Trophy 2025 final on the horizon, speculation is mounting that the two stalwarts might bid farewell to ODI cricket as well.