Virat turns 28: Here is a look at his top 5 innings

 

New Delhi: Indian Test skipper Virat Kohli Kohli turns 28 on Saturday. The Delhi born cricketer has been a fine servant of Indian cricket team and established himself as one of the best players cricket has ever seen. Virat made his debut in 2008 against Sri Lanka and since then it’s been no looking back for the India’s number 18.

Kohli has so far managed to play 48 tests and 176 ODI’s for the country. He has 3554 runs in Tests and 7570 ODI runs to his name. Virat has enjoyed success in all formats of the game and has scored centuries in Tests, ODI’s and T20’s in his splendid career.

Kohli led India to the number one test ranking recently after decimating New Zealand 3-0. The Indian Test skipper is now gearing up for long series against England starting November 9.

Virat turns 28 and here is a look at his Top 5 innings

1.       183 against Pakistan in Mirpur (Asia Cup)

Virat Kohli scored 183 against top quality Pakistan side, in high attacking match during Asia cup in Mirpur in 2012. With India requiring 330 runs, Kohli guided India to a successful chase.

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       211 against New Zealand (3^rd Test New Zealand’s tour of India)

The Delhi born cricketer’s knok of 211 runs against New Zealand earned him praises from all quarters. Virat became the first Indian captain to score 2 double hundred’s in one calendar.

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      200 against West Indies 2016 (India's tour of West Indies)

Virat became the first Indian captain to score a double century abroad. It was Virat’s maiden double ton. He displayed magnificent cricketing ability in carribean.

4.      

      100 in 52 balls against Australia in Jaipur

Virat Kohli scored the fastest ODI century by an Indian against Australia from 52 deliveries. The 100 runs were assisted by eight boundaries and seven sixes.The 27-year-old broke Virender Sehwag's 60-ball century record against New Zealand in 2009.

 

 

5.       82 runs against Australia in 2016 T20 World Cup, Mohali

Virat powered India to successful run chase to out Australia in Quarter Finals of T20 World Cup in Mohali. His 82 runs Showcased sheer talent. Virat himself termed this knock as ‘one of his top three.’