Page 5 - Virat Kohli
Not surprised at Kohli's decision to quit captaincy: Pietersen
Kohli stunned the cricketing world by stepping down from the Test captaincy following India's 1-2 series loss to South Africa
Kohli goes past Tendulkar for most runs by Indian in away ODIs
He achieved the feat during the first ODI against South Africa here
Kohli moves up 7 places, Head seven in latest ICC Test batters' rankings
Australian batter Travis Head has jumped seven spots to joint-fifth with India cricketer Rohit Sharma in the latest ICC Men's Test Rankings for batters released on Wednesday.
For first time in 7 yrs, all eyes on Kohli the batter as India take on SA
Whether he is batting in the middle or fielding at the boundary line, Kohli's every move is tracked but some of that attention will now have to be shared by Rahul
For first time in 7 years, all eyes on Kohli the batter as India take on SA
The mighty Virat Kohli's presence in the Indian playing eleven as a mere player for the first time in seven years will be keenly followed
All eyes on Virat Kohli the batter as India take on South Africa in ODIs
Kohli's presence in the Indian playing eleven as a mere player for the first time in seven years will be keenly followed
'You will always be my captain': Siraj posts heartfelt note for Kohli
India pacer Mohammed Siraj has thanked former skipper Virat Kohli for trusting and believing in him.Kohli on Saturday stepped down as India's Test captain after leading the side for seven years.Siraj, who played under Kohli's leadership in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for RCB, said the former India skipper will always be his captain."To my superhero, I cannot be thankful enough for the support and the encouragement that I got from you. You have always been my great brother. Thank you for trusting me and believing in me for all these years. For seeing the great at my worst. You will be always be my captain King Kohli," Siraj said in an Instagram post.Last year, Kohli had stepped down as the T20I captain and then he was removed as the ODI leader as the selectors wanted one captain for the white-ball format.Kohli has been the most successful Test captain India has ever produced. After taking over the reins from MS Dhoni, he has led India in 68 Test matches and secured 40 wins at a win
If given an opportunity, it will be an honour to captain India: Bumrah
India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah on Monday said he is not averse to leading the national team if an opportunity comes knocking at his door in the near future
For Brand Virat Kohli to rule, Batsman Kohli must score and emerge strong
Kohli, who is associated with brands such as Vivo, Puma, Uber India, to name a few, had in 2020 emerged as the most valuable celebrity in the country for a fourth straight year
Kohli is one of the finest captains, once in a generation cricketer: BCCI
Virat Kohli is "one of the finest captains" and "once in a generation" cricketer, BCCI said in its rich tribute after the star batter quit as Test captain
BCCI respects Kohli's decision to step down as Test skipper: Ganguly
The BCCI President Sourav Ganguly said Virat Kohli's decision to step down as Team India's Test skipper is a "personal one".
Stunned cricketing fraternity lauds India's most successful Test captain
Virat Kohli's unexpected decision to quit Test captaincy stunned the cricketing world, which lauded the Indian star batter for taking his team to new heights. Kohli ended his seven-year reign as India's most successful Test captain with memorable series wins in England and Australia being the highlight. "Although I also am shocked by @imVkohli sudden decision, I respect his call. I can only applaud him for what he has done for world cricket & India. Easily one of the most aggressive and fittest players India has had. Hope he'd continue to shine for India as a player," tweeted former teammate Suresh Raina. Kohli took India to the top of world rankings and made them a formidable force in all conditions. "When Virat took over as Test captain, India winning a test overseas was an achievement, now if India lose an overseas test series it is an upset. And that's how far he has taken Indian cricket forward, and that will be his legacy. Congratulations on successful reign," wrote former ..
Virat Kohli quits Test captaincy, a day after series defeat against Proteas
Virat Kohli on Saturday dropped a bombshell by quitting Test captaincy following the unexpected series defeat against South Africa. Kohli was appointed Test captain back in 2014 when M S Dhoni stepped down in the middle of the series against Australia. "Every thing has to come to a halt at some stage and for me as Test captain of India, it's now. There have been many ups and also some downs along the journey but there has never been lack of effort or lack of belief," Kohli wrote in a statement which he posted on Twitter, taking everyone by surprise. His shock announcement came a day after India lost the Test series in South Africa 1-2. Kohli led India to the top of world rankings and during his tenure, the team recorded a memorable series win in Australia. The 33-year old had recently quit as T20 captain and was later sacked at ODI captain by the BCCI.
SA vs Ind: No sanctions but the Indian team cautioned for DRS outburst
India cricket team has been cautioned by Andy Pycroft, the match referee for the third Test match, after Virat Kohli and his teammates vented their ire over a DRS decision
'Not my job': Kohli avoids discussing Rahane, Pujara's spot in team
South Africa on Friday defeated India in the third and final Test to clinch the three-match series 2-1
SA v IND, 3rd Test: The batting let us down, rues Kohli after series loss
After leading 1-0, India went on to lose the next two matches in Johannesburg and Cape Town
Really immature, you can't be a role model this way: Gambhir slams Kohli
Virat Kohli's outburst against a controversial DRS decision during the third Test against South Africa was "immature", feels former opener Gautam Gambhir.
Really immature, can't be a role model in this manner: Gambhir slams Kohli
Virat Kohli's outburst against a controversial DRS decision during the third Test against South Africa was "immature", feels former opener Gautam Gambhir.
SA on firm footing for series win despite Pant hundred, Kohli cries foul
Pant's (100 not out off 139 balls) fourth Test hundred constituted for more than 50 per cent of India's second innings
Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara have been headache for us: Petersen
India lost both their openers cheaply once again in the second innings but Pujara (9) and Kohli (14) thereafter took charge of the proceedings
