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Saba Karim On Kohli's Assured 2027 World Cup Spot And Rohit's Fitness Challenge

Saba Karim On Kohli's Assured 2027 World Cup Spot And Rohit's Fitness Challenge

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Former cricketer and selector Saba Karim discusses the prospects of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the 2027 ODI World Cup, highlighting Kohli's assured spot due to fitness and performance, while Rohit needs to prove himself. Karim also praises Kohli's multi-format adaptability and addresses Rishabh Pant's struggles in white-ball cricket.

PIX: Virat Kohli has got all angles covered!

PIX: Virat Kohli has got all angles covered!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

Indian Test captain Virat Kohli's unique style makes a statement.

Kohli on captaincy era: 'Everyone felt ownership'

Kohli on captaincy era: 'Everyone felt ownership'

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Virat Kohli discusses his time as captain of the Indian Test cricket team and how a shared sense of responsibility among players contributed to their success.

Performance, Not Age, Should Dictate Kohli, Rohit and Rohit's ODI Future: Kapil Dev

Performance, Not Age, Should Dictate Kohli, Rohit and Rohit's ODI Future: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev stated that no player, not even stalwarts like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, is a 'certainty' in the Indian team, emphasising that performance should be the sole criterion for selection.

Kohli misses Afghanistan ODIs due to hamstring injury; Gaikwad likely to join squad

Kohli misses Afghanistan ODIs due to hamstring injury; Gaikwad likely to join squad

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury, a rare occurrence for the exceptionally fit batsman. The news comes amidst uncertainty over Rohit Sharma's full availability for the series, also due to a hamstring issue, sparking discussions about the future of both senior players in the ODI format.

Virat Kohli steps down as India's Test captain

Virat Kohli steps down as India's Test captain

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

'Everything has to come to halt at some stage and for me as Test captain of India, it's now.'

'I've never seen a better 50-over player than Virat Kohli'

'I've never seen a better 50-over player than Virat Kohli'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting says he has not seen a "better player" than Virat Kohli in ODIs, and backed the Indian batting star to go past the legendary Sachin Tendulkar as the highest run-getter in the 50-overs' format.

Kohli-Anushka Celebrate IPL Win With The Birlas

Kohli-Anushka Celebrate IPL Win With The Birlas

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Virat Kohli and wife Anushka Sharma celebrated Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 title triumph with the team's new owners Kumar Mangalam Birla and his family.

Kohli, Yuvraj pay tribute to late Punjab cricketer Amanpreet Gill

Kohli, Yuvraj pay tribute to late Punjab cricketer Amanpreet Gill

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh pay tribute.to former Punjab cricketer Amanpreet Singh Gill, a member of India's 2008 U-19 World Cup-winning squad

Run Machine! Shubman Gill Joins Tendulkar, Kohli In Elite IPL List

Run Machine! Shubman Gill Joins Tendulkar, Kohli In Elite IPL List

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill joins Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and David Warner in an elite list of batters with multiple 500-run IPL seasons as a captain.

ICC ODI Rankings: Rohit closes in on Kohli; Gill stays second

ICC ODI Rankings: Rohit closes in on Kohli; Gill stays second

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

England batters Joe Root and Ben Duckett have made significant advancements in the ICC Men's ODI Player Rankings following their instrumental performances in England's first ODI series victory over India since 2018.

Virat Kohli's T20I Numbers Are AWESOME!

Virat Kohli's T20I Numbers Are AWESOME!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

How did India and Virat Kohli fare in T20Is? Rajneesh Gupta presents all the numbers.

The Many Moods Of Virat Kohli

The Many Moods Of Virat Kohli

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

He may no longer be RCB's captain, but Virat Kohli is always in the thick of action on the field and off it.

PSL 2026: Angry Babar Azam slams Kohli comparison

PSL 2026: Angry Babar Azam slams Kohli comparison

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Babar Azam snapped at a reporter during a post-match press conference after Peshawar Zalmi's win, expressing his frustration with constant comparisons to Virat Kohli and defending his ability to finish matches.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has God-gifted talent like Tendulkar, Kohli: Madan Lal

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has God-gifted talent like Tendulkar, Kohli: Madan Lal

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Madan Lal believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has the talent and mindset of cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, advocating for his inclusion in the national team.

The Many Moods Of Virat Kohli

The Many Moods Of Virat Kohli

Rediff.com9 May 2022

An all-charged up Virat Kohli took the field as the RCB bowlers put up a spirited performance to guide their team to a thumping 67 run victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Virat Kohli: Team India's Mr Consistent!

Virat Kohli: Team India's Mr Consistent!

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Indian captain Virat Kohli has set a new benchmark for consistency

Why Virat Kohli admires Rohit Sharma!

Why Virat Kohli admires Rohit Sharma!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

Rohit Sharma proved his captaincy credentials during IPL-6, leading Mumbai Indians to its first IPL title.

PHOTOS: Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma married!

PHOTOS: Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma married!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

India cricket captain Virat Kohli and Bollywood star Anushka Sharma have tied the knot, in Italy, on Monday.

Prasidh Krishna out of final West Indies ODI; Anshul Kamboj called in as replacement

Prasidh Krishna out of final West Indies ODI; Anshul Kamboj called in as replacement

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Anshul Kamboj replaced injured Prasidh Krishna for India's third ODI against West Indies after Prasidh suffered a left hamstring injury during the second match at Guwahati

I am representation of new India: Virat Kohli

I am representation of new India: Virat Kohli

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

The new India, according to Kohli, is the one that's not afraid to take up challenges.

A record 162 and a historic chase: Shai Hope stuns India

A record 162 and a historic chase: Shai Hope stuns India

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Shai Hope smashed an unbeaten 162 as West Indies chased 352 to stun India by five wickets, setting a new record for the highest score in a successful ODI chase.

'Once upon a time' in Virat Kohli's life

'Once upon a time' in Virat Kohli's life

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The India Test and ODI skipper was seen shooting for an advertisement.

Who Will Replace Ajit Agarkar As Chairman Of Selectors?

Who Will Replace Ajit Agarkar As Chairman Of Selectors?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

The BCCI is set to take up an important matter at its 95th AGM in Mumbai on Friday -- the appointment of a new selector to replace outgoing chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar.

Sehwag wants Sooryavanshi to get more games and prove his worth

Sehwag wants Sooryavanshi to get more games and prove his worth

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has praised young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, comparing his aggressive style to his own. Sehwag emphasised that age is not a barrier in top-flight cricket if performance is consistent. He also lauded Shubman Gill for his recent double century and record-breaking performance, and expressed confidence in India's bowling attack for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Spotted! Virat Kohli's 'wife'... errr 'fiancee' Anushka Sharma!

Spotted! Virat Kohli's 'wife'... errr 'fiancee' Anushka Sharma!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Australian presenter Michael Slater during his commentary called Anushka Sharma as Kohli's wife.

Virat Kohli bats for Number 44

Virat Kohli bats for Number 44

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

Virat Kohli calls for relocation of Jaipur elephant

J&K Pacer Auqib Nabi Makes India ODI Debut Against West Indies

J&K Pacer Auqib Nabi Makes India ODI Debut Against West Indies

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi made his international debut for India in the second ODI against West Indies in Guwahati, becoming the third player from J&K to play for India in ODIs.

Virat Kohli tags the extraordinary woman in his life!

Virat Kohli tags the extraordinary woman in his life!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

On International Women's Day, Kohli, like every other person took to his Twitter handle to share his thoughts on this day.

Samson joins India's six-hitting elite as team crosses 2,000 T20I sixes

Samson joins India's six-hitting elite as team crosses 2,000 T20I sixes

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sanju Samson smashed 56 off 22 balls to join India's 100-six T20I club as the team became the second nation to cross 2,000 sixes in the format.

Virat Kohli ventures into E motor sports

Virat Kohli ventures into E motor sports

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Buys team in electric powerboat series.

RCB vs GT: Top Performer: Virat Kohli

RCB vs GT: Top Performer: Virat Kohli

Rediff.com1 May 2022

Virat Kohli bounced back in style to score a patient half-century against the Gujarat Titans.

Rohit Sharma on finding the perfect formula to handle pressure

Rohit Sharma on finding the perfect formula to handle pressure

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rohit Sharma credits meticulous preparation, studying opposition bowlers and mental strength for handling pressure, while maintaining strong ODI form ahead of India's upcoming New Zealand and Sri Lanka series.

Shubman Gill 'Comfortable' as India Captain, Eyes WTC Final

Shubman Gill 'Comfortable' as India Captain, Eyes WTC Final

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Shubman Gill, India's Test captain, expresses comfort with his leadership role and highlights the team's progress. He acknowledges the challenge of qualifying for the World Test Championship final, requiring significant wins in upcoming matches. Gill also discusses the honour of leading India in its 600th Test and shares insights on playing conditions in Sri Lanka.

'Virat Kohli is world's best batsman'

'Virat Kohli is world's best batsman'

Rediff.com28 May 2016

Former Australia pacer Geoff Lawson has heaped praise on in-form India's Test captain Virat Kohli, saying the star batsman is "arguably the number one batsman in the world". "Kohli at the moment, is arguably the number one batsman in the world. He is in the form of his life. I was impressed with him when I saw him on the first tour to Australia (in 2011-12)," Lawson told reporters in Mumbai on Saturday. "He was (among) the few Indian batsmen who took on the challenge of playing on the bouncy Australian wickets," said the former Australia fast bowler, who is on a short coaching sting at the Payyade Sports Club in suburban Kandivili.

Euro 2016: Which team is Virat Kohli supporting?

Euro 2016: Which team is Virat Kohli supporting?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Virat Kohli is known to be an avid follower of football and the champion batsman has declared his support for world champions Germany at the upcoming Euro Championships in France. Kohli has tweeted a picture with him wearing the German jersey. India's Test captain Kohli has been rested for the Zimbabwe series, which starts from Saturday. Kohli plays football during training and more recently the Celebrity Classico game between the cricketers and Bollywood actors in Mumbai.

Yet another milestone for Virat Kohli

Yet another milestone for Virat Kohli

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Virat Kohli became the fastest to score 5000 ODI runs as captain.

India have fallen behind in WTC final race, says Rahul Dravid

India have fallen behind in WTC final race, says Rahul Dravid

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Former head coach Rahul Dravid believes India have 'fallen behind' in the World Test Championship final qualification race, highlighting the upcoming New Zealand series as a significant challenge for the young team.

'Virat Kohli opens and Rohit Sharma bats at No. 3'

'Virat Kohli opens and Rohit Sharma bats at No. 3'

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Former all-rounder Ajay Jadeja believes that India skipper Rohit Sharma should push himself to the number three spot and promote Virat Kohli to the opening position during next month's T20 World Cup in the Americas.

Agarkar absent as BCCI reviews England, Ireland failures; tenure extension still unclear

Agarkar absent as BCCI reviews England, Ireland failures; tenure extension still unclear

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Ajit Agarkar, chairman of the senior men's selection committee, was notably absent from a BCCI review meeting discussing India's recent limited-overs tour performances against Ireland and England, citing travel issues. The meeting, attended by captains and coaches, did not address his contract extension, which is due to expire soon.