News for 'Captain Virat Kohli'

Kohli's heartwarming gesture as he meets a fan

Kohli's heartwarming gesture as he meets a fan

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

The shirtless fan was seen sporting a tattoo of Virat's face on his chest.

'If Bumrah is fit, he should captain India else...'

'If Bumrah is fit, he should captain India else...'

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Ishant Sharma is backing Jasprit Bumrah to lead the Indian team on the tour of England.

Babar-Virat's Mutual Admiration Society

Babar-Virat's Mutual Admiration Society

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

'He's still at his peak. I wanted to take something from his game. I learnt a lot from him.'

Happy Birthday Virat!

Happy Birthday Virat!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

Post your birthday wishes for King Kohli in tbhe message board below, folks!

We believe in you: Kohli tells Parag

We believe in you: Kohli tells Parag

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'In today's cricket, we all know apart from performances, people who are responsible for you guys getting selected were watching you and they've seen something special in you.'

What's Kohli Telling Gambhir?

What's Kohli Telling Gambhir?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

KKR Mentor Gautam Gambhir was all ears as Virat Kohli did all the talking.

Kohli, Gill Hit Nets On Day 4

Kohli, Gill Hit Nets On Day 4

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

While the team battles it out on the field, the duo is focused on improving their performance, with the Indian pacers, including Prasidh Krishna, providing tough challenges in the nets.

Virat-Anushka end relationship?

Virat-Anushka end relationship?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

There were speculations that India's Test captain Virat Kohli had broken up with his girlfriend and actress Anushka Sharma. Now several reports confirm that the couple have decided to end their relationship of two years. However Virat and Anushka have not come out in the open and made an official statement as yet. Reports of a fight between the star couple first caught the eye of fans when Virat had unfollowed Anushka on photo-sharing platform Instagram. A report in BollywoodLife.com has quoted sources close to Virat and Anushka as saying that the couple has actually called it quits because of their disagreements over marriage.

Ashwin's return the biggest positive, says captain Kohli

Ashwin's return the biggest positive, says captain Kohli

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Veteran Indian spinner Ashwin scalped the wickets of Gulbadin Naib and Najibullah Zadran and gave away just 14 runs in his entire spell, as India's thrashed Afghanistan by 66 runs in a Group 2 match of the Super 12 stage in the T20 World Cup, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, on Wednesday..

PIX: Rohit, Virat, Ashwin continue to put in the grind

PIX: Rohit, Virat, Ashwin continue to put in the grind

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant and pacer Mohammed Siraj too faced local bowlers and significant amount of throwdowns.

Time Running Out For Rohit, Kohli...

Time Running Out For Rohit, Kohli...

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

While the whole batting unit faltered, the spotlight fell firmly on seniors Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, whose lean patches in recent times have become a matter of concern.

Kohli withdraws from first two Tests vs England

Kohli withdraws from first two Tests vs England

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The BCCI urged the fans and media to refrain from speculating about the reason for his forced break. The five-match series begins in Hyderabad on January 25.

Captain Kohli cuts special '500th Test' cake in Kanpur

Captain Kohli cuts special '500th Test' cake in Kanpur

Rediff.com17 Sep 2016

India's Test captain Virat Kohli on Saturday cut a specially customized cake kept by the hotel authorities as a part of celebration of India's upcoming historic '500th Test' against New Zealand starting at the Green Park on September 22. The New Zealand team will arrive on Monday.

WTC final: 'Kohli's form will be key for India'

WTC final: 'Kohli's form will be key for India'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Parthiv Patel believes that Virat Kohli's exhibition with the bat will hold the way into India's possibilities in the WTC final.

Can Kohli, Rohit rediscover form in England ODIs?

Can Kohli, Rohit rediscover form in England ODIs?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

India is facing form concerns and selection dilemmas as they enter the final phase of their Champions Trophy preparations.

Virat, Anushka invite PM for wedding reception?

Virat, Anushka invite PM for wedding reception?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

The Prime Minister's Office tweeted a picture of the two with Modi. The two handed over to the Prime Minister what appeared to be an invite.

'That's how greats grow': Pathan on Gill's rise

'That's how greats grow': Pathan on Gill's rise

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Pathan felt the same learning curve now applies to Gill, who has rapidly risen through the ranks and embraced leadership roles across formats.

Is there a rift between Virat and Rohit?

Is there a rift between Virat and Rohit?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

So when Indian cricket team's vice captain Rohit Sharma simply unfollowed the Indian team captain Virat Kohli, social media could not keep clam.

'Kohli and Rohit are white-ball legends'

'Kohli and Rohit are white-ball legends'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who have struggled in recent Test matches, will find their form in the upcoming ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy.

RCB capable of making it to IPL final, says captain Kohli

RCB capable of making it to IPL final, says captain Kohli

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli believes 'Qualifiers' and 'Eliminators' are terms coined simply to create more pressure and insists that his side is capable of winning two more games to reach the IPL final.

Don't copy Kohli's captaincy style, Harbhajan advises Rahane

Don't copy Kohli's captaincy style, Harbhajan advises Rahane

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

India's Ajinkya Rahane has his own personality and it would be a mistake for him to try and copy Virat Kohli's leadership style in the final three Tests against Australia, former test spinner Harbhajan Singh has said.

'Kohli knew my name, his words reinforced my belief'

'Kohli knew my name, his words reinforced my belief'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

It was a surreal feeling for Nehal Wadhera when he found out that Virat Kohli knew him by his first name.

How 'tinker man' Kohli can improve as captain

How 'tinker man' Kohli can improve as captain

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

While former England skipper Nasser Hussain loves that Virat Kohli is his "own man", very different from 'Ice Man' Mahendra Singh Dhoni, there are areas where he would like the Indian captain to improve.

Picked Rohit over Rahane on form: Kohli

Picked Rohit over Rahane on form: Kohli

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

India captain Virat Kohli has defended the selection of Rohit Sharma in the first Test.

Uttarakhand Police troll Kohli; delete tweet after outrage

Uttarakhand Police troll Kohli; delete tweet after outrage

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

The Uttarakhand Police mocked India captain Virat Kohli after he was dismissed for a duck in the first T20 International against England on Friday, by making a meme on social media to warn riders against rash driving.

Kohli retains fifth spot in Test rankings; Rohit, Pant joint 6th

Kohli retains fifth spot in Test rankings; Rohit, Pant joint 6th

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

India captain Virat Kohli retained his fifth spot, while teammates Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant were joint sixth in the latest ICC Test rankings for batsmen.

Captain Kohli would rather finish than entertain

Captain Kohli would rather finish than entertain

Rediff.com7 Dec 2019

India's captain Virat Kohli says his priority is to help India win matches than just play 'slam-bang cricket' for the sake of entertaining the crowd in the Twenty20 game.

Kohli Revolts Against BCCI Family Rule

Kohli Revolts Against BCCI Family Rule

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

'Players can apply for permission if they want their families to stay longer on tours.' 'The BCCI will make a decision as it sees fit.'

Virat was and will always be the captain, I am his deputy: Rahane

Virat was and will always be the captain, I am his deputy: Rahane

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

Ajinkya Rahane made it very clear that the undisputed leader of this side is Virat Kohli and he is happy filling in when required.

Big shoes to fill: Anderson on Kohli-Rohit Test exit

Big shoes to fill: Anderson on Kohli-Rohit Test exit

Rediff.com14 May 2025

The twin retirements mean India will not only have a new captain at the helm but will be without two of their most experienced players.

RCB captain Kohli hails team after close win over Chennai

RCB captain Kohli hails team after close win over Chennai

Rediff.com19 May 2014

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli hailed his players for showing character in the thrilling five-wicket win over formidable Chennai Super Kings which kept their hopes alive of making it to the play-offs in the Indian Premier League.

Why Mumbai Indians Failed To Make The IPL Playoffs

Why Mumbai Indians Failed To Make The IPL Playoffs

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Head coach Mahela Jayawardene admitted that Mumbai Indians were simply "not good enough" this season after a heartbreaking two-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended their IPL playoff hopes.

'I didn't remove Kohli from captaincy'

'I didn't remove Kohli from captaincy'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'I told him if you're not interested in leading in T20Is, it's better if you step down from entire white-ball cricket.'

'RCB would prefer Kohli to be more aggressive'

'RCB would prefer Kohli to be more aggressive'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Harshal Patel's hat-trick and three-wicket haul by Yuzvendra Chahal helped RCB defend 165 and defeat MI by 54 runs at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

'Rohit has 2 years left, Kohli can dominate for 5 more'

'Rohit has 2 years left, Kohli can dominate for 5 more'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Rohit can play for at least two more years, Virat may be five: Harbhajan Singh

PHOTOS: Kohli, Gambhir bury hatchet; shares laugh during practice

PHOTOS: Kohli, Gambhir bury hatchet; shares laugh during practice

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

India skipper Virat Kohli and comeback man Gautam Gambhir seem to have moved on from their bitter Indian Premier League spat as the Delhi duo was seen sharing a few light moments on the eve of the second cricket Test against New Zealand.

Perth ODI: Will Ro-Ko Fire?

Perth ODI: Will Ro-Ko Fire?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Pat Cummins captured the sentiment perfectly, calling this potentially the 'last chance' for fans Down Under to witness these legends in action. With both stalwarts set to be 39 and 40 respectively by the 2027 World Cup, every appearance carries added significance. Ro-Ko have been the heartbeat of Indian cricket for over 15 years. Their return brings an emotional lift to the team and raises expectations for the series against the world champions.

Is Jaiswal India's most mismanaged talent?

Is Jaiswal India's most mismanaged talent?

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal: Have selectors told him where he stands in white ball cricket?

India's new No 4! Pant reveals Test batting order

India's new No 4! Pant reveals Test batting order

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

India's new Test captain Shubman Gill will drop down one spot in the order to take Virat Kohli's old position at number four

Who Will Kohli Replace In Cuttack ODI?

Who Will Kohli Replace In Cuttack ODI?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the second ODI against England on Sunday?