'The game a couple of days ago was very, very close. So it was good to get here today. And, you know, beautiful practice wicket. So hopefully another cracking game tomorrow.'
Virat Kohli top-scored with a splendid innings of 93 from 91 balls, anchoring India's run chase of 301 with eight fours and one six during the series opener against New Zealand.
What stands out in Kohli's current run is the balance -- the familiar, calculated ODI template remains intact, but there is also a noticeable willingness to take calculated risks.
What? No one's calling them anti-national, no trolling, no abuses or threats, no FIRs??
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the unifying role of cricket between India and Jamaica, dedicating a digital scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park in Kingston.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru look the most complete side in IPL 2026 as they face an inconsistent Delhi Capitals unit still searching for form.
Kohli enjoys popularity in all the platforms of social media
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has slammed sections of the SCG crowd for booing India skipper Virat Kohli when he walked out to bat on the opening day of the fourth Test, in Sydney, on Thursday.
While you wait for the World T20 to begin, here's a fun puzzle for you!
"For anyone questioning him, he lets his bat do the talking": Virat Kohli's childhood coach
Virat Kohli says he doesn't need either approval or assurance from anyone on his capability.
Days before the ODI series, Kohli tweeted on Thursday, 'The only time you truly fail is when you decide to give up.'
RCB are set to make the announcements at an event that they have been promoting as 'RCB unbox'
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli on Tuesday were spotted roaming around on the streets of London with their son Akaay in a stroller.
Rohit Sharma falls for golden duck against Uttarakhand, while Virat Kohli scores brisk 77 against Gujarat.
Virat Kohli's 58th List A hundred resembled a grand opera played inside an empty Royal Albert Hall.
There was a major security lapse at the Ferozshah Kotla ground in New Delhi on Saturday as fans barged into the field of play on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Railways to get near batting star Virat Kohli.
Cricket fraternity extends wishes on Guru Nanak Dev's 550th birth anniversary
Shining sun, gentle breeze, excited fans in Sydney await India's third ODI against Australia
What's a regular day like for Bollywood's stars? Photographer Viral Bhayani captures them going about their day.
The two greats showed their class with some brilliant shots during the practice session.
'They played well in Australia, in bouncy and quick conditions. I do not see a reason why they should not go to the 2027 World Cup.'
Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli knows how to engage his fans.
Virat Kohli couldn't control his emotions when his football team crashed out of the Indian Super League (ISL) on Tuesday.
Star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli will be in Bengaluru to flag off India's first 18-km run, set to tbe held in association with Kohli's brand.
Here's another Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma (Virushka) photograph from England, we can't get enough of...
'If I had to make a choice of one exercise to do every day, this would be it. Love the power snatch.'
The opening match had everything that makes the IPL special -- noise, nerves, and nostalgia.
Kohli mania reached a fever pitch in the 12th over when a fan breached security, sprinted onto the field, and touched Kohli's feet before being escorted away.
Delhi Capitals' South African trio of Lungi Ngidi, Tristan Stubbs and David Miller script a thrilling six-wicket win over RCB, ending their losing streak with a last-over finish.
Ravichandran Ashwin's three-word post on X featured the Nike tick symbol in the Indian tri-colour with the words 'Just leave it'.
Virat Kohli didn't say it in as many words but sent out a loud message to all who would care to listen -- he is not done with T20 cricket
Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya responds to criticism of his investment in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after the franchise was sold for nearly USD 2 billion.
All eyes will be on star India batter Virat Kohli, who is perhaps battling the biggest form crisis of his career.
RCB start IPL 2026 with record-breaking chase against SRH as Rajat Patidar dedicates emotional win to fans lost in last year's tragedy.
Even the great Kohli could only watch in pure admiration as Devedutt Padikkal set the stage on fire to power RCB to an emphatic victory.
Not just Virat's but India's best-ever T20 knock, says Rohit
Virat Kohli was dismissed for an eight-ball duck -- the first time he had fallen without scoring in an ODI in Australia.
Despite being the most consistent batter this season, Kohli's strike rate has often been a subject of discussion.
Sachin Tendulkar reflects on India's iconic 2011 World Cup win, recalling the emotions, key moments and shared dream that ended a 28-year wait for the title.
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