News for 'Virat Kohli'

'This ICC decision is absolutely right': Azhar on Bangladesh exit

'This ICC decision is absolutely right': Azhar on Bangladesh exit

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Mohammad Azharuddin has supported the International Cricket Council (ICC) decision to replace Bangladesh with Scotland in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026.

Poonam Pandey strips for Virat Kohli

Poonam Pandey strips for Virat Kohli

Rediff.com20 Mar 2012

Poonam Pandey has posted a racy picture of herself on Twitter and dedicated it to Indian batsman Virat Kohli.

PIX: Rohit hits century as India cruise to victory at SCG

PIX: Rohit hits century as India cruise to victory at SCG

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Rohit Sharma hit an unbeaten century, while Virat Kohli returned to form with a fluent fifty as India cruised to an emphatic nine-wicket victory in the inconsequential third and final ODI against Australia.

No Kohli return at Chinnaswamy after police deny clearance

No Kohli return at Chinnaswamy after police deny clearance

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh said that permission has been denied to hold the Vijay Hazare Trophy match at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium on December 24.

IPL 2025 PIX: Kohli's intense prep

IPL 2025 PIX: Kohli's intense prep

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli has ignited his preparations for IPL 2025, unleashing a torrent of powerful strokes in intense net sessions at Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday.

India's unbeaten home run on the line in NZ showdown

India's unbeaten home run on the line in NZ showdown

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

India's absolute dominance at home will come under examination when they meet a determined New Zealand in the decisive third ODI at the high-scoring Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday, with the three-match series locked at 1-1.

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?

Ashwin slams BCCI: 'Why no roadmap for Rohit and Kohli?'

Ashwin slams BCCI: 'Why no roadmap for Rohit and Kohli?'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Speculations and debates have sparked over social media since last week, after chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced the management's decision to hand over the ODI captaincy from Rohit to Shubman Gill.

Mitchell slams century as New Zealand down India to level series

Mitchell slams century as New Zealand down India to level series

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

K L Rahul's unbeaten ton was eclipsed by Daryl Mitchell's splendid 131 not out as New Zealand levelled the three-match series 1-1 with a seven-wicket win in the second ODI.

PIX: Virat Kohli is first owner of Audi Q8

PIX: Virat Kohli is first owner of Audi Q8

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Virat Kohli happens to be an avid motoring enthusiast and a quite a fan of Audi cars.

NZ sweats on Bracewell fitness before India T20Is

NZ sweats on Bracewell fitness before India T20Is

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

New Zealand coach Rob Walter said all-rounder Michael Bracewell's participation in the five-match T20I series against India is dependent on his recovery from a minor left-calf strain that he sustained during the recent third ODI at Indore.

Kohli did a magnificent job as India captain: Shastri

Kohli did a magnificent job as India captain: Shastri

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Former coach Ravi Shastri praised Virat Kohli's tenure as India's captain, stating that he did he a 'magnificent job' both as a skipper and a batter.

'How I Bowled Kohli!'

'How I Bowled Kohli!'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'Even Bus driver told me bowl 4th-5th stump line to Kohli.'

Ranveer, Farhan doff hat to Kohli

Ranveer, Farhan doff hat to Kohli

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'Congratulations on an incredibly inspirational Test career and thank you for the memories Champ! @virat.kohli.'

Virat Kohli's views on bouncers

Virat Kohli's views on bouncers

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Kohli gave his views on the 'chin music' that batsmen are often subjected to by fast bowlers

'Even if you're a Rohit Sharma or a Virat Kohli you should play domestic cricket'

'Even if you're a Rohit Sharma or a Virat Kohli you should play domestic cricket'

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team Kirti Azad on Thursday backed the BCCI's directive for cricketers to play Ranji Trophy, saying it's a good move and the rule should be applicable to every India team player, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.

Virat Kohli posts yet another loved-up picture with wife Anushka

Virat Kohli posts yet another loved-up picture with wife Anushka

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

Here's why we can't stop gushing over Virat Kohli's latest picture on social media.

'Virat Kohli is a dangerous player'

'Virat Kohli is a dangerous player'

Rediff.com2 May 2012

Royal Challengers Bangalore might be a tad worried about Virat Kohli's poor form but Kings XI Punjab skipper Adam Gilchrist has described the India batsman as one of the most dangerous players in their rival camp.

'If Virat Knew, He'd Have Walked Out'

'If Virat Knew, He'd Have Walked Out'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Virat and the players likely found out much later, by which point they had no say in what was happening.'

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.

When Virat Kohli's hoardings were removed from Wankhede...

When Virat Kohli's hoardings were removed from Wankhede...

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

Virat Kohli's prominent advertising billboards overshadowed the retiring Sachin Tendulkar's pictures, the MCA removed the rising star's hoardings from the Wankhede stadium.

Kuldeep's Class on Full Display in Series-Winning Show

Kuldeep's Class on Full Display in Series-Winning Show

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Now in 16 ODIs against South Africa, the spinner has taken 36 wickets at an average of 17.58, with a strike rate of 21.3 and an economy rate of 4.95.

'From the first ball, hundred felt inevitable'

'From the first ball, hundred felt inevitable'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli's second successive ton during the second ODI against South Africa here seemed "inevitable" as the stalwart got off the mark with a six, carrying the confidence of his first-game heroics, feels former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

'They'll miss Kohli': Pope's warning to young India

'They'll miss Kohli': Pope's warning to young India

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Ollie Pope believes the young Indian side, led by a 'fantastic' Shubman Gill, has plenty of depth and talent, but it will miss the aura of Virat Kohli

Tilak drops rehab video, targets T20 World Cup spot

Tilak drops rehab video, targets T20 World Cup spot

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Tilak Varma posted some pictures and videos on his social media, showcasing his rehab process as he prepares to make a return to Team India ahead of the all-important T20 World Cup.

Kohli, Rohit Hug; Pandya Bros Kiss

Kohli, Rohit Hug; Pandya Bros Kiss

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Virat Kohli hugged Rohit Sharma after an electrifying IPL 2025 clash at the Wankhede Stadium.

Brand Shubham Gill: Bruised Not Ruptured

Brand Shubham Gill: Bruised Not Ruptured

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

'It is a passing phase'. 'He will bounce back'. 'He is a run machine; poor form is just temporary'. The vote of confidence in Gill was inspiring and reassuring, notes Sandeep Goyal.

'Kohli is at his happiest now'

'Kohli is at his happiest now'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

RCB batting coach Karthik, who has shared the same dressing room with Kohli and has been with him since the announcement of the surprising decision, revealed the 36-year-old is enjoying the sport.

PIX: Masterly Markram helps SA ace steep chase vs India

PIX: Masterly Markram helps SA ace steep chase vs India

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad hundreds help India set 359-run target in second ODI

Is Kohli Okay?

Is Kohli Okay?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

While Kohli didn't resume batting after the incident, the Indian coaching staff said the injury is not serious, and he is expected to be fit for the final.

'They've Made Oppositions...' Skipper Rahul Lauds Ro-Ko

'They've Made Oppositions...' Skipper Rahul Lauds Ro-Ko

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Virat and Rohit have made oppositions look silly, fun to see them in dressing room: KL Rahul

PIX: Jaiswal's century powers India to series win!

PIX: Jaiswal's century powers India to series win!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed his maiden ODI hundred to power India to a 2-1 series win after they thrashed against South Africa by nine wickets in the third and final ODI.

Is Virat Kohli Sachin Tendulkar's possible successor?

Is Virat Kohli Sachin Tendulkar's possible successor?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Many have already started talking about new batting sensations and India's vice-captain Virat Kohli as Sachin's possible successor but legendary Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan said there was no point in this comparison.

Remember the English cricketer who proposed to Virat Kohli?

Remember the English cricketer who proposed to Virat Kohli?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

Bollywood star Anushka Sharma and India's cricket captain Virat Kohli tied the knot on Monday in an elegant ceremony attended by their families and close friends.

Pathan questions India for limiting Ro-Ko to 3 ODIs

Pathan questions India for limiting Ro-Ko to 3 ODIs

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

As India approaches a new year of cricketing action, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan questioned that with ODI-exclusive stalwarts in such impressive form, why there are no more five-match ODI series or any triangular/quadrangular series taking place.

Kohli's England Saga: The Fall, The Rise and His Legacy

Kohli's England Saga: The Fall, The Rise and His Legacy

Rediff.com12 May 2025

England tested him like no other place - from exposing his raw edges in 2014 to witnessing his peak in 2018, and finally revealing his human side in 2021.

What Did Kohli Tell Gill?

What Did Kohli Tell Gill?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Team India's new red-ball skipper Shubman Gill, vice-captain Rishabh Pant, pacer Mohammed Siraj, and a few others were reportedly invited by Kohli for an evening get-together at his home in London.

Dhoni-Kohli's Heartwarming Hug!

Dhoni-Kohli's Heartwarming Hug!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni warmly hugged Virat Kohli before they shared a brief yet heartfelt conversation.

Pakistan Fans Celebrate Kohli Ton

Pakistan Fans Celebrate Kohli Ton

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

What? No one's calling them anti-national, no trolling, no abuses or threats, no FIRs??

Was Kohli Pushed to Retire?

Was Kohli Pushed to Retire?

Rediff.com19 May 2025

On this week's Sports and Pastime podcast, Prem Panicker and Faisal Shariff discuss the likely reasons for Virat Kohli's Test retirement, his impact on Indian cricket and the debate surrounding his legacy.