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Virat Kohli remains India's most-valuable celebrity

Virat Kohli remains India's most-valuable celebrity

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Kohli remains the most valued celebrity for the fourth consecutive year with a steady brand value of $237.7 million in 2020 despite the pandemic

Kohli chants 'Jai Shree Mahakal' ahead of NZ ODI decider

Kohli chants 'Jai Shree Mahakal' ahead of NZ ODI decider

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Former Indian skipper and star cricketer Virat Kohli, along with spinner Kuldeep Yadav, offered prayers at Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Saturday.

IPL 2026: Bench To Brilliance: Venkatesh Iyer Repays RCB Faith With Match-Winning Blitz

IPL 2026: Bench To Brilliance: Venkatesh Iyer Repays RCB Faith With Match-Winning Blitz

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Venkatesh Iyer smashed an unbeaten 73 off 40 balls in a pressure game against Punjab Kings, powering Royal Challengers Bengaluru into the IPL 2026 playoffs with a commanding victory.

Virat Kohli has done the right thing

Virat Kohli has done the right thing

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Is Kohli not a great captain in spite of so many wins? My answer is, yes, declares Dr Sudhir Bisht.

Kohli Hits The Nets Ahead Of New Zealand ODIs

Kohli Hits The Nets Ahead Of New Zealand ODIs

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli hits the nets in Vadodara on Thursday as he geared up for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand.

Gill Blames India's Death Bowling For ODI Series Loss To England

Gill Blames India's Death Bowling For ODI Series Loss To England

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

India captain Shubman Gill attributed his team's 27-run defeat in the series-deciding third ODI against England to their inability to contain runs in the death overs, allowing England to post a formidable total of 388.

Gill completes 6,000 T20 runs as GT openers rewrite IPL history

Gill completes 6,000 T20 runs as GT openers rewrite IPL history

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Shubman Gill became the second-fastest Indian to complete 6,000 T20 runs while Sai Sudharsan continued his record-breaking IPL season as Gujarat Titans' prolific opening pair scripted more history against Chennai Super Kings.

Virat Kohli: Anatomy of a megastar keeping a dying format alive

Virat Kohli: Anatomy of a megastar keeping a dying format alive

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

A fairytale moment unfolded at the Wankhede as Virat Kohli climbed to the summit, overtaking the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.

IPL 2026: Gill-Sudharsan: The finest IPL batting pair in history?

IPL 2026: Gill-Sudharsan: The finest IPL batting pair in history?

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has rated Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan as the finest batting pair in the history of IPL and lauded the duo's "remarkable" consistency.

Kohli, Rohit's Unique Felicitation Goes Viral

Kohli, Rohit's Unique Felicitation Goes Viral

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Indian cricket greats Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were felicitated by the Baroda Cricket Association during the first ODI against New Zealand at the Kotambi Stadium on Sunday, in what turned into one of the most talked-about moments of the match.

Virat Kohli's poor form continues

Virat Kohli's poor form continues

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

New Zealand have successfully kept the dangerous Virat Kohli quiet throughout the Test series, as the India skipper failed to reach even 20 runs in the four completed innings.

Delhi awaits Messi as Kohli touches down

Delhi awaits Messi as Kohli touches down

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli were spotted at Delhi airport on Sunday morning after flying in from Mumbai, with the couple's arrival immediately sparking buzz around Lionel Messi's ongoing GOAT India Tour.

'Light Of My Life': Kohli Ushers In New Year With Anushka

'Light Of My Life': Kohli Ushers In New Year With Anushka

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli ushered in the new year with wife Anushka Sharma as the couple posted a heartwarming picture on social media.

Kohli's Chilly Handshake With Gambhir

Kohli's Chilly Handshake With Gambhir

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

The moment Kohli reached Gambhir, his demeanour noticeably shifted.

I'll celebrate Kohli's wicket by touching his feet'

I'll celebrate Kohli's wicket by touching his feet'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

"I'll touch his feet": Punjab Kings' new signing Vishal Nishad reveals his humble celebration plan for Virat Kohli's wicket

How Virat Kohli is spending time in quarantine

How Virat Kohli is spending time in quarantine

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

India's tour Down Under commences with the ODI series starting on November 27 followed by a T20 series from December 4 and then the Test series beginning on December 17.

'What Made Dhoni, Kohli Great Test Captains'

'What Made Dhoni, Kohli Great Test Captains'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni made the players feel comfortable by backing them, while Virat Kohli's aggression and uncompromising standards proved vital in moments of crisis.

Flower Credits Bhuvneshwar's Big-Match Temperament for RCB's Success

Flower Credits Bhuvneshwar's Big-Match Temperament for RCB's Success

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

RCB head coach Andy Flower says veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's composure in crunch moments was instrumental in the franchise's successful IPL title defence.

Ashwin says Kohli's Test retirement was deliberate

Ashwin says Kohli's Test retirement was deliberate

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin said that while everyone wants Virat Kohli back playing Tests for India, his decision to retire was his choice, and it should be respected.

Yuvraj Singh trolls Virat Kohli

Yuvraj Singh trolls Virat Kohli

Rediff.com18 May 2019

It was a light-hearted joke shared between old colleagues.

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.

Should BCCI censure Virat Kohli?

Should BCCI censure Virat Kohli?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

Virat Kohli is the current flavour of the Indian fans with his exploits in the middle but reports of an ugly spat with a journalist at the World Cup will only enhance his reputation of being volatile.

IPL 2026: RCB calmer than last year, clarity about roles: Krunal Pandya

IPL 2026: RCB calmer than last year, clarity about roles: Krunal Pandya

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Krunal Pandya discusses the improved atmosphere within the Royal Challengers Bengaluru camp, highlighting better understanding among players.

Virat Kohli roars back: 'I'm not done yet'

Virat Kohli roars back: 'I'm not done yet'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

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

Johnson calls Virat Kohli frustrated

Johnson calls Virat Kohli frustrated

Rediff.com12 Mar 2017

Former Australian pace spearhead Mitchell Johnson has called India captain Virat Kohli 'frustrated' at not being able to score big runs in the ongoing Test series.

IPL 2026 RCB vs SRH: Kohli, Duffy, Padikkal shine as RCB cruise past SRH in opener

IPL 2026 RCB vs SRH: Kohli, Duffy, Padikkal shine as RCB cruise past SRH in opener

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Devdutt Padikkal's 26-ball-61 crusted with class and Virat Kohli's masterly unbeaten half-century powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

'I know I need to take risks..': Virat Kohli

'I know I need to take risks..': Virat Kohli

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Despite being the most consistent batter this season, Kohli's strike rate has often been a subject of discussion.

Suryakumar Yadav Can Still Make India Comeback, Say BCCI Sources

Suryakumar Yadav Can Still Make India Comeback, Say BCCI Sources

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Suryakumar Yadav, despite being stripped of T20I captaincy and dropped from the squad, can still make a comeback to the Indian side if he consistently performs in domestic cricket, according to a BCCI source.

Shubman Gill Closes In On No 1 Ranking In ODIs

Shubman Gill Closes In On No 1 Ranking In ODIs

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

England's Harry Brook and India's Shreyas Iyer have made significant advancements in the ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings, with Brook entering the top 10 and Iyer rocketing 62 spots.

KKR's spin threat awaits inconsistent RCB in playoff race

KKR's spin threat awaits inconsistent RCB in playoff race

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form against Kolkata Knight Riders, whose in-form bowling attack has revived their IPL 2026 playoff hopes.

Dhoni backs Kohli, Rohit: Age should not be a criteria

Dhoni backs Kohli, Rohit: Age should not be a criteria

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni says nobody should decide the future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, insisting that performance and fitness must guide selection

WATCH: Virat Kohli's 'April Fool' prank

WATCH: Virat Kohli's 'April Fool' prank

Rediff.com1 Apr 2018

Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli knows how to engage his fans.

The other side of Virat Kohli

The other side of Virat Kohli

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Virat Kohli visits old-age home in Pune.

Injuries Force Changes In India's ODI And T20I Squads

Injuries Force Changes In India's ODI And T20I Squads

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Young pacer Harshit Rana and veteran spinner Varun Chakravarthy have been ruled out of India's upcoming ODI and T20I assignments due to hamstring injuries. Prince Yadav will replace Rana in the ODI squad for England, while Ravi Bishnoi steps in for Chakravarthy for the T20I series in Zimbabwe.

IPL 2026: MVPI Had To Be Vaibhav Sooryavanshi!

IPL 2026: MVPI Had To Be Vaibhav Sooryavanshi!

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was crowned the Most Valuable Player of the 2026 IPL season, achieving an unprecedented MVPI of 1071, significantly ahead of his closest competitor, Shubman Gill. His exceptional strike rate of 236 was a key factor in this achievement, making him only the third player in IPL history to surpass an MVPI of 1000 in a single season.

Virat Kohli, Babar Azam could play together

Virat Kohli, Babar Azam could play together

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Virat Kohli could line up beside Pakistan skipper Babar Azam in the same team next year

Is Pakistan's Babar the next Virat Kohli?

Is Pakistan's Babar the next Virat Kohli?

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan believes it is at least five years too early to compare Virat Kohli and Babar Azam as the Indian skipper has proven himself in "every kind of situation" while the latter has not. Younis believes the young Babar still has a long way to go.

King Kohli breaks Tendulkar's List A record!

King Kohli breaks Tendulkar's List A record!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli went past the iconic Sachin Tendulkar as the fastest to reach 16,000 runs in List A cricket, achieving the milestone in his 330th innings during the Vijay Hazare Trophy match in Bengaluru.

Kohli reveals who keeps his trophies.. and it's not him

Kohli reveals who keeps his trophies.. and it's not him

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli may be rewriting record books with ease, but when it comes to his trophies, the Indian great prefers to keep things simple -- and close to home.

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill Trolls RCB With Cheeky Post

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill Trolls RCB With Cheeky Post

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Shubman Gill is winning hearts with his witty social media presence and playful interactions with Virat Kohli and Jos Buttler.