On August 18, 2024, Jay Shah and Royal Challengers Bengaluru praised Virat Kohli for his 16 years of distinguished international cricket. Kohli’s career has been marked by impressive records and major titles.
Jay Shah Honors Virat Kohli’s Cricket Milestone
On August 18, 2024, Jay Shah, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), took to social media to congratulate Virat Kohli on achieving 16 years in international cricket.
Kohli’s debut came on this day in 2008 during an ODI against Sri Lanka in Dambulla. At just 19 years old, Kohli began what has become a legendary cricket career.
Shah’s message highlighted Kohli’s remarkable journey, saying, “16 years ago today, a 19-year-old @imVkohli stepped onto the international stage for the first time, marking the beginning of what has become a truly legendary career. Congratulations to the King on completing 16 years in international cricket!”
Kohli’s Impact and Achievements
Since his debut, Virat Kohli has transformed into one of the most formidable batters in international cricket.
With 13,906 runs in 295 ODIs and 50 centuries in the format, Kohli has set numerous records, including the most centuries by a male batter in ODIs. He has also accumulated 8,848 runs in 113 Test matches and 4,188 runs in 125 T20Is.
Kohli’s significant achievements include winning the ODI World Cup in 2011, the Champions Trophy in 2013, and the T20 World Cup in 2024, after which he retired from T20Is.
Additionally, he holds the record for the most wins as an Indian Test captain, leading his team to victory in 40 out of 68 matches.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Tribute
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Kohli’s IPL franchise since 2008, also celebrated his milestone.
Their tribute on social media read, “16 years of the King, and an eternity-old Kingdom of magic.
All hail, all hail King Kohli. From debut to certified GOAT status. Through 16 years of relentless passion, Virat didn’t just play the game, he set the blueprint for a new perfect brand of cricket!”
This message reflects Kohli’s significant impact on both the national team and his IPL franchise.
Kohli’s remarkable career continues to inspire many, and his contributions to cricket will be remembered for years to come.
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