Virat Kohli announces retirement ahead of India’s tour against England in June. Here are 10 records that he achieved in Test Cricket.
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Virat Kohli led India in 68 Test matches and secured 40 victories, making him the most successful Test captain in Indian history. His aggressive leadership and fitness-driven culture transformed India into a dominant force at home and highly competitive overseas.
Kohli reached the 7,000-run milestone in just 81 matches, becoming the fastest Indian to do so. His consistency, especially in challenging overseas conditions, was a testament to his class and determination.
He holds the record for the most double centuries (7) by a Test captain, surpassing legends like Brian Lara. These innings not only reflected his hunger for big scores but also often came in match-defining situations.
During the 2016–17 home season, Kohli amassed 1,059 runs, the most by any Indian in a single home season. His form was crucial in India winning the series against top teams like England, New Zealand, and Australia.
On the 2014–15 tour of Australia, Kohli became the first Indian to score four centuries in a single overseas Test series. His aggressive approach stood out even as India struggled, cementing his reputation as a world-class performer under pressure.
In 2017 against Sri Lanka, Kohli smashed a century in just 93 balls, becoming the fastest Indian Test captain to score a hundred. This innings showcased his ability to shift gears and dominate bowling attacks with ease.
With 8 Test centuries against Australia, Kohli shares the record with Sachin Tendulkar for the most by an Indian against the Aussies. His performances in Australia, often against their best bowling line-ups, were nothing short of iconic.
Kohli led India to a historic 2–1 Test series win in Australia in 2018–19, becoming the first Indian captain to achieve the feat. It marked a significant moment in Indian cricket and highlighted Kohli’s leadership impact.
Kohli became the first player ever to score centuries in all 11 full-member Test-playing nations, a rare achievement that underscores his adaptability and mastery across varying conditions worldwide.
With over 5,800 Test runs as skipper, Kohli is India’s highest run-scorer among captains. His ability to balance leadership with personal performance set him apart as one of the most complete captains of the modern era.
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