Virat Kohli Celebrates 38th Birthday with Heartfelt Wishes from Cricket Legends
Celebrating a Cricketing Icon
On November 5, the Indian cricket community took to social media to celebrate the 38th birthday of batting legend Virat Kohli. The star cricketer marked his special day with a remarkable performance, scoring 74 runs off 51 balls during a rain-affected ODI against New Zealand in Auckland.
As Kohli enters his 19th year in international cricket, his journey has been filled with remarkable achievements, challenges, and unforgettable moments.
Shikhar Dhawan, a former Indian opener, shared his admiration for Kohli on X, praising his unwavering passion and dedication to the sport. He wrote, "Happy Birthday, @imVkohli! Your passion, hunger, and love for the game continue to inspire millions. Have a fantastic year ahead, bro!"
Suresh Raina, another former Indian cricketer, expressed his joy in watching Kohli play, stating that he has provided cricket fans with countless memorable moments. Raina's heartfelt message included, "Happy Birthday, King Kohli! Your passion and fighting spirit make you truly special. Keep inspiring and making India proud!"
Mohammed Shami, an Indian pacer, also shared his birthday wishes on Instagram, wishing Kohli many happy returns.
Manoj Tiwary, a former Indian and Bengal batter, reflected on their partnership on the field, urging Kohli to continue inspiring future generations. He wrote, "Happy Birthday, Virat! Keep inspiring with your unmatched commitment to the game."
Munaf Patel, a former Indian pacer, sent his wishes for a healthy life ahead, while Dinesh Karthik, Kohli's RCB teammate, noted his impressive fitness at 38, saying, "Same fire, every single year. Happy birthday, Virat!"
With an impressive collection of trophies, including a 50-over World Cup, a T20 World Cup, two Champions Trophy titles, and two IPL championships, Kohli stands as one of cricket's greatest players. He is also India's most successful Test captain, achieving 40 wins in 68 matches.
In his Test career, Kohli has played 123 matches, amassing 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries. He ranks as India's fourth-highest scorer in Test cricket. In ODIs, he is the second-highest run-scorer globally, with 15,183 runs in 318 matches, boasting an average of 58.84 and a record 55 centuries. In T20Is, he ranks third with 4,188 runs in 125 innings.
Overall, Kohli is the second-highest run-scorer in international cricket history, with 28,601 runs across 566 matches, averaging 52.86, and achieving 86 centuries.