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Thursday, August 14, 2025
TopicVirat Kohli

Topic: Virat Kohli

Kannada debate reaches IPL doorstep before mega final—‘today in RCB, tomorrow JCB’

He says when cricketers play Ranji Trophy, they represent their states, but in IPL ‘players are openly auctioned off for money. Is there feeling of state or nationalism in that?’

Kohli is the last superstar of Indian cricket. His impact on the game goes beyond 22 yards

Under his Test captaincy, India won 40 out of 68 matches. Off the field, he defended his players from attacks on social media with the same aggression.

With a lukewarm start in whites, Kohli led India to the top. How he made Test cricket cool

Kohli, the most successful Test captain of all time, announced his retirement from the format Wednesday, drawing curtains on an illustrious 14-year career.

‘#269, signing off’: Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket, adds ‘it’s not easy—but it feels right’

In 123 Tests, Kohli amassed 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries & 31 fifties. What cements his place in cricket lore is his attitude he brought to Test team.

With ‘heart full of gratitude’, Virat Kohli announces retirement from test cricket after 14 yrs

The 36-yr-old batter said in an Instagram post that it wasn't an easy decision, 'but it feels right'. Kohli will continue to play in the ODI format.

‘Stroke’ play in IPL but on a canvas: Meet the league’s official artist, Andy Brown

British artist's journey with IPL began in earnest during the India-England Test series in early 2024, where he painted live at stadiums like Hyderabad & Dharamshala.

After mix-up and Phil Salt’s dismissal, Virat Kohli’s ‘run-out resume’ triggers debate

Salt’s dismissal, right when he was in top gear, proved to be the turning point. RCB’s momentum evaporated, giving Delhi Capitals the window to claw their way back.

BCCI announces Rs 58 crore prize for Team India after back-to-back ICC triumphs

The cash reward will honour players, coaching and support staff and members of the men's selection committee, says a BCCI statement.

Rohit Sharma breaks silence on retirement buzz. Video with Kohli, then emphatic ‘not going anywhere’

Of late, the Indian team’s struggles sparked speculation about the future plans of Rohit as well as Virat Kohli. However, Rohit put an end to speculation in his own unique way.

Gill reassures, Ashwin jokes as talk of Rohit, Kohli & Jadeja’s ODI future dominates ahead of CT final

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli & Ravindra Jadeja had announced their T20 retirement post the T20 World Cup win in 2024. India faces New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final today.

On Camera

Dogs matter more to Indian middle class than people

Why do people who complain that our municipalities are incapable of offering proper shelter to dogs not worry about the pathetic shelter offered to refugees and victims of political persecution?

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

India, US troops to undertake joint military exercise next month, first after Op Sindoor

21st edition of annual joint military exercise will be held from 1 to 16 September, aimed at sharing military tech, operational best practices & disaster relief coordination methods.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.