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Kohli now India's second-highest international run-scorer; overtakes Dravid

Virat Kohli surpassed Rahul Dravid to become the second highest run-scorer for India in international cricket.

I am enjoying batting since the comeback at Asia Cup, says Virat Kohli

Being the senior-most player in the Indian squad and one with vast experience of leading the side, Virat Kohli knows he has to use his experience and guide the youngsters

Virat Kohli becomes 2nd player to score 16,000 runs in white-ball cricket

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli on Sunday became the second player to score 16,000 runs in white-ball international cricket.

India beat Australia by six wickets in third T20I, clinch series 2-1

This was Kohli's second century partnership at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium after figuring in a 102-run stand with K.L Rahul against West Indies in 2019.

IND vs AUS 3rd T20I Preview: With series at 1-1, Hyderabad ready for finale

India vs Australia 3rd T20I preview: The third T20I of the series at the Rajiv Gandhi stadium in Hyderabad will be the final showdown between the two teams who have fought valiantly so far

IND vs AUS 3rd T20I: Pitch report and weather update of Hyderabad Stadium

India vs Australia 3rd T20I pitch report: The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad hasn't really got the opportunity to host too many T20Is. It is a batting-friendly wicket

IND vs AUS 2nd T20I Highlights: Rohit, Axar shine as India level series

India vs Australia 2nd T20I Highlights: It was a morale-boosting victory for India as skipper Rohit Sharma got among the runs, Axar Patel bowled well and Dinesh Karthik took just two balls to finish

IND vs AUS 2nd T20I: Playing 11 probables, toss timing and latest team news

Australia vs India 2nd T20I: Get the latest playing 11 predictions, toss updates, and team news from the second T20I of the three-match series between India and Australia at VCA Stadium in Nagpur

IND vs AUS: How Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma can re-write record books

India versus Australia is a highly-exciting cricketing rivalry that has produced some of the best performances ever in the sport

Virat Kohli can still surpass Sachin's 100 centuries tally: Ricky Ponting

Legendary Australian batter Ricky Ponting still thinks that it is possible for star Indian batter Virat Kohli to surpass legend Sachin Tendulkar's record of 100 international cricket centuries

IND vs AUS 1st T20I: Predicted playing 11, toss timing and latest team news

Australia vs India: Get the latest playing 11 predictions, toss updates, and team news from the first T20I of the three-match series between India and Australia at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali

Virat Kohli is our third opener; might open in some matches: Rohit Sharma

Ahead of the T20I series against Australia, India captain Rohit Sharma confirmed that talismanic batter Virat Kohli will be the third opener in the side.

Jadeja's injury massive blow, but Virat in form is a big plus: Jayawardene

Mahela Jayawardene feels India have suffered a major blow with all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja getting injured and not playing for the ICC T20 World Cup, set to being in Australia next month.

Virat Kohli rises 14 spots to 15th on latest ICC T20I batter rankings

Kiwi pacer Trent Boult maintains his lead on the ODI bowler rankings after he finished the series against Australia as the leading wicket-taker with 10 scalps

India's T20 World Cup Squad: 3 spinners, no Shami and a lot of questions

The team includes the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, while Mohammed Shami has been kept on standby. There are a lot of other questions that have remained unanswered by the selection committee

Virat Kohli's writes heartfelt message to Aaron Finch on his ODI retirement

Virat Kohli wished Australia white-ball captain Aaron Finch on his retirement from One-day International (ODI) cricket, saying it was great to play with and against him over the years

Asia Cup 2022, Super 4: Pakistan lost to Sri Lanka in the final rehearsal

Asia Cup 2022, Super 4: Wanindu Hasaranga's all-round performance and Nissanka's batting helped Sri Lanka win the match. Read this detailed report to know everything about Super 4, Asia cup matches

Space given by you made me feel relaxed during the game, Kohli tells Rohit

Virat Kohli is all praise for skipper Rohit Sharma for the kind of "communication" he has had with him which has helped him stay relaxed and return to his "original template". Kohli finally got his 71st international hundred in the inconsequential final Super 4 Asia Cup game against Afghanistan and the BCCI.TV had the current and former captain engaged in some serious chat and occasional banter after the game. "We will learn from these Super 4 games (Pakistan and Sri Lanka) as to where we have gone wrong. There was clear communication from the management. The space that you gave me made me feel relaxed. So when I came back (after break), I was excited about what I could contribute to team," Kohli told his "interviewer" Rohit. Getting back to his 'Old Template' ------------------------------------- There are many ways to skin a cat and Kohli told his skipper that he realised that he should stick to his tried and tested "template" where six hitting isn't always a priority. "I banke

'Should I sit out', says KL Rahul on Virat Kohli opening in T20Is query

KL Rahul was a bit taken aback when asked if Virat Kohli, who struck his maiden T20I century during Asia Cup match against Afghanistan, should continue to bat as an opener going into World Cup alongside Rohit Sharma. With Rohit Shama opting out of inconsequential contest against Afghanistan, Kohli opened the batting with Rahul. The question was loaded because if Kohli opens the batting, it would mean that Rahul, whose T20 batting approach is already under the scanner, would have to sit out. "Toh kya mai khud baith jaun? (So then should I sit out?)," a perplexed Rahul, obviously not one bit amused, counter-questioned. The Indian vice-captain firmly believes that Kohli is not dependent on opening slot to get a huge score. "You get confidence if you play 2-3 innings, really happy that he could play that way. You all know Virat Kohli, you have been watching him for so many years, it is not like he will only score centuries if he opens the batting, if he bats at No.3, he can then also

Asia Cup 2022: Kohli thanks fans after ending three-year century drought

Kohli's international ton came after an extended period of nearly three years as he had made his 70th century in November 2019