Virat Kohli, one of the world’s most beloved and greatest one-day international cricket players, has now turned 34 years old. With perhaps only 3-4 years of cricket left in him, fans are cherishing every moment of his illustrious career. Given his current form, there is a high chance that Kohli might surpass Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 100 centuries.
Kohli started his ODI journey in 2008, and nobody could have predicted he would become one of the greats of ODI cricket. Year after year, he has scored tons of runs, leading him to where he is today. Let’s take a brief look at Virat Kohli’s ODI runs year by year from 2008 to 2023 and see how he got better each passing year.
2008 – 159 Runs in 5 Innings
On August 18, 2008, Virat Kohli made his ODI debut for India against Sri Lanka. His first year in ODI cricket was decent with one half-century, scoring 159 runs in 5 matches at a strike rate of 66.53.
2009 – 325 Runs in 8 Innings
In 2009, Kohli’s career confirmed to the world that he was the future star batter of India. He scored 325 runs in 8 innings, including his maiden ODI century against Sri Lanka, with 1 century and 2 half-centuries.
2010 – 995 Runs in 24 Innings
In 2010, Kohli solidified his place in the ODI team, amassing 995 runs in 24 innings. He crafted 7 half-centuries and 3 centuries against Bangladesh, Australia, and New Zealand.
2011 – 1,381 Runs in 34 Innings
In the World Cup year of 2011, Kohli scored 1,381 runs in 34 innings. He smashed centuries against Bangladesh, West Indies, England, and New Zealand, along with eight half-centuries.
2012 – 1,026 Runs in 17 Innings
In 2012, Kohli scored 1,026 runs from 17 ODI matches, averaging 68.40. He achieved five centuries and three half-centuries, maintaining his remarkable consistency.
2013 – 1,268 Runs in 30 Innings
In 2013, Kohli, as ODI team captain, scored 1,268 runs in 30 matches, including four centuries and seven fifties, earning the trust of selectors in his leadership abilities.
2014 – 1,054 Runs in 20 Innings
In 2014, Kohli continued his exceptional form, scoring 1,054 runs in 20 innings, showcasing his consistent brilliance with the bat.
2015 – 623 Runs in 20 Innings
In 2015, Kohli scored 623 runs in 20 innings. While considered less than his previous years, it was still commendable given the high standards he had set for himself.
2016 – 739 Runs in 10 Innings
In 2016, Kohli scored 739 runs in 10 innings, maintaining an average of 100. His ODI average in 2016 was an astounding 100, showing his remarkable consistency.
2017 – 1,460 Runs in 26 Innings
In 2017, Kohli scored 1,460 runs in 26 innings, averaging nearly 77 runs per inning with a strike rate of almost 99. He scored 6 centuries and 7 half-centuries.
2018 – 1,202 Runs in 14 Innings
In 2018, Kohli scored 1,202 runs in 14 matches, maintaining an average of 133.56. He scored six centuries, showcasing his incredible form.
2019 – 1,377 Runs in 25 Innings
In 2019, Kohli scored 1,377 runs in 25 matches, including five centuries, continuing his trend of delivering in crucial matches, especially during the 2019 ODI World Cup.
2020-2022 – Lean Patch
From 2020 to 2022, Kohli faced a rough patch, scoring only 862 runs in 23 ODI games with an average of 37 runs per inning. Despite crossing the 50-run mark 7 times, he couldn’t convert those innings into big scores.
2023 – 1,377 Runs in 24 Innings
In 2023, Kohli made a remarkable comeback, scoring 1,377 runs in 24 matches. His performance showcased his classy batting prowess once again, embodying the saying, “a comeback is always stronger than a setback.”
Conclusion
From his debut in 2008 to 2023, Virat Kohli has accumulated a total of 13,848 runs in his ODI career spanning 280 games, boasting an impressive 50 international ODI centuries. His journey through cricket greatness is a testament to his consistent brilliance and never-give-up attitude.
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