Happy Birthday Virat Kohli: Celebrating 37 Years of Passion, Precision, and Purpose Tags: Virat Kohli birthday, Virat Kohli 2025, Indian cricket legend, Virat Kohli quotes, Virat Kohli records, Virat Kohli age, Virat Kohli ODI stats, Virat Kohli captaincy, Virat Kohli legacy
New Delhi, November 5: Indian cricket’s modern-day icon Virat Kohli turned 37 today, marking another milestone in a career that has redefined batting, leadership, and athleticism across formats. From a fiery teenager in Delhi to one of the most celebrated cricketers in the world, Kohli’s journey is a testament to relentless drive and unwavering discipline.
Born on November 5, 1988, Kohli’s rise began in the dusty nets of West Delhi Cricket Academy. His breakthrough came in 2008, when he led India to victory in the U-19 World Cup, followed by a swift transition to the senior team. Over the next decade and a half, Virat became the heartbeat of Indian cricket — a batter who chased totals with surgical precision and a captain who demanded excellence.
Virat Kohli: A Career Etched in Records
Kohli’s numbers speak volumes:
- ODIs: 305 matches, 14,255 runs, 51 centuries, average 57.71
- Tests: 123 matches, 9,230 runs, 30 centuries, 7 double tons
- T20Is: 125 matches, 4,188 runs, average 48.69
- IPL: 267 matches, 8,661 runs, 8 centuries
He’s the only player to achieve 900+ ICC rating points in all three formats, a feat unmatched in cricket history.
Kohli in His Own Words: 37 Years of Virat Kohli: The Fire Still Burns Bright
Kohli’s intensity has always extended beyond the scoreboard. His quotes reflect the mindset that shaped a generation:
“My 150 doesn’t matter. A 30 in a winning cause would’ve meant far more.”
“Chasing the target was always on our mind. Negativity has no place in this team.”
“This is the proudest I’ve ever felt as a cricketer. Leading this group is a true honour.”
“For 60 overs, they should feel hell out there.” — a line that defined his aggressive Test captaincy.
Celebrations and Tributes
Social media was flooded with birthday wishes from fans, teammates, and IPL franchises. RCB, Virat’s long-time team, shared a heartfelt tribute: “For the man who turned passion into poetry and fire into faith.” Former teammate Yuvraj Singh posted, “Once a King, always a King.”
Kohli’s wife Anushka Sharma also shared a candid moment from their celebration, reminding fans of the grounded, family-oriented side of the cricketing superstar.
At 37, Virat Kohli remains active in ODIs and the IPL, having retired from Tests and T20Is earlier this year. His hunger for excellence hasn’t dimmed. Whether mentoring young players or anchoring innings, Kohli continues to shape the future of Indian cricket.
His story isn’t just about runs, it’s about resilience, leadership, and the pursuit of greatness. As fans celebrate his birthday, they also celebrate an era that Kohli helped define.
Happy Birthday, Virat Kohli — the man who made chasing greatness look effortless.
