Introduction
Virat Kohli is an Indian international cricketer And one of the world’s greatest batsmen. A player whose consistency, intensity and fitness are the stuff of envy for his peers, Kohli is one of the most dangerous batsmen in international cricket and has been ranked No. 1 in Tests as well. He is considered as one of the greatest modern day cricketer with immense records to his name in Test, ODI and T20I cricket. Virat Kohli has captained the Indian team and is one of the most influential sportsmen in the world.
Virat Kohli: Profile
Virat Kohli was born on November 5, 1988, in Delhi, India. He is an Indian by nationality and right handed top order batter. Kohli is an occasional right-arm medium pace (though not often used) bowler. He has played for India in all formats and represented Delhi in domestic cricket.
Virat Kohli Age, Height, Weight and Physical Stats
Virat Kohli Age is 37 years old as of 2026. he is popular for his supreme fitness and sporty body. He is around 5 feet 9 inches tall (175 cm) and has a normal weight of 69 kilograms. He has dark hair and brown eyes. Kohli is also considered to have ushered in a new era in Indian cricket and is one of the fittest players in world cricket.
Virat Kohli Family Background
Virat Kohli hails from a Punjabi family residing in Delhi. His father, Prem Kohli, was a criminal lawyer who just recently retired and his mother, Saroj Kohli, is a homemaker. He has an older brother, Vikas Kohli; and an older sister, Bhavna Kohli Dhingra. His father died back in 2006, a moment that had a major emotional influence on his career and life as well.
Virat Kohli Wife, Marital Status and Daughter
Virat Kohli is married. His wife is Anushka Sharma an Indian film actress and producer. The two wed in Italy on 11 December 2017. They have a daughter, Vamika Kohli born in January 2021 . Virat Kohli’s marital status is change, and he has discussed how his family has been on the driving seat along with him in making decisions so as to maintain a family feeling within the royal challengers Bangalore team.
Educational Qualifications
Virat Kohli went to the Vishal Bharti Public School in Delhi. He went on to Saviour Convent School for combination of Cricket and studies. As a young boy, he joined the West Delhi Cricket Academy and played under coaching of Rajkumar Sharma. Cricket took precedence over his formal school education.
Virat Kohli Cricket Journey
Early life and background Virat Kohli was interested in cricket since a very small age. He turned professional at the age of nine. His exploits in the Delhi’s age-group cricket earned him attention. One of the turning points in his fledgling career happened soon after his father’s demise when he turned out for a Delhi side in a Ranji Trophy fixture, showing great mental fortitude and dedication to the game.
International Career and ICC Debut
Kohli played his first ODI match for India against Sri Lanka at 18 August 2008. He was a part of India’s Under-19 teams that won the 2008 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in Malaysia, in which he led the side and scored 43 in the final against South Africa. After a number of consistent performances in ODI matches, Sharma recaptured form in 2013 and registered his first double century in ODIs After this he continued with the same performance which helped India win series by series.
He played his first Test match against the West Indies in June 2011 and T20 International debut on 12 June 2010 v Zimbabwe. With time, Kohli transformed into one of the most consistent batsmen in all formats.
Virat Kohli IPL Debut and Career
Virat Kohli played in the Indian Premier League RCB from his inaugural season (2008). Despite his massive success in the league, he has played for only one franchise and is among the ones who have represented just one team since the inception of IPL. Kohli is the leading run scorer in IPL history and had a sensational season in 2016 when he scored 973 runs.
Captaincy Career
Virat Kohli had led the Indian national team in all formats for many years. Under his captaincy, India attained the number one rank in Test cricket as well as a series of overseas Test victories against England (2014), Australia (2018) and South Africa (2018). Kohli also led Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL for seasons. He is known for his aggressive captaincy and fitness-centric culture, with an inclination towards fast bowlers.
Awards and Achievements
Virat Kohli has been awarded several accolades for his contributions to cricket. He has bagged the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri and Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award which is the highest sporting distinction in India. He is the recipient of several international awards such as ICC Cricketer of the Year and ICC ODI Player of the year. Kohli is one of the players to score over 70 centuries in international cricket and stands among the greatest cricketers ever.
Virat Kohli Net Worth (2026)
As of 2026, Virat Kohli’s net worth is estimated at ₹1,050–1,100 crore. His earnings are from BCCI contracts, IPL salary, brand endorsement, business and investments. He is the wealthiest sportsperson in India and one of the most marketable athletes globally.
Virat Kohli Social Media Presence
Virat Kohli is amongst the most powerful social media users in sports worldwide. He has over 260 million followers on Instagram, more than 65 million followers on Twitter (X), and over 50 million likes on Facebook. Both on and off the field, his archetypal social media is about more than sport; it’s fashioning a lifestyle, health and international brand sponsorship.
Key Interesting Facts
India were the number one Test team for several years under Virat Kohli’s captaincy. He is credited with revolutionizing the fitness levels in Indian cricket. Kohli is the quickest player to amass a ton of other run milestones in ODIs. He is also investor in fitness brands, fashion labels and sports ventures. Though with an aggressive on-field attitude, he does his bit for charity through the Virat Kohli Foundation to help underprivileged children.
Conclusion
From ‘Virat’ cricketer to the Greatest player cricket ever bestowed upon us. His legacy is enshrined in his records, the many contests he won by being his own leader and through impacting Indian cricket’s fitness culture. Across formats and across the globe, Virat Kohli stands out as a figure of cricketing domination.
