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Watch: Virat Kohli Shares Montage On 14th Anniversary Of International Debut

Thursday marks 14 years since Virat Kohli first stepped out to play for India. Kohli's international debut came in an ODI against Sri Lanka at Dambulla on August 18, 2011. Opening the innings, he went on to score 12 off 22 as India were beaten by eight wickets. However, in his 14-year long international career since, Kohli has grown to be considered as one among the greats and also led India across formats with great success. To mark the anniversary of his arrival in the international arena, Kohli took to social media to share a montage of some iconic pictures of the star batter.

"Not Someone Who's Into Your Face": Sourav Ganguly On Rohit Sharma's Captaincy

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday termed Rohit Sharma as a bit "laid-back" and said the Mumbaikar should be given some time to produce results. Amid workload management, COVID and injury concerns, India has seen as many as seven captains leading the team at various stages since the 35-year-old Rohit took over from Virat Kohli as full-time skipper across formats. Ganguly was impressed by Rohit, who has won a record five Indian Premier League (IPL) titles for Mumbai Indians, and said he should be given a longer rope before being compared with the likes of the great MS Dhoni and Kohli.

Virat Kohli's Weightlifting Skills Could Leave CWG Medallists Proud. Watch

India ended the Commonwealth Games with 22 gold medals and some of those yellow metals were won in the sport of weightlifting. The sport gave India 10 medals in total of all three colours and the contingent was the most successful in terms of number of medals won.

"No Processed Sugar, No...": Virat Kohli Shares Diet Plan That Helps Him Stay Fit

Virat Kohli's transformation from a talented youngster to one of the best batters in international cricket took place around the middle of the last decade. A big reason behind this transformation, apart from Kohli's blemish-free batting record, was his exemplary fitness. Kohli introduced an all-new fitness culture in Indian cricket, which has seen the team become one of the leanest and meanest on a cricket field. This is one true legacy of Kohli's that he will be remembered for, years after he hangs up his boots.

"Not Going To Be Easy": Former India Spinner To NDTV On Deepak Chahar's Comeback

KL Rahul-led Team India will square off against Zimbabwe in the three-match ODI series, beginning August 18 in Harare. The senior pros like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant and Yuzvendra Chahal have all been rested for the series against Zimbabwe. Deepak Chahar, who missed most of the cricket action this year due to injury, has been named in the squad and it would be interesting to see how he performs in the upcoming series.

"Will Find His Form In Asia Cup": Sourav Ganguly On Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli has been struggling with his batting form for a long time now. While a century has been eluding the player since November 2019, the ongoing year has seen the former India skipper struggle for even half-centuries. However, BCCI president Sourav Ganguly is hopeful that the right-handed batter will make a comeback in the upcoming Asia Cup that kicks off on August 27. India start their campaign in the continental tournament on the very next day with a match against Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium.

Cricket Fraternity Extends Wishes On Occasion Of India's Independence Day

As India mark their Independence Day, a series of events were being organised across the country to mark the occasion. Members from the cricket fraternity all over the world, came forward and extended their wishes to India, as they celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to mark 75 years of Independence after the end of British rule spanning two centuries.

"Let The Guy Live In Peace": Zimbabwe Star Backs Virat Kohli Amid Slump In Form

Virat Kohli has been one of the most consistent players across formats over the last decade or so. However, his recent slump in form has become a hot topic of debate with several current and former cricketers have voiced their opinions on the Kohli's recent struggles. With the T20 World Cup scheduled to be held later this year, questions have been raised over his spot in the Indian team. However, Zimbabwe batter Sikandar Raza has backed Kohli amid criticism.

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Watch: Virat Kohli Shares Montage On 14th Anniversary Of International Debut

"Not Someone Who's Into Your Face": Sourav Ganguly On Rohit Sharma's Captaincy

Virat Kohli's Weightlifting Skills Could Leave CWG Medallists Proud. Watch

"No Processed Sugar, No...": Virat Kohli Shares Diet Plan That Helps Him Stay Fit

"Not Going To Be Easy": Former India Spinner To NDTV On Deepak Chahar's Comeback

"Will Find His Form In Asia Cup": Sourav Ganguly On Virat Kohli

Cricket Fraternity Extends Wishes On Occasion Of India's Independence Day

"Let The Guy Live In Peace": Zimbabwe Star Backs Virat Kohli Amid Slump In Form