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#15YearsOfKingKohli Trend Takes Over Internet As Fans Celebrate Virat Kohli's Milestone Moment

On this day in 2008, a young and flamboyant Virat Kohli donned the Indian national team's jersey for the first time, making his debut against Sri Lanka in an ODI match. Years on, Kohli has gone on to cement his place in the Indian cricketing spectrum as an absolute leader, who isn't too far away from breaking some of the biggest records held in the game, especially by his idol Sachin Tendulkar. As Kohli reaches a historic milestone, his fans celebrated the landmark moment on social media, as #15YearsOfKingKohli started to trend on X (formerly Twitter).

A Run Out Like No Other! Video Of Rahkeem Cornwall's Dismissal Is Viral

Often dubbed as the 'heaviest' player in professional cricket, Rahkeem Cornwall is a man who often grabs the attention of fans whenever he comes onto the field. Playing for Barbados Royals in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2023, the West Indies all-rounder found himself quite short of the crease as he looked to take a risky single on the very first ball of the innings. Chasing the target of over 200 runs, Cornwall knew his team needed to score quick runs, but the big fella wasn't fast between the wickets right at the beginning of the chase.

Returning Bumrah not holding anything back ahead of home World Cup

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has declared himself ready for the rigours of the one-day format as he returns to international cricket following a year on the sidelines due to a back injury.

Virat Kohli Completes 15 Years In International Cricket. A Look Back At The Journey

On this day in 2008, young Virat Kohli first entered the international arena, making his debut against Sri Lanka in an ODI match. Just a few months prior to the Sri Lanka series, Virat had just etched his name in history books by leading India to the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup trophy and just like a lot of U19 captains in the past, had made a strong case for donning the Indian cap in future, scoring 235 runs in six matches at an average of 47.00, with one century against West Indies in group stages.

"Very Difficult To Be Friends" With India Teammates, R Ashwin Explains Why

It wasn't too long ago that Ravichandran Ashwin left Indian cricket lovers shell-shocked with his statement suggesting the Indian players are more 'colleagues than friends'. While Ashwin himself doesn't find anything 'negative' in the equation, some former cricketers were also surprised to see how things have evolved within the team over the years. Touching upon the subject again, Ashwin said that there's some difference between what he said and what people are understanding. He also explained why it is difficult for Indian players to be friends these days.

Football Australia seeking major funding boost to ensure World Cup legacy

MELBOURNE : Australian government officials have scrambled to link themselves to the Matildas' run to a maiden Women's World Cup semi-finals.

Added Captaincy Pressure To Peg Back Jasprit Bumrah On Injury Return? Ex-BCCI Selector's Big Statement

While a young Indian cricket team will take Ireland in Dublin on Friday in the first match of a three T20I series, one man will be under maximum focus - Jasprit Bumrah. Once the spearhead of Indian pace attack, Bumrah has spent the majority of the last year on sidelines due to lower back stress fractures. In fact, Bumrah would be back with the 'Men in Blue' after a gap of 326 days, having last played in September 2022. Bumrah would become the 11th captain to lead India in T20Is. So, would it add extra pressure on the veteran pacer? Ex-BCCI selector Saba Karim gave an interesting take.

Watch: Fan Asks For Picture From Virat Kohli. This Is How Star India Batter Responds

Star India batter Virat Kohli is considered one of the most loved sportspersons in the world. Known for his blistering knocks, the former India skipper is slowly inching closer to breaking Sachin Tendulkar's historic record of hundred international centuries. Kohli, who has not featured in any T20I game, since T20 World Cup 2022, is currently having some time off to prepare for the upcoming Asia Cup. Apart from his batting heroics, Kohli is also admired by the fans for his generous nature, and a very good example of his generosity was seen recently.

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#15YearsOfKingKohli Trend Takes Over Internet As Fans Celebrate Virat Kohli's Milestone Moment

A Run Out Like No Other! Video Of Rahkeem Cornwall's Dismissal Is Viral

Returning Bumrah not holding anything back ahead of home World Cup

Virat Kohli Completes 15 Years In International Cricket. A Look Back At The Journey

"Very Difficult To Be Friends" With India Teammates, R Ashwin Explains Why

Football Australia seeking major funding boost to ensure World Cup legacy

Added Captaincy Pressure To Peg Back Jasprit Bumrah On Injury Return? Ex-BCCI Selector's Big Statement

Watch: Fan Asks For Picture From Virat Kohli. This Is How Star India Batter Responds