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Watch: In 500th International Match, Virat Kohli Mesmerises Fans With Trademark Cover Drive

One of the greatest batters of all time and arguably the finest of his era, Virat Kohli is a name that needs no introduction. As the lynchpin of the Indian batting unit entered his 500th international match -- in the second Test between India and West Indies -- a strong buzz emerged on social media among fans and former cricketers. The illustrious milestone, achieved by only a handful of players in world cricket, saw Kohli remain unbeaten on 87 at the end of the first day's play. During the course of his stay on Day 1, Virat his some sumptuous shots, but nothing topped his trademark cover drive.

Watch: "Stealing Doubles Since...", Stump Mic Catches Virat Kohli's Alpha Moment

There's no messing with Virat Kohli. The Indian cricket icon isn't someone who takes taunts and barbs lightly from the opposition. On the tour of West Indies, Kohli didn't just decimate the hosts' bowlers with his exquisite boundary-hitting technique but also frustrated them by running quick doubles between the wickets. In what seemed like an effort from a Windies player to unnerve him, Kohli's alpha avatar peaked as he responded saying, "I have been stealing doubles since 2012". The comments were caught on stump-mic.

Virat Kohli Enters 'Elite Top 5' In International Cricket, Leaves Behind South Africa Legend

Star India batter Virat Kohli on Friday surpassed South Africa's Jacques Kallis to become the fifth-highest run-scorer in international cricket history. Kohli achieved this upward movement in the batting charts during India's second Test against West Indies at Port of Spain. On the first day of the match, which is also his 500th international game, Virat ended unbeaten on 87 in 161 balls. His knocks included eight boundaries. The second day of the match could see Virat smashing his 76th international century and delivering the 'Kohli Special' fans have been waiting for.

'Openerheimer': Internet Reacts As Rohit Sharma Achieves Special Milestone During India vs WI 2nd Test. Watch

India captain Rohit Sharma looked to be sublime form on the first day of the second Test against West Indies in Trinidad on Thursday. Having scored a ton in the first Test, expectations were high from the Indian opener and he did not disappoint. He took his time and slammed his 15th Test half-century. Despite his new opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal departing on 57, Sharma looked set for his 11th Test ton. He, however, departed on 80 but on the way he went past 2000-run mark as a Test opener for the Indian team. His effort was lauded by social media.

Rohit Sharma Goes Past MS Dhoni To Scale Illustrious Milestone For India

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma on Thursday surpassed compatriot MS Dhoni to become India's fifth-highest run-scorer in international cricket. The Indian skipper accomplished this feat during India's second Test against West Indies at Port of Spain. In the match, the 'Hitman' was at his vintage best. He scored a commendable 80 runs in 143 balls, consisting of nine fours and two sixes. Now in 443 appearances, Rohit has scored 17,298 runs at an average of 42.92. He has scored a total of 44 centuries and 92 fifties in 463 innings, with the best score of 264.

Watch: Rishabh Pant Lifts Weights With Ease, Shows Massive Progress In Road To Recovery

Rishabh Pant is steadily recovering from last year's horrific car crash. The wicketkeeper-batter has been out of action since December 2022, after he met with a horrific car accident while travelling from Delhi to Roorkee. He keeps on updating his fans regarding his health through his posts on social media. On Thursday, Pant shared his exercise video where he can be seen lifting weights with ease. Along with the video, he wrote a caption: "You get what you work for, not what you wish for".

West Indies Show Some Fight Before Virat Kohli Puts India Ahead On Day One

Virat Kohli reached close to a memorable hundred in his 500th International game after the West Indies put up a much needed fight to limit India to 288 for four at stumps on day one of the second Test here on Thursday. The opening duo of Rohit Sharma (80 off 143) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (57 off 74) shared a brisk 139-run stand to provide another perfect launch pad before the West Indies struck four times in the afternoon session to put brakes on India's scoring rate. Kohli (87 batting off 161) and Ravindra Jadeja (36 batting off 84) played some exquisite strokes in the final session and ensured India collected 106 runs in 33.2 overs without losing a wicket. Overall, 84 overs were bowled on the opening day. Kohli, who got off the mark with a straight drive after consuming 20 dot balls, will go into day two just 14 runs shy of his first hundred in an overseas Test since December 2018.

Watch: Fit-Again KL Rahul Plays Big Shots In Nets Ahead Of Asia Cup 2023

Star batter KL Rahul is getting prepared for his India comeback. He has resumed his training in full throttle after recovering from a knee operation. Rahul is currently on the sidelines with a thigh injury that he sustained while playing for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in this year's Indian Premier League (IPL 2023). After a successful operation in England in May, he reported to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru to begin his recovery. The recent video posted by Rahul on his Instagram account has hinted that he has become fully fit and he is all set for his India return.

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Watch: In 500th International Match, Virat Kohli Mesmerises Fans With Trademark Cover Drive

Watch: "Stealing Doubles Since...", Stump Mic Catches Virat Kohli's Alpha Moment

Virat Kohli Enters 'Elite Top 5' In International Cricket, Leaves Behind South Africa Legend

'Openerheimer': Internet Reacts As Rohit Sharma Achieves Special Milestone During India vs WI 2nd Test. Watch

Rohit Sharma Goes Past MS Dhoni To Scale Illustrious Milestone For India

Watch: Rishabh Pant Lifts Weights With Ease, Shows Massive Progress In Road To Recovery

West Indies Show Some Fight Before Virat Kohli Puts India Ahead On Day One

Watch: Fit-Again KL Rahul Plays Big Shots In Nets Ahead Of Asia Cup 2023