Kohli is the only Indian to score seven Test centuries in Australia, surpassing the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. His tally is behind Sachin Tendulkar (15,921), Rahul Dravid (13,265), and Sunil Gavaskar (10,122) His 20 centuries while leading India are second only to South Africa’s Graeme Smith (25).

Explore Virat Kohli’s remarkable Test cricket career with key records and milestones. From leading India to historic victories to setting world records, Kohli’s legacy redefines the game.

Leading India to victory in the Under-19 World Cup in 2008, Kohli was fast tracked into international cricket by the then-chairman of selectors, former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar, against the judgement of others in the cricket establishment.