Virat Kohli : Ace Indian batter Virat Kohli is on the brink of rewriting history once again. The modern-day cricketing maestro is just 94 runs away from reaching the coveted 14,000-run milestone in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), a record that has been held by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar for 19 years. If Kohli achieves this feat in the upcoming three match ODI series against England, he will become the fastest batter ever to reach this milestone.
Virat Kohli on the Verge of Breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s Major ODI Milestone
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A Race to History: Kohli vs Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar, the highest run-scorer in ODI history, was the first batter to cross the 14,000-run mark. He accomplished the milestone in his 350th ODI innings against Pakistan in Peshawar. Following in his footsteps, Sri Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara became the second cricketer to achieve this feat, doing so in his 378th innings against Australia in Sydney.
Currently, Kohli sits at 13,906 runs in just 283 innings. With a staggering ODI average of 58.18 and 50 centuries to his name, the former India captain is poised to break this record in the upcoming series. If he manages to score the required 94 runs in the next 66 innings, he will not only join the elite 14,000-run club but also surpass both Tendulkar and Sangakkara by becoming the fastest to the landmark.
Players with 14,000+ Runs in ODIs
| Player | Opposition | Ground | Matches | Innings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sachin Tendulkar | Pakistan | Peshawar | 359 | 350 |
| Kumar Sangakkara | Australia | Sydney | 402 | 378 |
| Virat Kohli (on the verge) | TBD | TBD | 292* | 283* |
(*Pending Kohli’s milestone achievement)
Kohli’s Upcoming Challenge Against England
India is set to take on England in a three-match ODI series starting February 6, with the first match scheduled at the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) Stadium in Nagpur. This venue holds a special place for Kohli, as he scored a remarkable 116 runs in India’s last ODI at this ground back in March 2019. Given his prowess in the format, the anticipation surrounding Kohli’s performance is at an all-time high.
If Kohli fails to reach the milestone in this series, he will have another opportunity in the ICC Champions Trophy later this year. However, considering his phenomenal ODI record, fans and analysts alike are optimistic that he will etch his name in history during this home series itself.
A Modern-Day ODI Legend
Kohli’s dominance in ODIs is well-documented. Despite facing a rough patch in red-ball cricket, he remains a different beast in the 50-over format. His ability to anchor innings, chase down daunting targets, and consistently score big runs makes him one of the greatest ODI players of all time.
As the countdown begins for the record-breaking moment, the cricketing world will have its eyes set on Kohli. Will he break Sachin Tendulkar’s record in the first ODI itself, or will the chase stretch further? One thing is certain – Virat Kohli is on the verge of achieving yet another historic milestone in his illustrious career.
FAQs
How many runs does Virat Kohli need to reach 14,000 in ODIs?
Kohli needs 94 more runs to reach the milestone.
How many innings has Kohli played so far in ODIs?
He has played 283 innings.
