Virat Kohli is widely regarded as one of the finest batters of the modern era. With a near-perfect blend of technique, temperament, and hunger for runs, Kohli has dominated bowlers across formats for over a decade.
Whether it’s a grinding century in a tense Test match, a classy chase in ODIs, or explosive strokeplay in T20s, Kohli has made run-scoring look effortless. His unmatched consistency, especially while chasing in limited-overs cricket, earned him the title of “Chase Master.”

Virat Kohli retired from T20Is last year after winning the T20I World Cup 2024. Last week, he retired from Test cricket.
Virat Kohli is the greatest red-ball captain: Ravi Shastri
Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has hailed Virat Kohli as the greatest red-ball (Test) captain of all time. In his latest column for Sportstar, Shastri didn’t hold back in praising Kohli’s unmatched passion, leadership, and impact on the game.
“To me, he [Virat Kohli] is also the greatest red-ball captain ever. Forty wins in 68 Tests as captain places him in a rare category.
He was a man who loved to be in the thick of action. The camera would pick him in different acts — as a fielder, batsman, taking fantastic catches, inflicting incredible run-outs. You couldn’t take him out of the game — he wouldn’t let you,” Shastri wrote.
Kohli recently announced his retirement from Test cricket, marking the end of a remarkable 14-year career in the longest format. He finishes with 30 Test centuries, a record that firmly places him among India’s all-time batting greats.
But beyond just the runs and milestones, Kohli’s leadership defined an era. Under him, India won 40 out of 68 Tests, making him the most successful Test captain in Indian history. He surpassed MS Dhoni, who had 27 Test wins to his name.
His leadership style was bold, aggressive, and full of energy. Kohli demanded intensity from his team and often led from the front — whether it was with the bat or in the field. His famous overseas victories, especially in Australia and England, reshaped India’s image as a dominant force in Test cricket worldwide.
Still, Kohli’s sudden retirement shocked many. He was just 770 runs away from joining the 10,000-run club in Tests — a milestone that seemed well within reach. But as always, Kohli made the decision on his own terms.