Virat Kohli’s 300th ODI: A Legacy of Records, Chasing Mastery, and Unmatched Consistency
Dubai, March 2: When Virat Kohli steps onto the field for India’s final ICC Champions Trophy 2025 league-stage match against New Zealand, he will achieve yet another remarkable milestone—his 300th One-Day International (ODI) appearance. Kohli will become only the seventh Indian cricketer to reach this landmark, further cementing his legacy as one of the greatest ODI players of all time.
“300 ODIs is not just a number, it’s a testament to a career built on excellence, resilience, and an unmatched hunger for runs.”
With India already securing a spot in the semifinals, this game provides the perfect platform for Kohli to celebrate his milestone in style, potentially adding another memorable knock to his incredible ODI career.
Since making his ODI debut on August 18, 2008, Kohli has redefined modern-day batting, mastering the art of chasing, building innings, and dominating opposition attacks across conditions.
🏏 ODI Career Stats (Before 300th Match):
💥 Third-highest run-scorer in ODIs, behind Sachin Tendulkar (18,426 runs) and Kumar Sangakkara (14,234 runs).
💥 Fastest to every milestone from 8,000 to 14,000 runs, achieving 14,000 in just 299 innings.
Kohli has rightfully earned the title of ‘Chase Master’, thanks to his unparalleled ability to anchor run chases with precision and confidence.
🔥 ODI Chasing Stats:
📌 Most runs and centuries in successful ODI chases, proving his ability to deliver under pressure consistently.
Kohli’s dominance in ICC tournaments has made him a reliable match-winner for India on the biggest stage.
🌍 Cricket World Cup:
🔥 Most runs in a single World Cup edition (765 in 2023), surpassing Sachin’s previous record.
🏆 ICC Champions Trophy:
📌 Ranks eighth in all-time Champions Trophy run-getters, showcasing elite consistency.
🔹 In successful run chases across World Cups and Champions Trophy, Kohli has:
In 2018, Kohli registered 558 runs in six ODIs against South Africa, with:
📌 Most runs in a single ODI bilateral series, proving his unmatched consistency.
As ODI captain (2017-2021), Kohli led India in 95 ODIs, achieving:
✅ 65 wins
✅ 27 losses
✅ Champions Trophy 2017 – Runner-up
✅ 2019 Cricket World Cup – Semifinalist
As India heads into the semifinals, all eyes will be on Virat Kohli to deliver yet another match-winning performance. Can he mark his 300th ODI with a special knock? Given his form and hunger for milestones, another memorable innings could be on the horizon.
From a talented young batter in 2008 to a modern-day legend, Virat Kohli’s ODI journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. His hunger for runs, ability to chase, and sheer consistency make him one of the greatest ODI batters of all time.
“Cricket records are meant to be broken, but Virat Kohli’s dominance in ODIs will be remembered for generations.”
As he takes the field for his 300th ODI, the cricketing world salutes a true legend of the game.
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