These are two more incredible records that Virat Kohli has set in his illustrious career! Let’s break them down:
Date: December 2017
Achievement: Virat Kohli scored his 6th double century in Test Cricket, surpassing Brian Lara’s record for the fastest player to score a double century.
Kohli’s Record: Kohli reached the double century in 48 innings, which was significantly faster than Brian Lara’s 85 innings to score his first double century.
Kohli’s ability to score large runs at a quick pace is a testament to his batting skills and his adaptability across various formats. The 48 innings it took him to get his first six double centuries shows just how consistent and dominant he has been in Test cricket, especially when it comes to big scores.
Achievement: Virat Kohli became the fastest cricketer to score 22,000 international runs, doing so in just 462 innings.
This feat put him ahead of many greats, with the previous record holders being cricketers like Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting, who had achieved the milestone in more innings.
Kohli reached the landmark 22,000 runs faster than anyone in the history of the game, highlighting his incredible consistency across all formats (Tests, ODIs, and T20Is).
His ability to maintain an extremely high level of performance in both formats over the years, scoring consistently across different conditions and in various formats, is what makes him stand out as one of the best all-format players in the history of cricket.
These two records further cement Virat Kohli’s place among the all-time greats in cricket. His achievements reflect his incredible consistency, his ability to score heavily in Test cricket (especially with double centuries), and his rapid accumulation of runs across all formats.
Fastest to 22,000 international runs in just 462 innings, setting a new benchmark for consistency and speed.
Fastest double century, overtaking legends like Brian Lara, proving his mastery in longer formats of the game.
Kohli’s ability to set these kinds of records while maintaining his fitness and skill level is a testament to his dedication and commitment to the game. His drive to break records and push boundaries has made him a role model for cricketers worldwide.
