Virat Kohli’s Historic 2025: Top 5 Records and Milestones That Define a Legend

The year 2025 will be remembered as one of the most extraordinary seasons in Virat Kohli’s illustrious cricketing career. Even after stepping away from Test cricket earlier in the year, Kohli continued to set the cricket world alight with a series of awe-inspiring records and historic milestones across formats. From global tournaments to franchise cricket, the Indian batting legend reaffirmed his status as one of the greatest of all time.

Arguably the most striking achievement of the year came in One Day Internationals (ODIs), where Kohli became the fastest player in history to reach 14,000 runs. He accomplished this staggering feat in just 287 innings during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against arch-rival Pakistan, surpassing icons like Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara along the way. This extraordinary milestone illustrated not just longevity, but a breathtaking consistency at the highest level of limited-overs cricket.

Kohli didn’t stop there. He also etched his name into the record books by registering multiple ODI centuries during the year becoming the first player to score his 51st, 52nd, and 53rd ODI hundreds, cementing his place at the summit of the format’s elite batsmen. His ability to repeatedly convert starts into big scores showcased the timeless skill and mental strength that has defined his career.

Another milestone that stood out in 2025 was Kohli’s dominance in ICC knockout matches. Across high-pressure games, he became the first player to aggregate 1,000 runs, highlighting a rare ability to deliver when the stakes are at their highest. Whether anchoring chases or pushing the tempo, Kohli’s performances set a new standard for excellence on the global stage.

On the domestic List A front, Kohli rewrote history yet again by becoming the fastest to 16,000 List A runs, a testament to his enduring class across all 50-over competitions. His return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy with Delhi further reminded fans of his unwavering hunger and passion for the sport.

Kohli also achieved incredible success in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). After years of near misses and heartbreaks in previous finals, he finally led RCB to their first-ever IPL title, ending a 17-year drought for the franchise — a moment celebrated by fans and pundits alike. This historic triumph was accompanied by numerous individual records, including being one of the most consistent run-scorers and boundary hitters in IPL history.

Across cricket fans worldwide, the buzz around Kohli’s achievements was reflected in trending search activity and social media interest, further solidifying his cultural impact beyond the boundary ropes.

Comparisons with peers also accentuated Kohli’s remarkable year. For instance, England’s Joe Root joined elite company with 22,000 international runs, a group that also includes Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Ricky Ponting, an indicator of Kohli’s place among the sport’s true greats.

In summary, 2025 was more than just another year for Virat Kohli it was a reaffirmation of greatness. By pushing records further, performing under pressure, and leading his teams to success, Kohli continues to write new chapters in an already legendary career, inspiring a generation of cricketers and leaving an indelible mark on the game.