Virat Kohli on the Cusp of Multiple Records as India Takes on Australia in ODI Series

Virat Kohli is all set to face the Aussies in the format he prefers the most, and he has a cluster of records ready to be overwritten. The three-match ODI series in Australia starting on October 19th will be a crucial one for Kohli, as he aims to break multiple records and solidify his position as one of the greatest batsmen in international cricket. With a plethora of milestones within his grasp, Kohli's performance will be closely watched by cricket fans and analysts alike.

Key Takeaways:

• Virat Kohli needs 54 runs in the three-match ODI series to become the second-highest run-scorer of all time in ODI cricket, behind Sachin Tendulkar.
• Kohli already owns the ODI hundreds record with 51 tons under his belt, tied with Sachin Tendulkar's 51 in Test cricket for most centuries in one format.
• If Kohli scores one more ODI century, he will hold the record for the most centuries in a single format alone.
• Across formats, Kohli has a total of 27,599 runs, and needs 401 runs to reach 28,000 international runs, a feat he can achieve in 26 more innings.
• Kohli is just a couple of runs away from becoming the first batter in the history of ODI cricket to score 6000 runs in successful chases.
• He has scored 29 international centuries away from home, and one more ton will take him to 30 overseas international centuries, a landmark he will become the first batter to achieve.

Statistics:

• Virat Kohli's tally of runs in ODIs stands at 14,181 runs, behind Kumar Sangakkara's 14,234 runs.
• Sachin Tendulkar sits at the top of the list with 18,426 runs, with Kohli needing 67 runs to surpass him.
• Kohli's average in chasing targets is nearly 90, making him the best artist in the art of chasing.
• He has played 26 innings at home to reach 28,000 international runs, a feat currently held by Sachin Tendulkar, who achieved it in 644 innings.

Sources:

• Hindustan Times (original publication date not specified in source)