Among the most decorated batsmen in cricket history, Virat Kohli captained India across all formats and holds numerous international run records. He plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL and is among the world's highest-earning athletes off the field through endorsements.
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Biography & Overview
Among the most decorated batsmen in cricket history, Virat Kohli captained India across all formats and holds numerous international run records. He plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL and is among the world's highest-earning athletes off the field through endorsements.
Early Life & Educational Foundation
Born and raised in Delhi, Kohli rose through the city's age-group cricket system before debuting internationally for India.
Trained through Delhi's junior cricket pathway.
Personal Life & Relationships
Married to actor Anushka Sharma; the couple have two children.
Career Milestones & Chronology
World Cup winner
Part of the India side that won the ICC Cricket World Cup on home soil.
Filmography & Notable Productions
Visual Archive & Red Carpet
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Honors, Awards & Accolades
Honored for performance in International Cricket
Honored for performance in National Honour
Net Worth & Income Sources
Est. (estimate, unconfirmed)
Kohli's earnings combine national-team contracts, Indian Premier League salary (Royal Challengers Bengaluru), and extensive brand endorsements. Published net-worth figures are estimates from public reporting; no official figure is disclosed.
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Former captain of India across all three international formats.
Plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League.
