Virat Kohli, one of the most prolific batsmen in modern cricket, is on the verge of achieving yet another historic milestone in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). The former Indian captain is just 94 runs away from completing 14,000 ODI runs, a feat that has only been achieved by Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara.

With the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, starting on February 6 in Nagpur, Kohli has a golden opportunity to not only achieve this landmark but also become the fastest cricketer to do so.

Kohli’s Dominance in ODI Cricket

Kohli has been a dominant force in the 50-over format, with an astonishing average of 58.18. He has already registered 50 centuries and 72 half-centuries in just 283 ODI innings. Comparatively, it took Sachin Tendulkar 350 innings and Kumar Sangakkara 378 innings to reach 14,000 ODI runs. Kohli is set to break this record by a significant margin.

His past performances in ODIs further validate his supremacy. The last time India played an ODI in Nagpur’s VCA Stadium, Kohli scored a match-winning 116 runs in March 2019. Fans are hopeful that the 36-year-old superstar will replicate a similar performance and lead India to victory.

Why This Series is Crucial for Kohli?

India has played only three ODIs since their ICC World Cup 2023 final loss against Australia. Their last ODI series was against Sri Lanka in July 2024. With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 approaching, this series against England becomes crucial for the Indian team to fine-tune their squad and for Kohli to regain his best form.

Though Kohli’s form in recent months has been inconsistent, his record in ODIs speaks for itself. Known for his ability to chase targets under pressure, Kohli remains India’s most dependable batter in this format.

Can Kohli Break the Record in Nagpur?

Given his track record at Nagpur, it wouldn’t be surprising if Kohli reaches the 14,000-run milestone in the very first ODI on February 6. However, even if he doesn’t achieve it in the opening game, he will have two more opportunities in the series.

His form against England in ODIs has also been remarkable, making this three-match series a must-watch for cricket fans worldwide.

Conclusion

As Virat Kohli steps onto the field on February 6, all eyes will be on him as he chases Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record. If he manages to breach the 14,000-run mark, it will further cement his legacy as one of the greatest ODI batsmen in cricket history.

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