Virat Kohli Marks Milestone 300th ODI Appearance in 2025 Champions Trophy
Virat Kohli achieved a significant milestone during the India-New Zealand Group A clash in the 2025 Champions Trophy, becoming the seventh Indian male cricketer to play 300 One Day International (ODI) games. He is also the 22nd player overall in international cricket to reach this prestigious landmark.
However, despite the personal achievement, Kohli’s time at the crease was cut short as he was dismissed for just 11 runs. The dismissal came courtesy of Matt Henry, with Kohli attempting a full-blooded cut shot. The ball was beautifully caught by Glenn Phillips at backward point, who pulled off a stunning one-handed catch that left both Kohli and the fans astonished.
In celebration of Kohli’s remarkable achievement, his teammates took to bcci.tv to congratulate him. Wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav shared his wishes, saying, “Virat bhai, many congratulations for playing 300 ODIs for India. May your journey over the years be full of discipline, dedication, and hard work. I hope that you continue to play for India.”
Veteran seamer Mohammed Shami also praised the milestone, stating, “The 300th match is a huge achievement. We pray that the fitness you have maintained and the performance you have given in the matches should always remain the same. May the cricket we have enjoyed with you always remain the same. All the best.”
Kohli, who made his ODI debut in 2008 against Sri Lanka in Dambulla, has since accumulated more than 14,000 runs and 51 centuries—the most by any batter in ODI history. He also captained India in 95 ODIs, including leading the team to a runners-up finish in the 2017 Champions Trophy and the semi-finals of the 2019 ODI World Cup.
Young left-arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh, inspired by Kohli’s work ethic, expressed his admiration: “You inspire not only me but also the world with your work ethics. I am looking forward to seeing you hit a century in your 300th match and win many more matches in the future.”
Shreyas Iyer, India’s number four batter, remarked, “You have set a benchmark for a lot of youngsters out there. I am looking forward to playing alongside you in many more games.”
Kohli’s contribution to Indian cricket is unparalleled, and his 300th ODI appearance marks yet another monumental chapter in a career full of achievements. His leadership, resilience, and dedication continue to inspire the next generation of cricketers.
