Virat Kohli Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Nickname(s): Cheeku, Run Machine Note: In an interview, he revealed that his nickname ‘Cheeku’ was after the character ‘Cheeku’ from Champak, a popular fortnightly magazine for children in India; he earned this nickname from his coach Ajit Chaudhary during his Delhi days when he used to be chubby with short hair and big ears.

Profession: Indian Cricketer (Batsman)

Date of Birth: 5 November 1988 (Saturday)

Age (as of 2024): 36 Years

Birthplace: Delhi, India

Zodiac sign: Scorpio

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Delhi, India

Religion: Hinduism

Caste: Khatri

Food Habit: Vegetarian (turned vegetarian in October 2019) [4] ANI

Marriage Date: 11 December 2017

Age: 36 Years

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EDUCATION

School: • Vishal Bharti Public School, Delhi • Saviour Convent Senior Secondary School, Paschim Vihar, New Delhi

College: N/A

Educational Qualification: 12th standard

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 5′ 9″ (175 cm)

Eye Colour: Dark Brown

Hair Colour: Black

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Family: Father – Late Prem Kohli (Criminal lawyer) Mother – Saroj Kohli (Homemaker) Sister – Bhawna Kohli (Elder) Brother – Vikas Kohli (Elder)

Marital Status: Married

Affairs/Girlfriends: Sarah-Jane Dias (Actress, rumour) Tamannaah Bhatia (Actress, rumour) Izabelle Leite (Brazilian model, rumour) Mansha Bahl (Model, Actress) Anushka Sharma (Actress)

Wife/Spouse: Anushka Sharma

Children: Son – Akaay (born on 15 February 2024) Daughter – Vamika (born on 11 January 2021)

Wife: Anushka Sharma

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

International Debut: ODI- 18 August 2008 against Sri Lanka at Dambulla Test- 20 June 2011 against West Indies at Kingston T20 – 12 June 2010 against Zimbabwe at Harare

MONEY FACTOR

Career Turning Point: When he captained India’s victorious 2008 World Cup Under-19 side in Malaysia.

Car: Aston Martin

Cars Collection: Audi Q7, Audi S6, Audi R8 V10, Audi R8 LMX, Audi A8L W12 Quattro, Toyota Fortuner Note: In March 2023, while speaking on RCB’s YouTube channel during a photoshoot, he revealed that he sold most of the cars that he purchased over the years, calling them ‘impulsive buys.’ He said, “Most of the cars I used to own were impulsive buys, I ended up hardly driving or travelling in them as well. Beyond a point, I was like this is pointless, so I ended up selling most of them and now we only use what we absolutely need to, it’s about being practical.” [8] NDTV

Assets/Properties: • A mansion in Gurugram, Haryana • An apartment on 35th floor with a view of Arabian Sea in Worli, Mumbai • A flat in Versova, Mumbai • An eight-acre land at Alibaug, a coastal town situated in the south of Mumbai – Reportedly, Virat and Anushka jointly bought the property in two separate deals, and it cost around Rs 19 crores. [9] Business Today • A 2,000 sq ft villa in Avas Living, Alibaug; he bought the property for Rs 6 crore. [10] News 18 Note: In August 2023, The Times of India reported that Virat Kohli was planning to build a cricket pitch at his Alibaug farmhouse; however, Virat denied the reports through an Instagram story.

Salary/Income (as of 2023)[11]The Times of India: Test Fee: Rs. 15 lakh/match ODI Fee: Rs. 6 lakh/match T20I Fee: Rs. 3 lakh/match IPL: Rs. 15 crore/annum Note: He earns around Rs. 175 crores/annum from his brand endorsements, and he charges Rs 8.9 crore and Rs 2.5 crore per post on Instagram and Twitter respectively. In June 2024, his brand value was $227.9 million.

Net Worth (approx.): $126 million (as of June 2024)

OTHER INFORMATION

International Retirement: • 29 June 2024 (from T20I) • 12 May 2025 (from Test)

Jersey Number: #18 (India) #18 (IPL)

Domestic/State Team: Delhi, India Red, Royal Challengers Bangalore

Nature on field: Very Aggressive

Likes to play against: Pakistan, Australia

Favourite Shot: Cover Drive, Flick Shot

Records (main ones): • First Indian to score a century on World Cup debut (2011). • Third Indian to make 2 ODI hundreds by the age of 22 (after Sachin Tendulkar & Suresh Raina ). • Fastest Indian to complete 1000, 3000, 4000, and 5000 runs in ODI cricket. • Fastest century by an Indian (of 52 balls against Australia at Jaipur, India in 2013). • Fastest to score 25 ODI tons. • Fastest to reach 7,500 ODI runs. • Third player to score 3 double hundreds in a calendar year after Don Bradman and Ricky Ponting. • Shares the record of 4 double hundreds with the like of Don Bradman, Graeme Smith, Michael Clarke . • First Indian skipper to register 9 Test wins in a calendar year. • First Indian skipper to register 5 successive Test series wins. • First Indian to aggregate over 1000 Test runs in a calendar year after Rahul Dravid , who made 1145 runs in 2011. • The highest score of 235 in Tests is the highest score by an Indian captain in Tests. • First Indian Test skipper to score a double century in an overseas Test. • Most runs in IPL in a single season (973 runs in IPL 9-2016). • Most hundreds in IPL in a year (4). • The fastest to 10,000 ODI runs and reached the mark in 205 innings. • The first Indian to score 3 consecutive centuries in ODI cricket. • The fastest player to 19,000 runs in international cricket. • The highest run-scorer by any Indian Captain; he scored 11208 runs. • The highest run-scorer in Twenty20 World Cup history. • First batter to score 4000 runs in T20Is. [1] India Today • Fastest batter to score 13000 runs in ODI. [2] Hindustan Times • First Indian batter to score 1000 runs eight times in a calendar year. Earlier, this record was held by Sachin Tendulkar who scored 1000 runs in a calendar year seven times. [3] The Times of India • Most centuries in ODI (50 centuries). • Most runs in a single edition of the ODI World Cup (765).

Coach/Mentor: Raj Kumar Sharma

Address: DLF City Phase-1, Block-C, Gurugram

Likes & Dislikes: Likes – Watching Roger Federer playing, watching old cricket videos, he likes Soccer and Tennis beside Cricket, Loves to drive, crazy for sushi (food), meeting old friends Dislikes – Too many guests at home, sitting idle for long time

Hobbies: Workout, travelling, singing, dancing

Cricketer(s): Batsman : Sachin Tendulkar , Chris Gayle , Shane Watson , David Warner , Joe Root , Herschelle Gibbs Bowler : Shane Warne

Cricket Ground: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Australia

Cricket Commentator: Harsha Bhogle

Food: Salmon, Sushi, Lamb Chops

Restaurant: Caf’e A La Mer in Barbados

Actor(s): Aamir Khan , Johnny Depp , Robert Downey Jr.

Actresses: Penelope Cruz, Aishwarya Rai , Kareena Kapoor , Katrina Kaif

Film(s): Bollywood: Border, Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, Ishq, 3 Idiots Hollywood: Rocky 4, Iron Man, Southpaw

TV Show(s): American: Homeland, Narcos, Breaking Bad

Musician(s): Asrar, Eminem

Book: Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda

Basketball Player: Kobe Bryant [7] The Hindu

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

From a young age, Virat Kohli exhibited an unwavering passion for cricket. This fascination began at the tender age of three, as his childhood photos vividly capture the joy and enthusiasm he felt for the game. By the time he was just nine and a half years old, his father recognized this spark and introduced him to Raj Kumar Sharma’s West Delhi Cricket Academy, a pivotal moment that set the stage for his cricketing journey. Under Sharma’s mentorship, the budding cricketer honed his skills, and in 2003, the academy welcomed a special guest: renowned fast bowler Ashish Nehra. This experience further intensified Kohli’s commitment to the sport, while his nickname “Chikoo,” affectionately bestowed by Delhi State coach Ajit Chaudhary, became emblematic of his early cricketing identity.

Tragedy struck in 2006 when Kohli’s father passed away from a brain stroke. Demonstrating remarkable resilience, he played a match-saving innings the very next day, scoring 90 runs for Delhi against Karnataka. This moment not only highlighted his dedication but also showcased his unwavering determination, a quality that defined his approach to cricket. Kohli has often shared that he never considered a backup plan; his heart was set on being a cricketer. This unwavering focus is complemented by his numerous superstitions, where black wristbands and a ‘Kada’ bracelet have become essential parts of his pre-match routine. Kohli’s emotional persona shines through not just in his aggressive gameplay but also in his sensitivity, as evidenced by the tears he shed after India’s disappointing exit from the semi-finals in the 2012 T20 World Cup.

The year 2012 marked a significant turning point in Kohli’s career. He was honored with the ICC ODI Player of the Year Award, and his style led him to be recognized as one of the ten best-dressed international men. His achievements were further celebrated when the Government of India bestowed upon him the Arjuna Award in 2013 and the Padma Shri Award in 2017. In a significant partnership, he became the first brand ambassador for the Border Security Force (BSF) that year while also expanding his horizons beyond cricket by venturing into business with the launch of his apparel brand, WROGN. Despite facing challenges, including a decline in revenue in 2024, Kohli’s entrepreneurial spirit persisted.

Kohli’s personal life saw joyous moments as well. He married Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma in a private ceremony in Tuscany, Italy, on December 11, 2017. The couple shares a deep bond, and their mutual respect for each other’s careers is evident in their public interactions. As an advocate for healthy living, Kohli made headlines in October 2019 when he announced his transition to a vegetarian lifestyle, expressing pride in the positive changes it brought to his wellbeing. His resilience was tested during India’s 2014 tour of England, where he struggled in performance, leading to an emotional battle that he later candidly discussed.

In the years following, Kohli continued to leave his mark, crossing significant milestones, such as amassing over 200 million Instagram followers by June 2022. His interactions with cricketing legends remain noteworthy; he recalled receiving heartfelt support from M.S. Dhoni following his resignation as Test captain in January 2022. As he celebrated turning 35 in November 2023, Kohli’s achievements were recognized with a golden bat presented by the Cricket Association of Bengal president. He continues to influence the sport and beyond, balancing his cricketing legacy with new ventures and personal growth, all while remaining a beloved figure in the world of cricket.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.