Virat Kohli Completes 9000 Test Runs in India vs New Zealand, Makes History

Bangalore, India — Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has reached another milestone in his illustrious career by completing 9,000 Test runs during the first Test match between India and New Zealand. With this achievement, Kohli becomes the fourth Indian cricketer to surpass the 9,000-run mark in Test cricket, joining the ranks of legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Sunil Gavaskar.

Kohli’s Comeback in the Second Innings

In the ongoing match at Bangalore, Kohli had a challenging start when he was dismissed for a duck in India’s first innings. However, he made a strong comeback in the second innings, scoring a half-century and cementing his place in history. Kohli’s knock of 68 runs off 91 balls, which included 8 boundaries and 1 six, was crucial in helping India recover. He also shared a century partnership with Sarfaraz Khan, who is also batting well with a half-century to his name.

Kohli Joins Elite Club

Virat Kohli's latest achievement places him in an elite club of Indian cricketers with over 9,000 Test runs. Kohli’s tally now stands at 9,015 runs in 116 matches, achieved over 197 innings. With 29 centuries and 31 half-centuries, Kohli’s consistency in Test cricket has been remarkable. His highest Test score remains an unbeaten 254, and his performances against New Zealand have been impressive throughout his career.

Indian Legends Ahead of Kohli

In the list of India’s highest Test run-scorers, Kohli now sits at fourth place. Leading the list is Sachin Tendulkar with an astonishing 15,921 runs, followed by Rahul Dravid with 13,265 runs, and Sunil Gavaskar with 10,122 runs. Kohli’s achievement is another testament to his long-standing contribution to Indian cricket.

A Crucial Partnership with Sarfaraz Khan

Kohli’s performance in the second innings of this Test was supported by a valuable partnership with Sarfaraz Khan. The duo added crucial runs for India as they aimed to set a challenging target for New Zealand. Kohli’s knock of 68 was a vital part of India’s fightback, and his partnership with Sarfaraz strengthened India’s position in the match.

Kohli’s Impressive Test Career

Virat Kohli’s Test career continues to be a benchmark for aspiring cricketers. Having played 116 matches so far, Kohli has accumulated 9,015 runs at an impressive average. His 29 centuries in Test cricket demonstrate his ability to perform under pressure, and his versatility as a batsman across all formats of the game has solidified his place among cricket’s all-time greats.

As the match against New Zealand continues, Kohli's fans will be hoping for more such remarkable performances from the Indian skipper, as he continues to break records and set new benchmarks in international cricket.