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Virat Kohli Becomes India's Highest Run-Scorer in England, Surpasses Rahul Dravid's Historic Record
Virat Kohli etched his name into the record books by becoming the highest-scoring Indian batter in international cricket on English soil during the ODI series against England.
Indian batting star Virat Kohli added another milestone to his illustrious career by becoming the highest run-scorer among Indian batters in international cricket in England. The landmark came during the second ODI against England in Cardiff, where Kohli overtook former captain Rahul Dravid's long-standing record.
With this achievement, Kohli once again demonstrated why he remains one of the most consistent performers in world cricket.
Virat Kohli Breaks Rahul Dravid's Record
During his innings in Cardiff, Kohli took his tally of international runs in England to 2,646, moving past Rahul Dravid's previous record of 2,645 runs.
Most International Runs by Indian Batters in England
| Player | International Runs |
|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 2,646* |
| Rahul Dravid | 2,645 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 2,626 |
| Rohit Sharma | 2,308 |
| Sourav Ganguly | 1,949 |
| MS Dhoni | 1,869 |
Runs updated after the Cardiff ODI.
Strong Comeback After a Quiet Start
Kohli had endured a disappointing outing in the opening ODI of the series at Edgbaston, where he managed just 5 runs.
However, the former India captain bounced back in style in the second match, once again proving his ability to respond under pressure and deliver when the team needs him.
Outstanding ODI Consistency
Virat Kohli has enjoyed an exceptional run of form in One-Day Internationals.
According to recent statistics, he has crossed the 50-run mark in seven of his last nine ODI innings, including three centuries. The numbers underline his remarkable consistency and his continued importance to India's batting line-up.
Virat Kohli's ODI Career at a Glance
Kohli's ODI record continues to rank among the greatest in cricket history.
- Matches: 313
- Innings: 301
- Runs: 15,843
- Batting Average: 58.53
- Centuries: 54
- Half-centuries: 78
- Highest Score: 183
These figures further strengthen his position as one of the finest ODI batters the game has ever seen.
Another Landmark in a Legendary Career
Even after more than a decade at the highest level, Virat Kohli continues to rewrite record books with remarkable consistency.
His latest achievement in England not only highlights his longevity but also reinforces his status as one of India's greatest-ever cricketers. With his focus firmly on ODI cricket, fans will be eager to see what new milestones he reaches in the matches ahead.
