Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli celebrates his 31st birthday today, November 5, 2019. Currently the most searched cricketer on the internet with an estimated 20 to 25 lakh monthly searches, Kohli is marking the occasion while on leave from the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh.
Birthday Celebrations in Bhutan
Kohli is currently vacationing in Bhutan with his wife, actress Anushka Sharma. The couple has shared images of their trip on social media, including photos of hiking and reflections on childhood memories. The vacation comes as Kohli takes a scheduled break from international duties.
Launch of ‘Super V’ Animated Series
Coinciding with his birthday, a new animated series titled Super V premieres today at 3:30 pm on Star Sports, Marvel HQ, and Star Plus. Inspired by Kohli’s own childhood, the series follows a 15-year-old boy who discovers superpowers while pursuing his passion for cricket. Kohli expressed hope that the series will inspire young viewers to balance discipline, sports, and academics while instilling positive values.
Key Facts and Career Milestones
As Virat Kohli reaches this new milestone, here are several significant facts about his life and career:
- Nickname: He is widely known by the nickname “Cheeku.”
- Personal Resilience: In 2006, Kohli’s father passed away while Virat was playing a Ranji Trophy match against Karnataka. He returned to the pitch the following day to score 90 runs.
- Early Leadership: He captained the India Under-19 team to victory in 2008.
- World Cup Record: In 2011, he became the first and only Indian cricketer to score a century on his World Cup debut.
- ICC Recognition: At age 23, he was named the ICC ODI Cricketer of the Year.
- Tattoos: Kohli has a golden dragon and a samurai warrior tattooed on his hand, which he considers symbols of good luck.
From his early days in domestic cricket to becoming a global sports icon, Virat Kohli continues to be a central figure in international cricket.
