Virat Kohli Test Career [2023]- ICC Ranking, Runs, Centuries, Average & Highest Score
Virat Kohli is one of the greatest batsmen of his generation. Kohli’s aggressive and flamboyant batting style has earned him praise from fans and critics alike, and he is known for his ability to perform under pressure.
His leadership skills and dedication to the game have helped him become one of the most successful and influential cricketers in the world.
Virat Kohli Test profile
Test Debut | 2011 |
Matches | 108 |
Runs | 8416 |
100 | 28 |
50 | 28 |
Avg | 48.9 |
Age | 34 |
Virat Kohli’s Test debut
Virat Kohli made his Test debut for India on June 20, 2011, against the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica.
Kohli batted at number five in the first innings and scored just four runs before getting out to leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo. In the second innings, he showed some resilience and scored a gritty 15 off 54 deliveries. Despite his efforts, India lost the match by 63 runs.
Virat Kohli Test Runs
In Test cricket, Virat Kohli has scored a total of 8119 runs while playing 177 innings, and he has maintained an impressive batting average of 48.90.
Year | Innings | Runs | Average |
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2011 | 9 | 202 | 22.44 |
2012 | 16 | 689 | 49.21 |
2013 | 12 | 616 | 56.00 |
2014 | 20 | 847 | 44.58 |
2015 | 15 | 640 | 42.67 |
2016 | 18 | 1215 | 75.94 |
2017 | 16 | 1059 | 75.64 |
2018 | 24 | 1322 | 55.08 |
2019 | 11 | 612 | 68.00 |
2020 | 6 | 116 | 19.33 |
2021 | 19 | 536 | 28.21 |
2022 | 11 | 265 | 26.50 |
2023 | 6 | 297 | 49.50 |
Virat Kohli Test Runs vs Australia
Virat Kohli scored 2,794 Test runs against Australia in 37 matches with an average of 49.14. Here is a breakdown of his Test runs against Australia by year:
Year | Series | Matches | Runs | Avg | 100s |
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2011-2012 | Australia Tour of India | 4 | 300 | 37.50 | 1 |
2013 | India Tour of Australia | 4 | 692 | 86.50 | 4 |
2014-2015 | Australia Tour of India | 4 | 692 | 86.50 | 4 |
2016-2017 | India Tour of Australia | 4 | 692 | 86.50 | 3 |
2018-2019 | Australia Tour of India | 4 | 282 | 31.33 | 1 |
2020-2021 | India Tour of Australia | 4 | 136 | 27.20 | 1 |
2023 | Australia Tour of India | 4 | 297 | 74.25 | 1 |
Kohli’s highest score against Australia in Test cricket is 169 runs, which he scored in the 2014-2015 Adelaide Test.
Virat Kohli Test Centuries
As of 2023, Virat Kohli had scored 28 centuries in Test cricket.
No. | Score | Opposition | Date |
1 | 116 | Australia | 24-Jan-12 |
2 | 103 | New Zealand | 31-Aug-12 |
3 | 103 | England | 13-Dec-12 |
4 | 107 | Australia | 22-Feb-13 |
5 | 119 | South Africa | 18-Dec-13 |
6 | 105* | New Zealand | 14-Feb-14 |
7 | 115 | Australia | 09-Dec-14 |
8 | 141 | Australia | 09-Dec-14 |
9 | 169 | Australia | 26-Dec-14 |
10 | 147 | Australia | 06-Jan-15 |
11 | 103 | Sri Lanka | 12-Aug-15 |
12 | 200 | West Indies | 21-Jul-16 |
13 | 211 | New Zealand | 08-Oct-16 |
14 | 167 | England | 17-Nov-16 |
15 | 235 | England | 08-Dec-16 |
16 | 204 | Bangladesh | 09-Feb-17 |
17 | 103* | Sri Lanka | 26-Jul-17 |
18 | 104* | Sri Lanka | 16-Nov-17 |
19 | 213 | Sri Lanka | 24-Nov-17 |
20 | 243 | Sri Lanka | 02-Dec-17 |
21 | 153 | South Africa | 13-Jan-18 |
22 | 149 | England | 01-Aug-18 |
23 | 103 | England | 18-Aug-18 |
24 | 139 | West Indies | 04-Oct-18 |
25 | 123 | Australia | 14-Dec-18 |
26 | 254* | South Africa | 10-Oct-19 |
27 | 136 | Bangladesh | 22-Nov-19 |
28 | 186 | Australia | 12-Mar-2023 |
Virat Kohli’s Test centuries against Australia
Virat Kohli scored 8 Test centuries against Australia. Here is a list of his Test centuries against Australia:
No. | Runs | Match Venue | Year | Result |
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1 | 116 | Adelaide Oval | 2012 | Lost |
2 | 141 | Adelaide Oval | 2014 | Drawn |
3 | 169 | Melbourne Cricket Ground | 2014 | Won |
4 | 147 | Sydney Cricket Ground | 2015 | Drawn |
5 | 123 | Perth Stadium | 2018 | Lost |
6 | 104 | Melbourne Cricket Ground | 2018 | Won |
7 | 123 | Adelaide Oval | 2020 | Lost |
8 | 186 | Narendra Modi Stadium | 2023 | Won |
Virat Kohli’s Test Highest Score
Virat Kohli’s highest score in Test cricket is 254* against South Africa in Pune, India in October 2019.
Kohli batted for over 10 hours, faced 336 balls, and hit 33 fours during his marathon innings. He shared a 225-run partnership with Ravindra Jadeja for the fifth wicket and helped India post a massive total of 601/5 declared.
Kohli’s double century was his seventh in Test cricket, putting him joint-second with Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag in terms of the most double centuries by an Indian batsman.
Virat Kohli Test Average
Virat Kohli’s Test batting average is 48.9. His average shows his consistency and ability to score runs across all conditions.
He has scored runs in some of the toughest cricketing venues around the world, including England, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand.
Virat Kohli ICC Test Ranking
Virat Kohli was ranked at No. 13 in the ICC Test batsmen rankings. He has been ranked as the No. 1 Test batsman multiple times in his career, with his highest rating being 937 points.
But in the last 3 years, he has gone through a tough period in his test career, which result in his ICC Test rankings.
virat kohli test career as captain
Virat Kohli has had a successful career as the captain of the Indian Test cricket team. He took over the captaincy from MS Dhoni in 2014 and has since led India in 60 Test matches.
Under his leadership, India has won 38 Tests, lost 14, and drawn 8 matches. Kohli has a win percentage of over 63% as a Test captain, which is one of the highest among all Indian captains.
Frequently asked questions
How many Test centuries has Virat Kohli scored?
As of 2023, Virat Kohli had scored 28 centuries in Test cricket.
What is Virat Kohli’s highest score in Test cricket?
Virat Kohli’s highest score in Test cricket is 254* runs, which he scored against South Africa in Pune in 2019.
What is Virat Kohli’s Test batting average?
As of 2023, Virat Kohli’s Test batting average was 48.9.
When did Virat Kohli make his Test debut?
Virat Kohli made his Test debut for India on June 20, 2011, against the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica.
Whts is Virat Kohli’s ICC Test Ranking?
Virat Kohli was ranked at No. 13 in the ICC Test batsmen rankings.