Virat Kohli has been a pivotal figure in ICC tournament finals, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure. Here are some of his notable performances in ICC finals:
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Virat Kohli Key Performances in ICC Finals
- 2011 ODI World Cup Final vs Sri-Lanka: Kohli scored 35 runs off 49 balls, helping India win the World Cup by forming a crucial partnership with Gautam Gambhir.
- 2013 Champions Trophy Final vs Engalnd: Kohli top-scored with 43 runs off 34 balls in a rain-affected match, contributing to India’s victory by five runs.
- 2014 T20 World Cup Final vs Sri-Lanka: Kohli scored 77 runs off 58 balls, though India lost the match.
- 2017 Champions Trophy Final vs Pakistan: Kohli managed only 5 runs off 9 balls as India suffered a significant defeat.
- 2023 ODI World Cup Final vs Australia: Kohli scored 54 runs off 63 balls, but India lost the match.
- 2023 World Test Championship Final vs Australia: Kohli scored 14 and 49 runs in the two innings, but India lost by 209 runs.
- 2024 T20 World Cup Final vs South Africa: Kohli scored 76 runs off 59 balls, earning him the Player of the Match award as India won the tournament.
Key Statistics and Performance
- Total Runs in ICC Finals: Virat Kohli is the leading run-scorer in ICC finals with 410 runs from 10 innings across eight finals with the average of approximately 41 runs per innings.
- Half-Centuries: He has scored three half-centuries in ICC finals.
- Player of the Match Award: Kohli won the Player of the Match award in the 2024 T20 World Cup final.
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Upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final
Kohli is set to play a crucial role in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand, despite suffering a minor knee injury during practice. He is set to play a crucial role in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand, despite suffering a minor knee injury during practice.
