Virat Kohli Turns 37: Unveiling Unknown Facts of the Run Machine

On November 5, 2025, the legendary Indian cricketer Virat Kohli celebrated his 37th birthday. Renowned for his unmatched sportsmanship, brilliance, and passion, the batter has achieved significant milestones in all cricket formats. Fondly called Chiku, his career trajectory is worth emulating.  

Virat Kohli has redefined the game of cricket. Starting as a determined young player from Delhi, the most celebrated international cricketer has inspired the world by setting new benchmarks and claiming the crown of the undisputed King of Cricket. Now, let’s take a look at the star cricketer’s prowess and lesser-known facts. 

Interesting Facts About Virat Kohli

1. Why the Nickname ‘Chiku’?

Virat’s Ranji coach, Ajit Chowdhary, gave him the nickname Chiku. He once said that King Kohli resonates with a comic book rabbit with big ears. At the beginning of his career, his cropped hair and chubby cheeks made his ears stand out prominently. Mahendra Singh Dhoni, too, calls him Chiku on the field. 

2. Virat Is an All-rounder

Often called the best and finest Indian batsman, he is also a good bowler and wicketkeeper. He has been a part of matches that showcased all three skills. 

3. He Suffers from Acrophobia

The dashing cricketer of all time is scared of heights. In one of the public discussions, he revealed that he fears turbulence, especially during flights, which makes him hold the seat tightly. 

4. Youngest ODI Cricket of the Year

Virat Kohli is the only batter in history to make the fastest to 8,000, 9,000, 10,000, 11,000, and 12,000 ODI runs. In 2012, at the age of 23, the celebrated cricketer was hailed as the youngest player to win the ODI Cricketer of the Year award.

5. He Has Hit the Most ODI Centuries 

Breaking the records set by the God of Cricket, Sachin Tendulkar, Kohli is the only Indian player to have hit the most ODI centuries, totaling 50 ODI hundreds.

6. Massive Earnings Just for Representing India

As per reports, Kohli earns a spot in the elite Grade A+ bracket, earning a cool Rs. 7 crore annually as a part of the BCCI contract. 

7. Most Runs in T20 Internationals

Virat Kohli is the first batter to cross 4,000 T20I runs. 

8. He Is the Highest-paid IPL Player

With more than 7,000 IPL runs to his credit, Kohli earns Rs. 21 crore per season and continues to remain among the highest-paid IPL stars ever. He has been associated with the Royal Challengers of Bengaluru for 18 years. 

9. He Is the face of over 30 Iconic Brands

As the face of brands like Puma, MRF, Audi, and Manyavar, Virat reportedly earns Rs. 7.5 to Rs. 10 crore per shoot day and getting more than 200 crore annually through brand endorsements. 

10. He Has Scored 3,000+ Runs In T20 WC And ICC WTC

Virat has achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the first cricketer to amass 3,000 runs in both 20 and 50-over World Cups combined. 

Virat Kohli has indeed revolutionized the game of cricket and transformed his passion into a legacy. Happy Birthday to King Kohli!