Virat Kohli delivered a masterclass in batting during India’s group-stage clash against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The star batter remained unbeaten on 100 off 111 balls, guiding India to a dominant victory. His knock not only secured the win but also marked a historic milestone crossing 14,000 runs in One Day Internationals.
Following the match-winning knock, Kohli reached for his locket, kissed it, and displayed his wedding ring. Here's everything you need to know about the iconic celebration associated with the chase master.
The Story Behind Kohli’s 'Locket Celebration'
For Kohli, this celebration was a heartfelt tribute to his wife, Anushka Sharma. The Bollywood actress has been his pillar of strength through all the highs and lows of his career. Despite facing criticism Anushka has not only stood by him but also offered unwavering support. The celebration was Kohli's way of acknowledging her role in his journey.
This isn’t the first time Kohli has expressed his love and gratitude through this iconic celebration. The tradition began in 2018 during India’s Test match against South Africa in Centurion. After scoring a remarkable 153 runs in challenging conditions, Kohli pulled out his locket and kissed it, dedicating his innings to Anushka. Since then, this symbolic celebration has become a signature moment in his career
Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar's record during India vs Pakistan match
Virat Kohli on Sunday added another feather to his cap by reaching the 14,000-run mark in One Day International (ODI) cricket. Kohli became the third cricketer globally to achieve the impressive milestone. Virat Kohli reached the 14,000-run mark in his 287th innings overtaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 350 innings. While Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara took 378 innings to get to the mark.
