Virat Kohli is now officially the most-Googled cricket player in Google’s 25-year history. This esteemed title emphasizes Kohli’s enormous appeal and the curiosity that his extraordinary career has sparked throughout the world. Remarkably, the former captain of India made his debut in 2008 at the U19 World Cup, leading the Men in Blue to victory. After that, the Royal Challengers Bangalore selected him for the Indian Premier League, where he played for 16 years and is still active.
The Delhi-born cricketer broke several records after making his India debut against Sri Lanka in 2008, including the record for most hundreds of runs in the one-day international format. In addition to finishing as the ODI World Cup 2023’s top run scorer, he also broke the record for the most runs scored by a single player in the major competition. He is now the second-highest run scorer in international cricket, after only Sachin Tendulkar.
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— Google (@Google) December 11, 2023
But it’s not simply his skill at cricket that has people looking for him. The off-field lifestyle of Virat Kohli, which includes his love of tattoos, humanitarian work, personal life, and fashion sense, has also piqued the interest of millions of people all over the world. The cricketer’s latest recognition from Google is evidence of his widespread appeal, as in previous years, a number of firms have expressed interest in collaborating with him.
Google has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo, the football player who inspired Virat Kohli, is the most searched player. Although they weren’t on the same screen, Kohli and the Portuguese celebrity had previously been in the same advertisement. However, after his side was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup in 2022, Kohli sent a heartfelt letter on Instagram. In his remark, Kohli also referred to him as the “Greatest of All Time.”
Interestingly, the award shows how popular Kohli is outside of cricket, drawing in followers, aficionados, and even those who are not familiar with the game, particularly those who reside outside. The greatest illustration of this is the well-known streamer I Show Speed.
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