As anticipation builds for India’s three-match ODI series against Australia, beginning October 19th, 2025, cricket icon Virat Kohli is creating buzz beyond the pitch. His arrival in Delhi for preparations coincided with a delightful viral video showcasing his vocal talents at his sangeet ceremony. This upcoming series, set to unfold in Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney, is eagerly awaited, with fans hoping Kohli continues his stellar performance history against Australia.
The cricketing world is buzzing as superstar batsman Virat Kohli gears up for India’s three-match ODI series against Australia, kicking off on October 19, 2025. Kohli recently arrived in Delhi before flying to Australia, signifying the start of what many are calling a much-anticipated return to action.
Adding a charming twist to the pre-series excitement, a heartwarming video of Kohli crooning a tune at his sangeet ceremony has taken the internet by storm. His wife, acclaimed Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, was visibly touched by his performance, responding with an endearing “Waah” and a round of applause as he concluded.
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The exciting ODI series is slated to commence on October 19th, 2025, at Perth Stadium, with subsequent matches on October 23rd at Adelaide Oval, and the grand finale on October 25th at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground.
Statistically, Kohli stands as India’s second-highest run-scorer in One Day Internationals, boasting an impressive 14,181 runs from 302 matches and 290 innings, maintaining an average of 57.88. His exceptional strike rate of over 93 is complemented by 51 centuries and 74 half-centuries, with his personal best being an astounding 183. In the current year, Kohli has featured in seven ODIs, contributing 275 runs at an average of 45.83, which includes a century and two half-centuries, highlighted by an unbeaten 100.
The memorable singing video is available for fans to watch online.
His most recent international appearances were in March, during the triumphant ICC Champions Trophy campaign. During this period, he accumulated 218 runs across five matches, featuring a magnificent century against Pakistan and a stellar 84-run innings against Australia in the semifinals.
Historically, Kohli has proven to be a formidable force on Australian soil. In 29 ODIs played there, he has notched up 1,327 runs at an average of 51.03, striking at over 89. This includes five centuries and six half-centuries, with a top score of an unbeaten 133. His recent form against Australia further highlights his consistency, with scores of 54, 56, 85, 54, and 84 in his last five encounters. When playing in Australia, his last five innings have seen him score 104, 46, 21, 89, and 63.
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