Virat Kohli Reclaims No.1 ODI Spot, Celebrated by Family and Fans

Virat Kohli returned to the top of the ICC Men's ODI Rankings after a stellar 93-run performance against New Zealand. This marks his 11th time in the No.1 position, celebrated by his family on social media. Kohli's recent form has been outstanding, contributing significantly to India's successes.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 14-01-2026 20:13 IST | Created: 14-01-2026 20:13 IST
Virat Kohli Reclaims No.1 ODI Spot, Celebrated by Family and Fans
Virat with his sister and brother (Image source: Instagram account of Virat's sister). Image Credit: ANI
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In a triumphant return to the spotlight, star cricketer Virat Kohli has reclaimed the coveted No. 1 position in the ICC Men's ODI Rankings. His impressive 93-run innings in the series opener against New Zealand at Vadodara propelled him back to the summit, delighting fans and family alike.

Kohli's ascent was joyously marked by his family members, with elder brother Vikas and sister Bhawna expressing their pride through heartfelt Instagram posts. Kohli now leads the ODI Batters' rankings with 785 points, narrowly edging out New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell, who trails by just one point.

Returning to the top for the first time since July 2021, Kohli's illustrious career has seen him dominate the rankings on eleven separate occasions. His recent performances have been nothing short of extraordinary, continuously guiding India to victory and establishing him as a pivotal figure in international cricket.

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