Childhood and Education Journey of Virat Kohli in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Virat Kohli. A timeline of key moments.

Virat Kohli is an Indian international cricketer, renowned as one of the greatest batsmen of all time. A right-handed batsman and former captain across all formats, he holds numerous records, including the most ODI centuries. He is also a former captain to lead India to three consecutive Test mace wins. Known as 'King Kohli' and 'The Chase Master' for his aggressive playing style and exceptional run-scoring ability, he is the highest run-scorer in the Indian Premier League.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

November 1988: Birth in Delhi

In November 1988, Virat Kohli was born in Delhi to a Punjabi Hindu family. His mother is a housewife and his father was a criminal lawyer.

1998: West Delhi Cricket Academy

In 1998, the West Delhi Cricket Academy was created, and Kohli's father arranged for him to meet Rajkumar Sharma to potentially enroll in a professional cricket academy.

December 2006: Father's Death

On December 18, 2006, Kohli's father died due to a cerebral attack, leading Kohli to take cricket more seriously.

2007: Kohli Joins Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL

In 2007, Virat Kohli was selected by Royal Challengers Bangalore for $50,000 through a draft for the Indian Premier League, influenced by his performance in the U19 World Cup.

June 2010: Kohli Appointed Vice-Captain for Tri-Series

In June 2010, Virat Kohli was appointed as vice-captain for the tri-series against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe. He also made his International T20 debut against Zimbabwe at Harare, where he scored an unbeaten 26.

2011: Kohli Retained by RCB and Captains IPL Match

Prior to the 2011 season of the IPL, Virat Kohli was retained by Bangalore for US$1.8 million. Kohli scored 56 runs against the Delhi Daredevils and was awarded the player of the match. With regular captain Daniel Vettori injured, Kohli captained his side for the first time in an IPL match.

2012: Kohli's Captaincy and Performance in IPL 2012

During the 2012 season, Virat Kohli scored 57 runs against the Chennai Super Kings and 45 runs against the Kings XI Punjab. Daniel Vettori stepped down as captain, and Kohli took over the leadership role for the remaining matches of the season. He scored 73* against the Delhi Daredevils and accumulated 364 runs during the season.

2013: Virat Kohli Foundation Founded

In 2013, Virat Kohli founded the "Virat Kohli Foundation" to support underprivileged children, collaborating with NGOs to raise awareness and support for their welfare.

2013: Started Dating Anushka Sharma

In 2013, Virat Kohli met actress Anushka Sharma on the set of an advertisement and they started dating, gaining the moniker "Virushka" from fans.

2013: Kohli's Full-Time Captaincy for RCB in IPL 2013

Starting from the 2013 season of the IPL, Virat Kohli assumed the role of full-time captain for the Bangalore team. Kohli scored an unbeaten 93 against Hyderabad, his highest individual score in Twenty20 cricket at that time. He scored 99 before being run out on the final delivery against Delhi. Bangalore's season ended during the group stage.

2014: Charity Auction Participation

In 2014, the Virat Kohli Foundation participated in a charity auction organized by eBay and Save the Children India, using the proceeds to support the education and healthcare of underprivileged children.

2015: Family Relocation

In 2015, Kohli's family relocated from Meera Bagh, Paschim Vihar to Gurgaon.

June 2016: "Celebrity Clasico" Charity Football Match

In June 2016, Virat Kohli led the All Hearts FC against the All Stars FC, captained by Ranbir Kapoor, in the "Celebrity Clasico" charity football match held in Mumbai to raise funds for charity.

2016: Launched Stepathlon Kids

In 2016, Kohli partnered with Stepathlon Lifestyle to launch Stepathlon Kids, an initiative to encourage healthy lifestyles and physical activity among young individuals.

2016: Partnership with Smile Foundation and Swachh Bharat Mission Initiative

In 2016, the Virat Kohli Foundation partnered with Smile Foundation to empower underprivileged children and young people, kickstarting the initiative with a philanthropic dinner at Grand Hyatt, Mumbai, with other cricket players. In 2016, Kohli and the Indian cricket team also undertook a cleaning initiative at the Eden Gardens in collaboration with Anurag Thakur to advance the goals of the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM).

December 2017: Married Anushka Sharma

On December 11, 2017, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma got married in Florence, Italy, attracting media and public attention.

2017: Gala Event for Justice and Care and Establishment of Athlete Development Programme

In 2017, Virat Kohli hosted a gala in London to support Justice and Care, aiming to combat human trafficking. Also in 2017, Kohli established the Athlete Development Programme (ADP) to support young athletes with coaching, training, and nutrition.

2018: Adopted Vegetarian Diet

In 2018, Kohli disclosed that he had transitioned to a vegetarian diet to alleviate symptoms of a cervical spine issue. He has since clarified that his diet is eggetarian.

2018: Documentary Released

In 2018, a documentary highlighting Kohli's cricketing career was released on National Geographic channel.

2019: Waxwork Unveiled at Madame Tussauds

In 2019, on the eve of the 2019 Cricket World Cup, a waxwork of Kohli was unveiled at Madame Tussauds in London.

2019: Super V Animated Series Premiered

In November 2019, the Indian animated superhero television series Super V premiered, featuring a fictionalized portrayal of Kohli's teenage years and his discovery of superpowers.

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2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Relief Efforts

In 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma pledged donations to the PM CARES Fund and the Maharashtra CM Relief Fund. Kohli also supported Awaaz to provide medical services, shelter, and sustenance to stray animals in 2020.