Football Connection: Virat Kohli was once selected in the Delhi U-15 state football team.

He became the captain of the Indian cricket team at the age of 26, one of the youngest to lead the side.

The fastest cricketer to score 12,000 runs in ODI cricket.

Known for his dedication to fitness, fitness regime that he follows rigorously

Kohli follows a vegan diet, abstaining from all animal products

He has played his entire Indian Premier League (IPL) career for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) franchise.

Virat Kohli has several tattoos on his body, including a samurai warrior, a tribal design, and his parents' names

He is actively involved in charitable work and has his foundation, the Virat Kohli Foundation, which focuses o.n helping underprivileged children

Kohli is one of the highest-paid athletes in the world, thanks to his numerous endorsements with major brands.

He is married to Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma.