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Kohli storms back to No 1 in ICC Men’s ODI batting rankings after more than four years

January 14, 2026

Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top position in the ICC Men's ODI batting rankings for the first time since July 2021, following a stellar performance where he scored 93 runs off 91 balls against New Zealand. This marks the 11th time Kohli has reached the No. 1 ranking in his career, surpassing teammate Rohit Sharma, who has fallen to third place.

Central India's Premier English Daily

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Key Highlights

Kohli scored 93 runs against New Zealand, leading India to victory.
This is Kohli's first time at No. 1 in ODI rankings since July 2021.
He has now held the top spot for a total of 825 days, the most by any Indian player.
Kohli first achieved the No. 1 ranking in October 2013.
Rohit Sharma has dropped to third in the ODI rankings.

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Kohli storms back to No 1 in ICC Men’s ODI batting rankings after more than four years

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