Ind vs NZ, 1st Test: Virat Kohli surpasses MS Dhoni to become India's second-most-capped player
Ind vs NZ: Kohli surpasses Dhoni to become India's second-most capped player Photograph:( AFP )
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Ind vs NZ, 1st Test: Despite his forgettable outing, on Day 2, Virat Kohli registered a massive record. He is featuring in his 536th international game and, hence, went past former captain MS Dhoni (535) to become India's second-most capped player.
Ind vs NZ, 1st Test: Despite his forgettable outing, on Day 2, Virat Kohli registered a massive record. He is featuring in his 536th international game and, hence, went past former captain MS Dhoni (535) to become India's second-most capped player.
Day 2 of the first Test between India and New Zealand was a horrid day for the hosts, with Rohit Sharma-led team bundling out for 46 (their lowest-score at home) after opting to bat first in Bengaluru. Virat Kohli, at No. 3, departed for 0 as his form continues to pose questions. Despite his forgettable outing, Kohli registered a massive record. He is featuring in his 536th international game and, hence, went past former captain MS Dhoni (535) to become India's second-most capped player. The list is led by Sachin Tendulkar (with 664 games).
Most internationals for India
Sachin Tendulkar - 664 games
Virat Kohli - 536 games
MS Dhoni - 535 games
Rahul Dravid - 504 games
Rohit Sharma - 486 games
Kohli has had a remarkable run at the international level since his debut in 2008. In 116 Tests, 295 ODIs and 125 T20Is, he has amassed 27,041 international runs so far.
Among the active players, Kohli is followed by Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, playing their 486th and 346th game respectively.
Talking about the Bengaluru Test, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Day 1 was washed out but Day 2 proved to be a nightmare for India. Despite winning the toss in overcast conditions, India opted to bat first and paid the price by being all-out for 46, with five ducks. At stumps, NZ are 180 for 3, leading by 134 runs, following opener Devon Conway's 91.
Day 3, on Friday (Oct 18), will prove to be a litmus test for India as they trail behind. For NZ, the Tom Latham-led side will look to extend their lead and push India towards an innings defeat.
