Virat Kohli becomes number-one ranked ODI batsman

DUBAI: Virat Kohli today became the number one batsman in One-day cricket after a superbbatting show against Australia in the just-concluded series, in which he scored 344 runs.

Kohli had scores of 61 (in Pune), 100 not out (in Jaipur), 68 (in Mohali), 115 not out (in Nagpur) and 0 (in Bengaluru).
This gave the 24-year-old a series aggregate of 344 runs at an average of 114.66, and a reward of 38 ratings points which helped him to jump three places to top of the ICC ranking table for ODI batsmen.
He has achieved the number-one spot for the first time in his career, just a few days before his 25th birthday.

Kohli has now become the third India batsman to hold the number-one batting rank in ODI cricket, after Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni.

Tendulkar first claimed the number one position when he took over from Brian Lara in February 1996. He was last number one in March 2008.

Dhoni first reached number one when he took over from Ricky Ponting in April 2006. He was last ranked number one in July 2010.

Kohli now leads South Africa's Hashim Amla by 13 ratings points. Amla had been holding the coveted number-one position since November 2010. Kohli is not the only batsman who has gained in the latest rankings, which were released today.

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Pics : Virat Kohli unveiled as Adidas brand ambassador

New Delhi: Virat Kohli was introduced by Adidas at the Talkatora Stadium today as the brand’s new ambassador. It has been reported that Kohli has signed a 3-year deal worth Rs 10 crore per annum, which will see him surpass the likes of Dhoni and Tendulkar in endorsement earnings.

Speaking at the event, Kohli said “I am all in with Adidas! I have always been a big fan of the brand and their amazing products. I’m looking forward to getting on with my game in the 3-stripes”

Kohli was welcomed into team Adidas with a special message from his idol,Sachin Tendulkar, who spoke about his own fantastic 16 year association with Adidas. Tendulkar rounded off saying that he was waiting to see Virat perform in the three stripes. Virat pledged that he is all in with Adidas and engaged thousands of his young fans with interesting cricketing anecdotes.

Talking about the partnership, Tushar Goculdas, Brand Director, Adidas India said, “Virat is a world-class athlete, supremely talented and extremely passionate about the game. We are proud to have Virat join team adidas and believe this partnership will empower him to continue delivering stellar performances on the pitch, with our cutting-edge products. Off the field, Virat will express his unique sense of style through our iconic streetwear brand, Adidas Originals." ©sportskeeda

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Virat Kohli appointed BSF ambassador

New Delhi:  Virat Kohli was on Sunday appointed as the brand ambassador of the BSF, world's largest border guarding force.

Kohli was presented a Border Security Force blazer and a flop-hat by Union Minister of State for Home RPN Singh and force chief Subhash Joshi at a glittering ceremony at the paramilitary's camp in the national capital.

A beaming Kohli said this was a moment of "great pride" and that he is filled with the feeling of patriotism as he joins the ranks of the 2.2-lakh personnel strong force, also the country's second largest security force after CRPF.

"I will travel to meet BSF personnel on the borders and help in as many ways I can to motivate them and boost their morale," the 25-year-old said.

Kohli had his share of cheeky moments with the jawans and officers of the force right after the gala event as he was asked questions about his marriage, his nickname 'chiku' and the dream to captain team India.

MoS Singh said the appeal of Kohli will be used to attract more and more youngsters to the force which at present is tasked to guard Indian frontiers with Pakistan and Bangladesh besides rendering a variety of internal security duties including undertaking anti-Naxal operations.

"We are in the process of giving him (Kohli) a honorary rank and a uniform of the force," Singh said adding Kohli will spread the word about the hardwork of the troops of the force who do not get "enough credit".

BSF Director General Joshi, announcing the maiden initiative of a paramilitary force appointing an ambassador said, the right-hand batsmen is synonymous with discipline, dedication and professionalism which is a hallmark of his force too.

The cricketer had made his Test debut against the West Indies in 2011 and is going strong since then. He played a vital role in India's World Cup win in 2011 and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy title.

The BSF works under the command of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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Big money : Virat Kohli inks Rs 10 crore a year ad deal

Mumbai: If you have seen Virat Kohli strut his stuff in the new Flying Machines ad then you know that among the young Indian cricketers he seems to be most comfortable on screen. And if you have seen him work his way from one success to another on the cricket field — then you know that he is here stay. Both these qualities make him the perfect man for advertisers and brand men. Mahendra Singh Dhoni is on the wrong side of 30. Sachin Tendulkar is 40. Virat Kohli, on the other hand, is 24 and ready for big time

 
The Times of India has reported that the young batsman has inked a Rs 10-crore per annum deal with German sports goods giant Adidas. The three-year contract will see him endorsing the brand’s apparel and shoes. Tendulkar has been endorsing Adidas shoes for a long time and this might be their preparation for his retirement. The Times of India report also said that the Delhi batsman, who is leading his side in the Challenger Trophy, has also struck a Rs 6.5 crore a year deal with a tyre brand (presumably MRF) that had master batsmen Sachin Tendulkar and Steve Waugh as its ambassadors The Indian vice-captain pocketed around Rs 40 crore from endorsements last year, but the figure will be much higher next year following these two big deals. He lends his face to 13 brands at the moment, including Pepsi, Toyota and Cinthol deodorants. Bunty Sajdeh-led Cornerstone Sport and Entertainment manages the Indian vice-captain’s endorsement contracts.


 In July this year, Mahendra Singh Dhoni — with earnings of $31.5 million — had topped the list of the world’s highest earning cricketers compiled by Forbes magazine, followed by Sachin Tendulkar. Nearly half of Dhoni’s 25 endorsements pay more than $1 million annually, including a three-year deal with former billionaire Vijay Mallya’s United Breweries Group worth more than $5 million over three years. Tendulkar’s earnings were $22 million. The break-up being Salary/winnings: $4 million and Endorsements: $18 million. Kohli, in comparison, had total earnings of $7.1 million. He earned $3.1 million from cricket matches as playing fees and $4 million in endorsements.

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