Introduction: Virat Kohli is on the verge of making history as he stands just 58 runs away from breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the fastest to reach 27,000 international runs.
Kohli’s Remaining Formats: Having retired from T20Is, the 35-year-old Kohli now only plays in Tests and ODIs, making each match crucial for his pursuit of greatness.
Historic Feat in Sight: All eyes will be on Kohli when India faces Bangladesh in the upcoming Test series, starting September 19, where he could achieve this historic feat.
Kohli vs Tendulkar: While Kohli has often been compared to Sachin Tendulkar, he remains humble, acknowledging that Tendulkar’s legacy is unparalleled in cricket.
Kohli’s Current Stats: Kohli has amassed 26,942 runs in 591 innings across formats. If he scores 58 runs in his next eight innings, he will break Tendulkar’s record of 27,000 runs in fewer than 600 innings.
Tendulkar’s Record: Sachin Tendulkar reached 27,000 international runs in 623 innings, and Kohli is poised to surpass him, potentially becoming the fastest in cricket history to do so.
Other Legends at 27,000 Runs: Apart from Tendulkar, only Ricky Ponting and Kumar Sangakkara have crossed the 27,000-run milestone in international cricket.
Bangladesh Test Series: Kohli’s upcoming matches against Bangladesh provide a perfect opportunity for him to secure this achievement, further solidifying his legacy.
Afro-Asia Cup Rumors: Amidst Kohli’s record chase, there’s speculation about the revival of the Afro-Asia Cup, which could potentially pair Kohli with Babar Azam or see Shaheen Afridi and Jasprit Bumrah bowling together.
Possibility of Revival: According to a Forbes report, discussions are underway to revive the Afro-Asia Cup, a tournament that would bring together top cricketers from Africa and Asia.
Conclusion: As Kohli inches closer to the historic milestone, fans are eagerly anticipating this monumental moment. The Bangladesh series may mark another chapter in Kohli’s illustrious career, while the potential revival of the Afro-Asia Cup adds further excitement to the cricketing world.
Nithin Rosh 
Sekar Rao