Few Indian batters adapt to conditions as seamlessly as Virat Kohli, and Rajkot Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium has quietly become one of his trusted hunting grounds. Across four ODI innings, Kohli has displayed control, patience, and rhythm, scoring 226 runs at a strong average of 56.50.
While he hasn’t scored a century here, Kohli has never truly failed at this venue. Every inning has contributed to India momentum whether in a chase or while setting up a total. With a strike rate of 87.60, Kohli numbers at Rajkot reflect consistency and match awareness.
Virat Kohli ODI Stats at Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium (Rajkot)
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s | Not Outs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 226 | 78 | 56.50 | 87.60 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
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Virat Kohli – Match-by-Match Performance at Rajkot
| Date | Opponent | Inns | Batting Position | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Jan 2013 | England | 2nd | 3 | 15 | 22 | 68.18 | c Kieswetter b Bresnan |
| 18 Oct 2015 | South Africa | 2nd | 3 | 77 | 99 | 77.78 | c Miller b Morkel |
| 17 Jan 2020 | Australia | 1st | 3 | 78 | 76 | 102.63 | c Starc b Zampa |
| 27 Sep 2023 | Australia | 2nd | 3 | 56 | 61 | 91.80 | c Smith b Maxwell |
Kohli Best Knock at Rajkot
78 (76) vs Australia – 17 January 2020
- High-paced scoring (SR 102.63)
- Commanding strokeplay against Starc, Cummins, Zampa
- Controlled the middle overs and accelerated perfectly
This innings showcased vintage Kohli chase-mode, turning pressure into control.
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Across 10 years and three different ODI cycles, Virat Kohli ODI record at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium stands rock solid. With an average above 56 and three innings over 50, he has mastered this venue with class, adaptability, and remarkable consistency. Whenever India play at Rajkot, Kohli stability at No. 3 continues to be one of the team biggest strengths. His experience at this ground could again be crucial in India upcoming ODI season.
