Virat Kohli, widely known as “King Kohli”, is regarded as one of the greatest ODI batters of all time. His consistency, hunger for runs, and calm mindset under pressure have made him a nightmare for opposition teams.
Against the New Zealand national cricket team, Kohli has been especially dominant. From 2010 to 2026, he has piled up runs across home conditions, overseas tours, and ICC tournaments. Whether batting first or chasing, Kohli has repeatedly delivered match-winning contributions against the Black Caps.
With India and New Zealand meeting again in the 2026 ODI series — including his superb knock in Indore — Kohli’s numbers against this opponent remain among the strongest in his career.
Virat Kohli vs New Zealand ODI Record
| Parameter | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 36 |
| Innings | 36 |
| Not Outs | 3 |
| Total Runs | 1,897 |
| Highest Score | 154* |
| Batting Average | 57.48 |
| Strike Rate | 96.40 |
| Centuries | 7 |
| Half-Centuries | 10 |
| 150+ Scores | 1 |
| Fours | 168+ |
| Sixes | 28+ |
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Virat Kohli vs New Zealand Match-by-Match ODI Record
| No. | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 0 | Dambulla | 2010 |
| 2 | 105 | 104 | 10 | 0 | Guwahati | 2010 |
| 3 | 64 | 73 | 8 | 0 | Jaipur | 2010 |
| 4 | 63* | 70 | 6 | 2 | Vadodara | 2010 |
| 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | Bengaluru | 2010 |
| 6 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | Chennai | 2010 |
| 7 | 123 | 111 | 11 | 2 | Napier | 2014 |
| 8 | 78 | 65 | 7 | 2 | Hamilton | 2014 |
| 9 | 6 | 20 | 1 | 0 | Auckland | 2014 |
| 10 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | Hamilton | 2014 |
| 11 | 82 | 78 | 7 | 3 | Wellington | 2014 |
| 12 | 85* | 81 | 9 | 1 | Dharamsala | 2016 |
| 13 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 0 | Delhi | 2016 |
| 14 | 154* | 134 | 16 | 1 | Mohali | 2016 |
| 15 | 45 | 51 | 2 | 1 | Ranchi | 2016 |
| 16 | 65 | 76 | 2 | 1 | Vizag | 2016 |
| 17 | 121 | 125 | 9 | 2 | Mumbai | 2017 |
| 18 | 29 | 29 | 3 | 1 | Pune | 2017 |
| 19 | 113 | 106 | 9 | 1 | Kanpur | 2017 |
| 20 | 45 | 59 | 3 | 0 | Napier | 2019 |
| 21 | 43 | 45 | 5 | 0 | Mount Maunganui | 2019 |
| 22 | 60 | 74 | 6 | 1 | Mount Maunganui | 2019 |
| 23 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | Manchester | 2019 |
| 24 | 51 | 63 | 6 | 0 | Hamilton | 2020 |
| 25 | 15 | 25 | 1 | 0 | Auckland | 2020 |
| 26 | 9 | 12 | 0 | 1 | Mount Maunganui | 2020 |
| 27 | 8 | 10 | 1 | 0 | Hyderabad | 2023 |
| 28 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | Raipur | 2023 |
| 29 | 36 | 27 | 3 | 1 | Indore | 2023 |
| 30 | 95 | 104 | 8 | 2 | Dharamsala | 2023 |
| 31 | 117 | 113 | 9 | 2 | Mumbai | 2023 |
| 32 | 11 | 14 | 2 | 0 | Dubai | 2025 |
| 33 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | Dubai | 2025 |
| 34 | 93 | 91 | 8 | 1 | Vadodara | 2026 |
| 35 | 23 | 29 | 2 | 0 | Rajkot | 2026 |
| 36 | 124 | 108 | 10 | 3 | Indore | 2026 |
Centuries That Defined Kohli Dominance
Virat Kohli has scored seven ODI centuries against New Zealand, placing him among the most dominant batters in this rivalry.
Some of his most impactful hundreds include:
- 105 at Guwahati (2010) – his early statement knock
- 123 at Napier (2014) – a brilliant overseas innings
- 154* at Mohali (2016) – his highest against NZ
- 121 at Mumbai (2017) – pure domination
- 113 at Kanpur (2017) – match-winning class
- 117 at Mumbai (2023 WC semi-final) – his historic 50th ODI ton
- 124 at Indore (2026) – his latest masterclass during a tough chase
Home vs Away Performance
Virat Kohli has been particularly strong against New Zealand on Indian soil:
- Over 1200 runs at home
- Average close to 80
- Six of his seven centuries scored in India
Even overseas in New Zealand and England, Kohli has produced important fifties and impressive hundreds, proving adaptability across formats and conditions.
Virat Kohli’s record against New Zealand strongly supports his reputation as a big-match player and elite run-chaser. His calm approach, shot selection, and ability to absorb pressure have repeatedly put India in winning positions.
With his latest century in the 2026 series, Kohli is now moving closer to becoming the highest run-scorer in India vs New Zealand ODI history. Even at this stage of his career, his form and fitness remain exceptional.
From 2010 to 2026, Virat Kohli has dominated New Zealand in ODIs with class, consistency, and match-winning centuries. His average above 57 and seven hundreds reflect pure batting excellence.
