Virat Kohli etched his name further into the ODI record books on Sunday, becoming the fastest batter in cricket history to reach 15,000 runs in the 50-over format. The landmark came during India’s chase against West Indies in the opening match of the three-game series at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram.
Kohli reached the milestone in his 303rd ODI innings, breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s previous record of 377 innings. The achievement added another memorable chapter to Kohli’s decorated ODI career as India moved closer to chasing down West Indies’ target of 296.
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Earlier, India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to field. West Indies made an excellent start, with Justin Greaves and John Campbell putting together a 135-run opening partnership.
Greaves produced a memorable performance on his ODI debut, scoring a maiden century. He made 101 from 108 balls, while Campbell provided further momentum with a brisk 62 off 60 deliveries.
West Indies appeared firmly in control before India’s spin attack changed the course of the innings. Kuldeep Yadav delivered a crucial spell, finishing with 4/40 from his 10 overs.
Kuldeep triggered a dramatic collapse after West Indies had reached 195/2. The visitors slipped to 198/5, with Kuldeep claiming the wickets of Greaves and Jewel Andrew off successive deliveries.
Fast to 15,000 Runs in ODI History
| Player | Innings Needed | Date Reached | Career Total Runs | Career Average |
| Virat Kohli (IND) | 303 | Sept 27, 2026 | 15,000+ | ~58.6 |
| Sachin Tendulkar (IND) | 377 | March 29, 2007 | 18,426 | 44.8 |
Despite the collapse, West Indies recovered late in the innings. Amir Jangoo played a valuable unbeaten knock of 58 from 43 balls to help the visitors finish on 295/7.
India began the chase positively, with Rohit Sharma and Gill providing a solid opening partnership. Rohit eventually fell for 32 after being dismissed by Alzarri Joseph, bringing Kohli to the crease.
Kohli quickly settled into the innings and reached the historic 15,000-run landmark. His achievement came alongside another major performance from Gill, who continued his impressive form.
The India captain capitalised on an early reprieve to bring up a century from 96 balls. His innings ensured India remained firmly in control of the chase.
