Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli turned 37 on Wednesday, drawing a flood of heartfelt wishes from teammates and former players across the cricketing world. 
Widely regarded as one of the greatest batters of the modern era, Kohli has inspired generations with his passion, consistency, and match-winning performances.
Kohli, who recently announced his retirement from Tests and T20Is to focus on the 50-over format, has won nearly every ICC tournament except the World Test Championship.
Leading the tributes, former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh posted on X, &ldquo;Once a King, always a king. Happy birthday @imVkohli Sending you lots of love for a great year ahead. Stay blessed!&rdquo;
Spinner Yuzvendra Chahal wrote, &ldquo;To the man with fierce spirit, the heart that beats for every challenge, May you continue to inspire generations to come. God bless and Happy Birthday, Virat bhaiya.&rdquo;
&ldquo;King Kohli turns 37! @imVkohli Celebrating the incredible journey of Virat Kohli, a true legend of Indian cricket! Wishing him a year filled with more records, victories, and joy!&rdquo; shared Suresh Raina.
Cheteshwar Pujara added, &ldquo;Happy birthday @imVkohli &hellip;Have a great day and wishing you the best for the year ahead!&rdquo;
Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif described him as &ldquo;the biggest chase master in world cricket.. A true India hero,&rdquo; while Virender Sehwag posted, &ldquo;Happy Birthday @virat.kohli. Bowlers ke nightmares ka permanent address aur fans ke dil ka permanent residence. Have a great year, Virat.&rdquo;
Spinner Kuldeep Yadav also extended his wishes, saying, &ldquo;Keep shining and inspiring always. Happy Birthday, Virat Bhai.&rdquo;
Throughout his illustrious career, Kohli has played 123 Tests, scoring 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries, with a career-best score of 254 not out. 
In One Day Internationals, he remains the fastest to reach 8,000 to 14,000 runs &mdash; a record unmatched in the format&rsquo;s history.
In T20 Internationals, Kohli has amassed 4,188 runs in 125 matches at an average of 48.69 and a strike rate above 137, including one century and 38 fifties. 
He stands as the third-highest run-scorer in the format.
As Kohli celebrates another milestone in his remarkable journey, fans and fellow players alike continue to hail the achievements of &ldquo;The Boy Who Dreamed&rdquo; &mdash; a true symbol of modern Indian cricket.
&mdash;IANS

Virat Kohli celebrates birthday with teammates

Cricket fraternity celebrates Virat Kohli’s 37th birthday with heartfelt wishes online

Virat Kohli Turns 37, Wishes Flood In Online

Cricket fraternity celebrates Virat Kohli’s 37th birthday with heartfelt wishes online

November 5, 2025 | 23:05 IST