Since the inception of Google Trends in 2004, only two cricketers have topped searches in worldwide Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. Their massive popularity is a sign of their contribution to the sport and affection from fans across the globe.

Sachin Tendulkar was the top searched cricketer between 2004 and 2013. He is known as the God of Cricket, was reserved for his brilliant batting, records unbeatable, and a sportsman's attitude. He was the first to score 100 international centuries and played a significant role in India's victory in the 2011 World Cup, which became history. The largest run-scorer in both Test and ODI cricket, he influenced millions. Even after retirement in 2013, his legacy remains, and he is counted among the most reservered ones in the game.

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It was in 2014 that Virat Kohli became the most searched cricketer and has remained so since then. His attacking attitude, unparalleled consistency, and leadership skills have established him as an international cricketing icon. With more than 25,000 runs in international cricket, Kohli has guided India to big wins and is a much-loved fan favorite. Off the pitch, his huge social media following and fitness dedication have earned him one of the world's most influential sports personalities.

The transition from Tendulkar to Kohli is a change of generation in the popularity of cricket. Tendulkar dominated the searches for ten years, and now Kohli has continued that legacy for more than a decade. As cricket keeps changing, the big question still lingers. Will another player emerge to take over Kohli in worldwide searches? Only time will tell, but for the time being, he is the face of contemporary cricket.