5 big records Virat Kohli could achieve in the ENG vs IND 1st ODI at Edgbaston
Five major records are on the line as Virat Kohli returns for the 1st ODI against England at Edgbaston. Here are the complete list.

The three-match ODI series between India and England begins on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, with Virat Kohli returning to India's ODI team after nearly six months. The star batter will be one of the biggest attractions of the series as he has several major milestones within his reach. Kohli has enjoyed a remarkable ODI career and now has the chance to add more records to his already impressive list.
Ahead of the first ODI at Edgbaston, Kohli grabbed attention during India's practice session after he was clean bowled by a brilliant delivery. The clip quickly went viral on social media, but it has not changed the excitement around his return. Fans will be hoping to see the former India captain bounce back and deliver another match-winning performance against England.
The first ODI presents Kohli with the opportunity to achieve several historic milestones. He is just 203 runs away from becoming only the second batter to score 15,000 ODI runs and could also become the fastest player to reach the landmark. Apart from that, he has the chance to break a few more records during the match.
Here are five big records Virat Kohli could achieve in the ENG vs IND 1st ODI at Edgbaston.
5. 300th ODI appearance for India
Virat Kohli is all set to achieve another major milestone when India take on England in the first ODI at Edgbaston. The former India captain is set to play his 300th ODI for the national team, becoming only the seventh Indian cricketer to reach the landmark. It will be another memorable achievement in his legendary international career.
Kohli returns to India's ODI squad after missing the ODI series against Afghanistan. He has played 299 ODIs so far and has been one of India's greatest performers in the 50-over format. During his ODI career, Kohli has scored 14,797 runs at an outstanding average of over 58, along with 54 centuries and 77 half-centuries.
With his 300th ODI appearance, Kohli will join an elite list of Indian cricketers featuring Sachin Tendulkar (463), MS Dhoni (350), Rahul Dravid (344), Mohammed Azharuddin (334), Sourav Ganguly (311) and Yuvraj Singh (304). The landmark will add another memorable chapter to Kohli's remarkable ODI journey.
4. Most runs in India vs England ODIs
Virat Kohli has the chance to become the highest run-scorer in ODI matches between India and England. He has scored 1,397 runs in 38 matches against England, including three centuries and 10 half-centuries. Kohli currently ranks fourth on the all-time list of leading run-scorers in India-England ODIs.
At present, MS Dhoni (1,546 runs) holds the record for the most runs in India vs England ODIs. He is followed by Yuvraj Singh (1,523 runs), Sachin Tendulkar (1,455 runs) and Virat Kohli (1,397 runs). Kohli needs 150 more runs to overtake Dhoni and move to the top of the list.
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Considering his impressive record against England, Kohli has a great opportunity to achieve the milestone during the three-match ODI series. If he scores the required runs, he will surpass Dhoni, Yuvraj and Tendulkar to become the highest run-scorer in the history of India vs England ODI matches.
3. Most ODI runs by an Indian in England
Virat Kohli is closing in on another major milestone in ODI cricket. The star batter has scored 1,349 runs in 33 ODI innings in England at an impressive average of 51.88, including one century and 12 half-centuries. He currently ranks second among India's highest run-scorers in ODIs on English soil.
At present, Rohit Sharma (1,428 runs) holds the record for the most ODI runs by an Indian in England. He is followed by Virat Kohli (1,349 runs), Rahul Dravid (648 runs), Sachin Tendulkar (639 runs) and MS Dhoni (613 runs). Kohli needs 80 more runs to overtake Rohit Sharma and become the highest Indian run-scorer in ODIs in England.
Kohli has always enjoyed batting in English conditions and has produced several memorable performances against England. With another three-match ODI series on English soil, he has a great opportunity to achieve the milestone and move to the top of the list of India's highest ODI run-scorers in England.
2. Only the second batter to score 15,000 ODI runs
Virat Kohli is just one step away from joining one of the most exclusive clubs in ODI cricket. The former India captain has scored 14,797 runs in 311 ODIs (299 innings) at a remarkable average of 58.71. He needs only 203 more runs to become just the second batter in ODI history to reach the 15,000-run milestone.
At present, Sachin Tendulkar (18,426 runs) is the only batter to have crossed the 15,000-run mark in ODI cricket. Kohli is next on the list and has the opportunity to join the Master Blaster during the three-match ODI series against England.
Considering his outstanding record in the 50-over format, Kohli has a strong chance of achieving the milestone in the ongoing series. If he scores the required 203 runs, he will become only the second batter in ODI history to reach the historic 15,000-run mark, adding another remarkable achievement to his legendary career.
1. Fastest to 15,000 ODI Runs
Virat Kohli has the opportunity to become the fastest batter in ODI history to reach 15,000 runs during the three-match series against England. The former India captain has 14,797 runs in 299 ODI innings and needs 203 more runs to achieve the historic milestone.
At present, Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for being the fastest to 15,000 ODI runs, reaching the landmark in 359 innings. Kohli can break that record if he scores the required 203 runs within his next three innings. He can achieve the feat in his 300th, 301st or 302nd ODI innings, making him the fastest batter to the milestone.
Kohli has been one of the greatest ODI batters in cricket history, scoring 54 centuries and 77 half-centuries at an outstanding average of 58.71. If he reaches 15,000 runs during the England series, he will not only join an elite club but also surpass Sachin Tendulkar's long-standing record to create another historic milestone.
Conclusion
With several major milestones within reach, Virat Kohli will once again be one of the biggest attractions in the India vs England ODI series. From becoming only the second batter to score 15,000 ODI runs to potentially breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record for the fastest to the landmark, the former India captain has a golden opportunity to add more historic achievements to his remarkable career.
Kohli's outstanding record against England and his impressive numbers in English conditions make him one of India's key players in the three-match series. The first ODI will be played on July 14 at Edgbaston, followed by the second and third ODIs on July 16 and July 19. Cricket fans will be eagerly watching to see if Kohli can create history once again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Virat Kohli needs 203 more runs to become only the second batter in ODI history to score 15,000 runs.
If Kohli reaches 15,000 ODI runs within his next three innings, he will become the fastest batter to the milestone, breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record of 359 innings.
The first ODI at Edgbaston will be Virat Kohli's 300th ODI appearance for India, making him the seventh Indian cricketer to reach the landmark.
Yes. Kohli has 1,397 runs against England and needs 150 more runs to surpass MS Dhoni's record of 1,546 runs.
Kohli can become the highest Indian run-scorer in ODIs in England. He currently has 1,349 runs and needs 80 more runs to overtake Rohit Sharma's tally of 1,428 runs.





