Virat Kohli has once again ascended to the top of the ICC Men's ODI Batting Rankings, marking the 11th time in his career that he has held the coveted No. 1 position. This achievement also sets a new record for the most days spent at No. 1 by an Indian batter.

Kohli's return to the summit comes after impressive performances, including a score of 93 against New Zealand in Vadodara. His consistent form also includes a series of scores of 135, 102, and 65 not out in a home series against South Africa in November-December, along with a fluent 74 not out against Australia in Sydney in October. This consistent run of form has propelled him past his compatriot, Rohit Sharma, who previously held the top spot.

Kohli first reached the No. 1 ODI ranking in October 2013. As of today, he has now spent a total of 825 days at the top of the ODI rankings. He had a four-year reign at the summit of ODI rankings from 2017 to 2020. He last held the position in April 2021. His recent performance against the Kiwis has helped him reclaim the top spot for the first time in nearly five years.

The updated ICC rankings reflect Kohli's dominance in the ODI format, where he has consistently delivered match-winning performances. His ability to score big runs and maintain a high level of consistency has made him a force to be reckoned with in the world of cricket..