Virat Kohli Turns 38: 'King Kohli' Receives Heartwarming Birthday Wishes As Cricket Fraternity And Fans Flood Social Media With Love

Indian cricket sensation Virat Kohli is currently enjoying his 38th birthday on November 5, 2026. The cricket world has rallied to celebrate the former captain with an outpouring of birthday wishes. Fans, former cricketers, and the cricket fraternity alike have flooded social media with their heartfelt messages for the star player.

Kohli's impressive record includes 80 ODI centuries, a plethora of international matches, runs, and centuries counted, and numerous ICC trophies such as the Men's ODI World Cup 2011, ICC Champions Trophy 2013, ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, and many more. Born on November 5, 1988, Kohli has solidified his status as one of the finest players the game has ever seen.

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri was among the first to extend his congratulations to Kohli on social media, sharing a warm and enthusiastic message. Shastri praised Kohli's performance in the most recent ODI against New Zealand, describing it as a "proper exhibition in the closing hours of Year 37" and wishing him continued success.

Kohli received early birthday wishes from fans during the match against New Zealand on Wednesday. As the Indian batter was fielding near the boundary, spectators began singing the "Happy Birthday" song. Kohli acknowledged the gesture with a wave, leaving the Auckland crowd cheering even louder.

The birthday celebrations took on added significance after Kohli delivered a match-winning performance, scoring 74 runs off just 51 deliveries against New Zealand. The right-handed batter achieved 13 boundaries and a six, leading India to a five-wicket victory in a rain-affected encounter. Kohli was met with a standing ovation from the Auckland crowd, making his birthday eve truly memorable.

As Kohli celebrates another milestone in his illustrious career, fans from across the globe continue to shower him with love and admiration. The birthday wishes and tributes serve to highlight not only the cricketer but also the passion, intensity, and consistency that have made Virat Kohli the undisputed "King" of cricket for millions of fans worldwide.