Infographics: Virat Kohli and his love for landmarks

Kohli scripted history when he equalled legendary Sir Vivian Richards record of fastest 5000 runs from just 114 innings.

Virat Kohli has once again grabbed the headlines with his 24th One-Day International (ODI) ton against Australia in third encounter at Melbourne. During this knock he also became the fastest cricketer to have completed the 7000 runs landmark in ODI cricket. Though India lost the game but Kohli certainly made a name for himself and batted with unparalleled confidence. He has been a prolific run-scorer for India in the recent times, his sound technique and exquisite timing has made him one of the best in contemporary cricket.

The image below is a detailed description of how Kohli achieved each and every milestone in his ODI chronicle:

Right from his inception into the international side, Kohli gave an impression that he has the makings of a legend. He corroborated the belief when he became the fastest Indian cricketer to have achieved the 1000 runs milestone in ODI cricket. Since then, he was unstoppable and mastered his batting for every condition. In fact, he is also reckoned as the master of run chases for his ability to soak in the pressure and bail his team out of crisis. Also Read: Virat Kohli: A role model for upcoming cricketers around the world

Kohli scripted history when he equalled legendary Sir Vivian Richards record of fastest 5000 runs from just 114 innings. As the time passed by, he just kept getting better and with his 24th ton he is now the fastest cricketer to score 7000 runs which he did it in just 161 innings. He is also the fastest to have scored 24 centuries in ODIs. With years to come, he will only get better and script more records.