Virat Kohli needs 75 runs to surpass Ricky Ponting's ODI record against New Zealand
Kohli has scored 1,897 runs in 36 ODIs against the Black Caps
Kohli is also chasing Sachin Tendulkar's record for most ODI runs in New Zealand against the hosts
Virat Kohli Eyes Ricky Ponting's Long-Standing ODI Record Against New Zealand
Virat Kohli needs 75 runs to surpass Ricky Ponting as the highest run-scorer in ODIs against New Zealand, with Sachin Tendulkar's record also within reach
Summary
Virat Kohli is gearing up for another opportunity to add to his already extraordinary ODI legacy as India prepare to face New Zealand in the upcoming five-match series. With the 2027 ODI World Cup on the horizon, the experienced Indian batter will be keen to make every outing count.
However, this series also presents him with a significant individual milestone. Kohli is within touching distance of a long-standing record held by Australian great Ricky Ponting, giving his performances against the Black Caps another intriguing storyline.
Virat Kohli Chasing Ricky Ponting's ODI Record Against New Zealand
Kohli has accumulated 1,897 runs in 36 ODIs against New Zealand, putting him second on the all-time list of highest run-scorers against the Black Caps in the format. He needs just 75 more runs to overtake Ponting, who finished with 1,971 runs against New Zealand.
The former India captain has enjoyed remarkable consistency in this fixture, registering seven centuries and multiple half-centuries. His ability to deliver in high-pressure situations makes the upcoming series particularly interesting, especially with five matches potentially offering him the opportunity to climb to the summit.
Most Runs in ODIs Against New Zealand
| Player | Team | Runs |
| Ricky Ponting | Australia | 1,971 |
| Virat Kohli | India | 1,897 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | India | 1,750 |
| Kumar Sangakkara | Sri Lanka | 1,568 |
| Sanath Jayasuriya | Sri Lanka | 1,51 |
Kohli Also Has Sachin Tendulkar's New Zealand Record in Sight
Beyond Ponting's overall record, Kohli has another landmark to chase during the tour. He has scored 514 runs in 11 ODIs against New Zealand on their home soil, while Sachin Tendulkar remains India's leading run-getter in these conditions with 652 runs.
Most ODI runs for India against New Zealand (in New Zealand)
| PLAYER | TIME SPAN | MATCHES | INNINGS | RUNS | BEST SCORE | AVERAGE | STRIKE RATE | 100 | 50 | 0 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 1990-2009 | 18 | 18 | 652 | 163* | 38.35 | 98.19 | 1 | 4 | 3 |
| Virender Sehwag | 2002-2009 | 12 | 12 | 598 | 125* | 54.36 | 103.1 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Virat Kohli | 2014-2020 | 11 | 11 | 514 | 123 | 46.72 | 91.45 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| MS Dhoni | 2009-2019 | 13 | 11 | 505 | 84* | 72.14 | 96.92 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Rahul Dravid | 1999-2003 | 12 | 12 | 425 | 123* | 38.63 | 63.33 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Shikhar Dhawan | 2014-2022 | 12 | 12 | 372 | 75* | 33.81 | 77.01 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Rohit Sharma | 2009-2019 | 12 | 11 | 357 | 87 | 35.7 | 69.72 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Shreyas Iyer | 2020-2022 | 6 | 5 | 346 | 103 | 69.2 | 95.58 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Kohli will need 139 runs to surpass Tendulkar's tally, making this another milestone worth tracking throughout the series.
Also Check: Virat Kohli's ODI Record In New Zealand
The former India skipper also enters the contest after productive ODI performances, including a strong showing against West Indies. With his experience and proven record against New Zealand, Kohli will be one of India's biggest batting attractions.
The upcoming matches could offer a chance to witness another historic chapter in Kohli's career. Surpassing Ponting would place Kohli alone at the top of the ODI run-scoring charts against New Zealand, adding yet another remarkable achievement to his decorated career.
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