Indian cricket fraternity extends wishes to King Kohli on his 38th birthday

The Indian cricketing fraternity took to social media, extending birthday wishes to batting icon Virat Kohli on his 38th birthday. 

Virat turned 38 on Thursday, celebrating his birthday in style with a 51-ball 74 in a chase of 143 in the rain-curtailed first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland on Wednesday. Virat, 38, also enters the 19th year of his illustrious international cricket career, which has witnessed highs, lows, records, milestones and plot twists befitting a movie. 

Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan posted on X, hailing his long-time teammate's "passion, hunger and love for the game". "Happy Birthday, @imVkohli! Your passion, hunger and love for the game continue to inspire millions. Have a fantastic year



ahead, bro!," posted Dhawan.

Former Indian middle-order batter Suresh Raina posted a heartwarming note for Virat, saying that for him, watching him bat is "pure joy" and "from breathtaking cover drives to unforgettable run chases, he has given cricket fans countless memories and emotions.

""Happy Birthday, King Kohli! From breathtaking cover drives to unforgettable run chases, you’ve given cricket fans countless memories and emotions. 

Your passion, fighting spirit and hunger to win make you truly special. For me, watching you bat is pure joy. Keep inspiring, keep conquering and keep making India proud!   Once a King, Always a King!   @imVkohli #HappyBirthdayVirat #KingKohli," posted Raina.