Former Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli shares a deep bond with his jersey number, 18, which he has worn since his time with India’s Under-19 cricket team and continues to wear in his ODI, T20, and Test jerseys.
Kohli did not originally choose the number 18, but over time, it became a significant symbol in his life.
The number holds special emotional meaning for him, as it represents the turning point of his success.
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Additionally, it marks the tragic passing of his father, Prem Kohli, who died of a heart attack on December 18, 2006.
At the time of his father’s death, Kohli was playing a match against Karnataka at the Arun Jaitley Stadium (previously known as Feroz Shah Kotla).
Despite the heavy sorrow, Kohli chose to play the following day, indicating huge strength during a very difficult period.
The number 18 has become a key part of various aspects of Kohli’s life, beyond cricket. He incorporated it into his business ventures, including his restaurant, and even has special number plates made for his cars.
An interesting fact is that Virat Kohli made his international cricket debut on August 18, 2008.
