{"id":461,"date":"2025-07-24T16:32:17","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T15:32:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/?p=461"},"modified":"2025-07-24T16:32:17","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T15:32:17","slug":"virat-kohlis-next-odi-series-bangladesh-or-australia-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/24\/virat-kohlis-next-odi-series-bangladesh-or-australia-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Virat Kohli&#8217;s Next ODI Series: Bangladesh or Australia Tour?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Virat Kohli, one of cricket\u2019s greatest batsmen, is gearing up for his next international outing in the One Day International (ODI) format, with his sights set on leading India toward the 2027 World Cup. Having retired from Test and T20I cricket, Kohli\u2019s focus remains firmly on ODIs, where his prolific run-scoring and unmatched consistency continue to captivate fans worldwide. The question on everyone\u2019s mind is: when and where will we see him in action next? India\u2019s upcoming cricket schedule points to two potential ODI series\u2014against Bangladesh or Australia. Let\u2019s dive into his next potential outings and reflect on his remarkable ODI career, including his run tally, match count, and century haul.<img data-dominant-color=\"807076\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #807076;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-462 size-full not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/download-2.avif\" alt=\"Virat \" width=\"599\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/download-2.avif 599w, https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/download-2-300x200.avif 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Bangladesh Tour: August 2025<\/h2>\n<p>India is scheduled to tour Bangladesh for a three-match ODI series, with games set for <strong>August 17, 20, and 23, 2025<\/strong>, in Mirpur and Chattogram. This series would mark Kohli\u2019s return to international cricket following the IPL 2025 season, which concludes on May 25, 2025. Kohli, a linchpin in India\u2019s ODI setup, is expected to play a pivotal role in these matches, bringing his trademark intensity and run-scoring ability to the crease. His ability to tackle spin-friendly conditions in Bangladesh, where he has historically performed well, makes this series a potential run-fest for the maestro.<\/p>\n<p>However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is still awaiting government clearance for the tour due to logistical or diplomatic considerations. If the series proceeds, fans can expect Kohli to add to his already staggering ODI run tally and possibly inch closer to more milestones.<\/p>\n<h2>Australia Tour: October 2025<\/h2>\n<p>If the Bangladesh tour is postponed or canceled, Kohli\u2019s next confirmed ODI series will be against Australia, starting <strong>October 19, 2025<\/strong>. This high-stakes tour includes matches in Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney, pitting India against one of their fiercest rivals on their home turf. Australia\u2019s pace-friendly pitches and passionate crowds will test Kohli\u2019s mettle, but his exceptional record Down Under\u2014where he has consistently delivered in high-pressure situations\u2014makes this series a mouthwatering prospect. Kohli\u2019s knack for big runs in Australia could see him add significantly to his career statistics.<\/p>\n<h2>Kohli\u2019s ODI Career: Runs, Matches, and Centuries<\/h2>\n<p>Virat Kohli\u2019s ODI career is a testament to his greatness. As of July 2025, he has played <strong>295 ODI matches<\/strong>, scoring <strong>13,906 runs<\/strong> at an average of over 58, making him one of the most prolific batsmen in the format\u2019s history. His run tally places him among the all-time greats, with only Sachin Tendulkar ahead of him in total ODI runs. Kohli\u2019s consistency is remarkable, with <strong>50 centuries<\/strong>\u2014a record second only to Tendulkar\u2019s 49 in ODIs\u2014and <strong>72 half-centuries<\/strong>, showcasing his ability to convert starts into big scores.<\/p>\n<p>His centuries have come across the globe, with memorable knocks against every major cricketing nation. Notably, Kohli has scored <strong>8 centuries against Australia<\/strong>, including a match-defining 123 off 95 balls in Ranchi in 2019, and <strong>4 centuries against Bangladesh<\/strong>, with a standout 136 in Fatullah in 2014. These numbers highlight his dominance in conditions he\u2019s likely to face in the upcoming series. His ability to chase runs is unparalleled, with 27 of his 50 centuries coming in successful run-chases, earning him the moniker \u201cChase Master.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What\u2019s at Stake?<\/h2>\n<p>Kohli\u2019s ODI career is now laser-focused on cementing his legacy and guiding India toward another World Cup title in 2027. Whether it\u2019s the spin-friendly tracks of Bangladesh, where he could add to his century count, or the bouncy pitches of Australia, where his hunger for runs shines, his next ODI series will be a chance to further his monumental record. With every match, he edges closer to breaking more records, including potentially surpassing Tendulkar\u2019s ODI run tally in the coming years.<\/p>\n<p>For the latest updates on Kohli\u2019s schedule, his run-scoring exploits, and India\u2019s tour plans, keep an eye on official sources like the BCCI website .<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Virat Kohli, one of cricket\u2019s greatest batsmen, is gearing up for his next international outing in the One Day International (ODI) format, with his sights set on leading India toward&hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":462,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-461","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/download-2.avif","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/461","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=461"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/461\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":464,"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/461\/revisions\/464"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/462"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=461"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=461"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/breakingglobe.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=461"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}