- Virat Kohli becomes the most searched Asian celebrity on Wikipedia in 2023, surpassing Shahrukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra.
- Kohli’s search count reaches an impressive 10.7 million, showcasing his widespread popularity.
- Google’s 25-year-old review further highlights Kohli as the most searched cricketer globally
In a testament to his widespread popularity, Virat Kohli has emerged as the most searched Asian celebrity on Wikipedia in 2023. This accolade is particularly notable as he surpasses the likes of Bollywood icon Shahrukh Khan and globally acclaimed actress Priyanka Chopra, both immensely popular figures. Kohli’s search count reached an impressive 10.7 million in 2023, eclipsing Shahrukh Khan’s 7.7 million and Priyanka Chopra’s 6.5 million.
Virat Kohli – Most searched Asian on Wikipedia in 2023 and most searched cricketer in 25 years
Kohli’s magnetic charisma and massive fan following contribute to his consistent position in the limelight. A few weeks back, Google’s 25-year-old history also underscored Kohli’s popularity, ranking him as the most searched cricketer globally, while footballer Cristiano Ronaldo claimed the title of the most searched athlete.
The year 2023 saw Kohli make headlines not only for his on-field exploits but also for significant decisions in his career. Having retired from captaincy across all formats, Kohli’s decision came amid reported tensions with Sourav Ganguly, the then BCCI president. His departure included stepping down as Test captain in January 2022, and earlier, he had announced his withdrawal from T20I captaincy after the World Cup in 2021.
While Kohli expressed his desire to continue as the ODI skipper, the BCCI had different plans, appointing Rohit Sharma as the captain. Interestingly, Rohit and some senior cricketers have been absent from T20I matches, leading to Suryakumar Yadav taking charge in Rohit’s absence. Kohli’s journey continues to captivate fans and remains a compelling narrative in the world of cricket.
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