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Virat Kohli continues to rewrite history, but this time, it’s not with the bat. On Tuesday, March 4, during the semi-final clash between India and Australia in the Champions Trophy 2025, Kohli achieved a major fielding milestone at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
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Kohli Goes Past Dravid’s Record for Most Catches by an Indian Outfielder
During Australia’s first innings, Kohli took a simple catch at cover to dismiss Josh Inglis off Ravindra Jadeja’s bowling in the 27th over. While the dismissal seemed routine, it was a historic moment for Kohli as he surpassed former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid’s record of 334 catches—the most by an Indian outfielder in international cricket across formats.
This feat came in Kohli’s 549th international match, further solidifying his legacy as one of India’s greatest fielders.
Kohli Overtakes Ricky Ponting in ODIs
The catch also propelled Kohli past Australian legend Ricky Ponting (160 catches) to become the second-most successful fielder in ODI history. Kohli now stands only behind Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardene, who holds the record for most ODI catches (218).
Most Catches by an Outfielder in ODIs:
- Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) – 218
- Virat Kohli (India) – 161 (as of this match)*
- Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 160
Kohli’s sharp reflexes, anticipation, and fitness have always made him a top-class fielder, and this latest achievement adds another chapter to his incredible cricketing journey.
India vs Australia Semi-Final: Key Moments
India’s dominant bowling attack has kept Australia under pressure, with Jadeja, Bumrah, and Siraj making early inroads. Kohli’s milestone catch further boosted India’s momentum as they looked to book their place in the Champions Trophy 2025 final.
With Kohli continuing to break records and lead India’s charge in crucial matches, Indian fans will be hoping for yet another match-winning performance from their modern-day great.
