The ICC revealed the winners of the ICC Awards 2023 across various categories. The comprehensive list includes the names of individual awardees and the selected teams for all formats. These ICC Awards for 2023 were disclosed on Thursday, January 25th. Virat Kohli secured the title of ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year for 2023.
The year 2023 proved to be phenomenal for King Virat Kohli, as he played a crucial role in India’s journey during the 2023 World Cup. Alongside skipper Rohit Sharma, he contributed significantly to India’s advancement to the World Cup final. Unfortunately, India faced defeat against Australia in the Finals.
Virat Kohli’s Performance in 2023
The year 2023 proved to be a memorable one for Virat Kohli as he regained his top form, showcasing outstanding performances across all formats. Particularly in ODIs, he secured the second-highest run total, trailing behind India’s young talent, Shubman Gill. Shubman Gill accumulated 1584 runs, featuring 5 centuries and 9 fifties. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli secured the second position with 1377 runs in 27 matches, including 6 centuries and 8 fifties. His impressive innings were characterized by a staggering average of 72.47 and a strike rate of 99.13.
| Matches | Runs | Centuries | Fifties | Average | Strike Rate |
| 27 | 1377 | 6 | 8 | 72.47 | 99.13 |
Virat Kohli’s performance in World Cup 2023
Virat Kohli shattered numerous records during the ICC World Cup 2023. He amassed an impressive total of 765 runs in 11 matches, boasting an average of 95.62 and a strike rate of 90.31. He scored six fifties and three centuries. Notably, Kohli surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most runs in a single edition of the World Cup. Tendulkar had previously held the record with 673 runs in the 2003 World Cup. After a 20-year gap, Virat Kohli reclaimed the record for the most runs in a single edition of the World Cup.
Additionally, Kohli set another milestone by surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most centuries in ODIs during the 2023 World Cup. Kohli achieved his 50th century, surpassing Tendulkar’s previous record of 49 centuries. This historic feat occurred during the semi-finals against New Zealand in the World Cup 2023. The moment holds great significance for both fans and Virat Kohli, marking a memorable chapter in his illustrious career.
| Matches | Runs | Fifties | Centuries | Average | Strike Rate |
| 11 | 765 | 6 | 3 | 95.62 | 90.31 |
Despite a great effort, India lost the finals against Australia. Virat Kohli scored 54 off 63 balls in challenging conditions. Unfortunately, all his and the Indian team’s efforts went in vain. For more than a decade, India hasn’t won any ICC trophies. Indians are hopeful to break this streak in the upcoming T20 World Cup later this year.
Virat Kohli’s ICC awards:
Virat Kohli has earned numerous accolades in his illustrious career, and he has now secured the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year for the fourth time. Previously, he claimed the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year in 2012, 2017, and 2018. In addition, he was honoured with the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year in 2018 and received the prestigious ICC Men’s Cricketer Of The Year award twice, in 2017 and 2018. In total, Virat Kohli has won seven individual ICC awards throughout his career.
In addition to Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Suryakumar Yadav also secured ICC Awards in 2023. Suryakumar Yadav was honoured with the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year, while Ravindra Jadeja received the ICC Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year. Suryakumar is exceptional in the T20 format, and Ravindra Jadeja has showcased consistent performances across all forms of cricket for an extended period.