Virat Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket brings the curtains down on one of the most statistically dominant red-ball careers in Indian history. Among the many milestones he achieved, his seven double centuries stand out — the most by any Indian batter in Test history, surpassing greats like Sachin Tendulkar (6) and Virender Sehwag (6).
What made Kohli’s doubles even more special was not just the volume, but the consistency and the conditions in which he delivered them.
List of Virat Kohli’s Double Centuries in Test Cricket
| No. | Opponent | Score | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Indies | 200 | North Sound | 2016 |
| 2 | New Zealand | 211 | Indore | 2016 |
| 3 | England | 235 | Mumbai | 2016 |
| 4 | Bangladesh | 204 | Hyderabad | 2017 |
| 5 | Sri Lanka | 213 | Nagpur | 2017 |
| 6 | Sri Lanka | 243 | Delhi (Kotla) | 2017 |
| 7 | South Africa | 254* | Pune | 2019 |
Key Records Associated with Kohli’s Double Tons:
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Most double centuries by an Indian in Tests: 7
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Most double centuries as Indian captain: 7
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First Indian batter to score four double centuries in four consecutive series
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Surpassed legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and even Don Bradman (in terms of double hundreds in consecutive series)
Kohli’s peak years between 2016–2019 saw him convert starts into daddy hundreds, often grinding down opposition bowling attacks with patience and precision. His unbeaten 254 vs South Africa remains his highest Test score and came without a single six — a testament to his control and discipline.
Legacy
Virat Kohli’s ability to go big, bat long, and wear down bowling units was central to India’s Test dominance during his captaincy. His seven double tons are not just milestones — they are proof of a batter who evolved into a Test titan, hungry not just for hundreds, but for statement innings.
