Kohli Eyes Top ODI Ranking, Challenges Rohit Sharma's Throne

• Virat Kohli is making a strong comeback in ODIs after a tough 2025, playing only this format.
• After a slow start post-IPL 2025, Kohli has scored two centuries and three half-centuries in his last five ODIs.
• His recent performance puts him in a strong position to overtake Rohit Sharma for the top spot in ICC ODI rankings.
• The last ICC ODI rankings (Dec 6, 2026) had Rohit Sharma at 781 ratings and Kohli at 773.
• India is set to play New Zealand in the second ODI in Rajkot, leading the series 1-0.

Why It Matters: Virat Kohli's stellar ODI form positions him to reclaim the top ICC ranking from Rohit Sharma.