Who is the New God of Cricket in All Formats? Is Virat Kohli the Next Legend

Cricket is the third most popular sport in the world and the most popular ball game in the world. Throughout the cricket world, there are several legendary players whose names have been etched in the history of cricket. To be considered as the "God of Cricket" is to have a huge status and influence in the sport. Sachin Tendulkar has always held the title, but with his retirement, a question arises: who is the new God of Cricket in all its forms? Some think Virat Kohli or most of the people believe that the god of this cricket era is Rohit Sharma This article delves into the players competing for this title, analyzing their achievements and records. And explore what it means to be recognized as the 'new god of cricket' and why only a handful of players have earned this accolade.
What Does it Mean to Be the New God of Cricket?
"God Of Cricket" is not an official title, but it holds huge cultural relevance in the world of cricket. It suggests that a player is simultaneously exceptional at every format Test, ODI, and T20I a pig. The New God of Cricket is supposed to hold relatively impressive stats, win a few deciding tournaments, and win respect around the cricketing community.
Currently, It is Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Babar Azam, and Joe Root who are most likely to continue this legacy for folks, writing their own chapters in cricketing history.
The Legend of Sachin Tendulkar: The First God of Cricket
Sachin Tendulkar is the God of Cricket because of his exceptional contribution in game. Tendulkar set many more records in a 24 year career that will be hard for any other player to match. With 15,921 runs in Tests and 18,426 ODIs he became the all-time record holder, scoring 100 international centuries and more.
His legendary career is not limited to a specific moment but his consistency and brilliance in all the formats of his game is what makes him great.
His influence on the sport was greater than what you see in his stats. His professionalism, dedication to fitness, and ultimately his presence on and off the field have massively inspired a generation of players like Virat Kohli, Joe Root, and Rohit Sharma among others. Long synonymous with the “God of Cricket”, Tendulkar's retirement in 2013 now leaves the door open for someone else to claim their title as the legend of the new era.
Career Batting Stats:
Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
Test | 200 | 329 | 15921 | 248 | 53.8 | 51 | 68 | 2058 | 59 |
ODI | 463 | 452 | 18426 | 200 | 44.8 | 49 | 96 | 2016 | 195 |
T20I | 1 | 1 | 10 | 10 | 10.0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
IPL | 78 | 78 | 2334 | 100 | 34.8 | 1 | 13 | 295 | 29 |
Who is the New God of Cricket in All Formats?
1. Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli is arguably the number one contender for the title of "New God of Cricket". When he made his debut in 2008 Kohli has been the top run scorer of one of the 3 international formats. With more than 70 international centuries (27 Test Matches, 46 ODIs) and more than 70 and a half centuries, his statistics prove his dominance in all its forms.
Virat Kohli adapts perfectly to all kinds of playing surfaces and his technique is exemplary. Whether it's in Test Match cricket or in limited rounds of cricket, his attacking style has helped India to numerous victories and accolades, which sets him apart. His leadership, especially in ODI and T20I, has put India at the forefront of international cricket.
Career Batting Stats:
Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
Test | 123 | 210 | 9230 | 254 | 46.9 | 30 | 21 | 1027 | 30 |
ODI | 295 | 283 | 13906 | 183 | 58.2 | 50 | 72 | 1302 | 151 |
T20I | 125 | 117 | 4188 | 122 | 48.7 | 1 | 38 | 369 | 124 |
IPL | 252 | 244 | 8004 | 113 | 38.7 | 8 | 55 | 705 | 272 |
2. Rohit Sharma
Another strong contender for the "New God of Cricket" is Rohit Sharma. Known for his elegant stroke play, Rohit has redefined the limits of batting in limited-overs cricket. The only one to have hit 3 double hundreds in ODI, he is, also holds the record of scoring the most individual runs in ODIs with 264 runs.
Rohit is the most consistent batsman in the shorter forms, but in the lengths of Test Match, he has also excelled with a top score of 212 in the format. His IPL leadership, coupled with his emerging as the T20I captain of India make him "New God" in your eyes.
Career Batting Stats:
Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
Test | 67 | 116 | 4301 | 212 | 40.6 | 12 | 18 | 473 | 88 |
ODI | 265 | 257 | 10866 | 264 | 49.2 | 31 | 57 | 1012 | 331 |
T20I | 159 | 151 | 4231 | 121 | 32.0 | 5 | 32 | 383 | 205 |
IPL | 257 | 252 | 6628 | 109 | 29.7 | 2 | 43 | 599 | 280 |
3. Babar Azam
Pakistan captain Babar Azam is the pride of their country's cricket scene and one of the most consistent players in the world cricket. His elegant touch at the crease and capacity to bat for a long helped him become one of the most dependable international batsmen. With over 5,000 runs in ODIs and impressive performances in T20Is and Tests, Babar is unquestionably a player worthy to be named modern-day great.
His calm demeanor and tactical astuteness make him a promising future leader, and as he continues to shine on the international stage, Babar Azam’s credentials as the "New God" are quickly gaining momentum.
Career Batting Stats:
Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
Test | 58 | 106 | 4203 | 196 | 43.3 | 9 | 29 | 492 | 23 |
ODI | 123 | 120 | 5957 | 158 | 56.7 | 19 | 34 | 545 | 61 |
T20I | 128 | 121 | 4223 | 122 | 39.8 | 3 | 36 | 447 | 73 |
4. Joe Root
Joe Root has been the rock at English cricket, especially in subcontinent tours, and established himself as one of the best cricketers in the world. And his merit in the emergence of England in all formats cannot be undermined.
Career Batting Stats:
Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
Test | 152 | 278 | 12972 | 262 | 50.9 | 36 | 65 | 1394 | 45 |
ODI | 171 | 160 | 6522 | 133 | 47.6 | 16 | 39 | 520 | 49 |
T20I | 32 | 30 | 893 | 90 | 35.7 | 0 | 5 | 92 | 16 |
IPL | 3 | 1 | 10 | 10 | 10.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Comprehensive analysis
Virat Kohli is at the top of the list for his record and contribution in all cricket formats and when comparing all the stats, he seems to be the best fit to become the “new god of cricket in all formats”. Rohit Sharma, Babar Azam and even Joe Root keep playing unbelievably, the battle for the title is giving us some excellent cricket.
Conclusion
A title reserved for cricketers who rule in individual formats as the new "god of cricket" but also help their team win — titles in all formats. Sachin will always carry the torch and there will be no contest on who is the god in Ganesha form for future generation generations all right, but who is gonna light up that new God mantle in cricket remains to be seen.
FAQs
What is the new God of Cricket?
A "New God of Cricket" is one who rules in all formats; Test, ODI, and T20I across all eras with consistent form in the present.
Who is the No 2 God of Cricket?
Rohit Sharma is often considered the No. 2 contender due to his exceptional performances in ODIs and T20Is.
Who is the god of T20 cricket?
Rohit Sharma is widely regarded as the "God of T20 Cricket" due to his record-breaking performances in the format.
Who is the god of IPL cricket?
Virat Kohli is considered the "God of IPL" for his leadership skills and outstanding scoring record.
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