Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli has etched another significant record into his illustrious career, surpassing former skipper Sourav Ganguly in the list of most One Day International (ODI) appearances for India. This milestone was achieved on January 11, 2026, when Kohli took the field for his 309th ODI during the first match of the three-match series against New Zealand in Vadodara. Sourav Ganguly concluded his ODI career having played 308 matches for India (excluding three appearances for the Asia XI). With this achievement, Kohli now stands as the fifth most-capped player for India in the 50-over format. He is now only behind legendary cricketers Sachin Tendulkar (463 matches), MS Dhoni (347 matches), Rahul Dravid (340 matches), and Mohammad Azharuddin (334 matches). The Times of India's headline accurately captures this 'milestone' without exaggeration. The news has been widely corroborated by other credible sports news outlets such as NDTV Sports, ABP Live, and Times Now, all reporting the same details regarding the record and the date of achievement. This accomplishment underscores Kohli's sustained excellence, remarkable fitness, and enduring presence in international cricket, making it a highly relevant and important piece of news for the Indian audience. His continued focus on the 2027 ODI World Cup suggests he may climb further up this elite list.