During the 2023 World Test Championship (WTC) Final, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma etched their names in the annals of cricket history. They surpassed the record set by MS Dhoni and moved closer to Yuvraj Singh’s remarkable feat. The highly anticipated final between India and Australia took place at the Kia Oval Stadium in London, with India winning the toss and electing to bowl first in pursuit of their maiden title.
The inclusion of Kohli and Sharma in the playing XI marked a momentous milestone. They now jointly hold the second position for the most appearances in ICC Finals for the Indian team. This marked their sixth appearance together in an ICC tournament final, trailing only Yuvraj Singh, who boasts seven ICC finals to his credit.
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Rohit Sharma has showcased his talent in the finals of the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2013 Champions Trophy, 2014 T20 World Cup, 2017 Champions Trophy, 2021 World Test Championship, and the ongoing 2023 World Test Championship. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli has displayed his skills in the finals of the 2011 World Cup, 2013 Champions Trophy, 2014 T20 World Cup, 2017 Champions Trophy, 2021 World Test Championship, and the ongoing 2023 World Test Championship.
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Yuvraj Singh, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli each have two ICC final victories to their names. Yuvraj’s list of accolades includes the memorable 2002 Champions Trophy final, which ended in a tie. On the other hand, MS Dhoni, with five appearances in ICC Finals, secured victory in the first three and faced defeat in the subsequent two.
If India reaches the final of the 2023 World Cup with both Sharma and Kohli in the squad, they will have the opportunity to equal Yuvraj’s remarkable record. Furthermore, all three players have also featured in U-19 World Cup finals, showcasing their talent from an early stage in their careers.