In the vast realm of cricket records, Virat Kohli's legacy continues to expand with astonishing feats that set him apart from his peers. While his batting prowess has been widely celebrated, there's a lesser-known fact that places him in an exclusive league even among bowlers.
A testament to his versatility, Kohli holds a bowling record that none of his esteemed bowling teammates - Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, or Mohammed Siraj - can claim. The record in question is his remarkable feat of taking a wicket off the zeroth (0th) ball in international cricket, a distinction that remains unparalleled.
Delving into the annals of cricket history, we find the year 2011 etched with a memorable instance during a T20I clash against England. In a surprising turn of events, Kohli donned the bowler's hat and, defying convention, clinched a wicket off a wide ball.
The victim of his strategic move was Kevin Pietersen, who was expertly stumped by the ever-alert MS Dhoni. What makes this achievement truly extraordinary is that while the wicket gloriously illuminated Kohli's record, the ball itself remained uncounted. A symbol of his uncanny ability to rewrite cricketing norms, this singular event is a testament to Kohli's innovative approach to the game.
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