Virat Kohli: India’s Highest Catch-Taker in ODIs

In a remarkable feat, Virat Kohli has become India’s highest catch-taker in One Day Internationals (ODIs), surpassing the legendary Mohammad Azharuddin. Kohli’s exceptional fielding skills have been a significant asset to the Indian cricket team, and his recent achievement has further cemented his legacy as one of the greatest cricketers of all time.

Kohli’s Record-Breaking Achievement

During the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Pakistan, Kohli took his 158th catch in ODIs, breaking Azharuddin’s long-standing record of 156 catches. This milestone was achieved in Kohli’s 299th ODI match, showcasing his consistency and dedication to the game.

Top 10 Indian Catchers in ODIs

Here is a list of the top 10 Indian catchers in ODIs:

1. Virat Kohli – 158 catches
2. Mohammad Azharuddin – 156 catches
3. Sachin Tendulkar – 140 catches
4. Rahul Dravid – 124 catches
5. Suresh Raina – 102 catches
6. Rohit Sharma – 96 catches
7. Yuvraj Singh – 94 catches
8. Kapil Dev – 88 catches
9. Ravindra Jadeja – 85 catches
10. MS Dhoni – 82 catches.

Top 10 Catchers in the World

Here is a list of the top 10 catchers in the world across all formats (Tests, ODIs, and T20Is):

1. Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) – 440 catches
2. Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 364 catches
3. Ross Taylor (New Zealand) – 351 catches
4. Jacques Kallis (South Africa) – 338 catches
5. Rahul Dravid (India) – 334 catches
6. Steve Smith (Australia) – 330 catches
7. Virat Kohli (India) – 329 catches
8. Joe Root (England) – 310 catches
9. Stephen Fleming (New Zealand) – 306 catches
10. Graeme Smith (South Africa) – 292 catches