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Virat Kohli is known for his aggressive attitude and sensational batting style in international cricket. He worked diligently and proved himself with his bat to gain supporters in his career. The veteran is currently the third-most successful batter in One-Day Internationals (ODI), following his compatriot Sachin Tendulkar and Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara. Back in 2008, when he broke into international cricket, expectations were high from him as he guided India to the U-19 World Cup 2008 triumph with his captaincy.
During his initial days in international cricket, he attracted attention for his batting and leadership skills but besides that, his looks were also the talking point. His demeanour also got him commercials in those years. Taking the discussion ahead on his styling sense, let’s talk about his five best hairstyles.
5 Best hairstyles of Virat Kohli
5. Short spikes
In 2008, when Kohli made his international debut, he used to don short spikes with equal hair length on the sides. In the 2000s, the hairstyle was in trend among the youngsters and Kohli also adopted it. The look suited his personality and fierce playing style in the limited-over formats of the game.
4. Natural-textured hairstyle
In 2012, Kohli looked stellar with his bat in ODIs. In the Commonwealth Bank ODI series in Australia and Asia Cup 2012, he displayed his batting mettle which built his follower base. The same year, he also changed his look by sporting the natural-textured hairstyle accompanied by a beard. In the T20 World Cup 2012, played in Sri Lanka, his new look received a lot of attention.
3. Undercut
In 2017, Kohli became the skipper of Team India in all formats of the game. Apart from captaincy, he also was in the news for changing his hairstyle. He switched to a decent and conventional undercut hairstyle with an orderly beard.
2. Mid-fade cut
In 2018, Kohli relinquished the undercut to get a new hairstyle. He went to renowned hairstylist Aalim Hakim and the prominent figure gave the star cricketer a mid-fade cut, which he donned for a year.
1. Pompadour undercut
In 2020, Kohli became the ruler of several hearts after getting a new hairstyle. He wore the pompadour hairstyle. It has been one of the best hairstyles since he started being in the limelight due to his career. With ample hair on top supported by shaved sides and stylish beard, he graced his charming personality.
