Indian cricketers with the most ICC titles
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Rohit and Kohli: Indian Cricketers With The Most ICC Titles

Published on March 10, 2025
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India’s cricketing legacy reached new heights as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli surpassed MS Dhoni to become the Indian cricketers with the most ICC titles. With India’s thrilling victory over New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final, these two stalwarts now hold the record for the most ICC trophies by an Indian player.

Indian cricketers with the most ICC titles
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Most ICC Titles by Indian Cricketers

Winning ICC titles is no small feat, and Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have now carved their names among the greatest. Here’s how they stack up against other Indian cricketing legends:

  1. Rohit Sharma – 4 ICC Titles (2 T20 World Cups, 2 Champions Trophies)
  2. Virat Kohli – 4 ICC Titles (1 T20 World Cup, 1 ODI World Cup, 2 Champions Trophies)
  3. MS Dhoni – 3 ICC Titles (1 T20 World Cup, 1 ODI World Cup, 1 Champions Trophy)

With this achievement, Rohit and Virat now stand alone as the Indian cricketers with the most ICC titles, leaving behind even the legendary MS Dhoni.

How Rohit and Kohli Made History

The journey to their fourth ICC title was filled with exceptional performances and historic milestones:

  • Rohit Sharma’s Captaincy – Leading from the front, Rohit smashed 76 runs in the Champions Trophy final, guiding India to victory.
  • Virat Kohli’s Consistency – Kohli finished as India’s second-highest run-scorer in the tournament with 218 runs, including a century against Pakistan.
  • India’s Dominance – India remained unbeaten in the tournament, proving their supremacy on the global stage.

The Global Elite

Beyond India, only a few players in cricket history have achieved similar success. The most ICC titles won by a player are:

  1. Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 5 Titles (3 ODI World Cups, 2 Champions Trophies)
  2. Adam Gilchrist (Australia) – 4 Titles (3 ODI World Cups, 1 Champions Trophy)
  3. Steve Smith (Australia) – 4 Titles (2 ODI World Cups, 1 WTC, 1 T20 World Cup)
  4. Mitchell Starc (Australia) – 4 Titles (2 ODI World Cups, 1 WTC, 1 T20 World Cup)
  5. Rohit Sharma (India) – 4 Titles (2 T20 World Cups, 2 Champions Trophies)
  6. Virat Kohli (India) – 4 Titles (1 T20 World Cup, 1 ODI World Cup, 2 Champions Trophies)

Rohit Sharma’s Statement on Winning His Fourth ICC Title

After the victory, Rohit Sharma expressed his happiness, saying:

“Winning an ICC title is always special, and to do it back-to-back makes it even more memorable. Every player in this team contributed, and that’s what makes champions. We’ve worked hard for this moment, and it’s a great feeling to lead this team to glory.”

Key Stats from India’s ICC Title Triumph

  • India has won 23 of their last 24 matches in ICC tournaments.
  • India became the first team to win three Champions Trophy titles (2002, 2013, 2025).
  • Rohit Sharma is only the second Indian captain after MS Dhoni to win multiple ICC titles.
  • Virat Kohli won his fourth ICC title in just 12 years.

What’s Next for India’s ICC Title Holders?

With their latest triumph, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have set a benchmark for future generations. As India continues its quest for more ICC glory, these two legends will remain icons of resilience, consistency, and success.

For now, their record as the Indian cricketers with the most ICC titles stands tall, inspiring millions of fans and budding cricketers across the world.

Authored by, Amay Mathur | Senior Editor

Amay Mathur is a business news reporter at Chegg.com. He previously worked for PCMag, Business Insider, The Messenger, and ZDNET as a reporter and copyeditor. His areas of coverage encompass tech, business, strategy, finance, and even space. He is a Columbia University graduate.

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