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Watch: Virat Kohli’s Explosive Entry in Vadodara Before NZ Series: On January 7, 2026, the scene at Vadodara Airport was extraordinary as Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli arrived for the ODI series against New Zealand. The massive crowd of fans and their overwhelming enthusiasm created a chaotic atmosphere at the airport.
Chants of 'Kohli-Kohli' at the airport and tight security arrangements
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Virat Kohli, 37, who had returned after celebrating the New Year in Dubai, arrived in Vadodara today, January 7. As soon as he stepped out of the terminal, he was surrounded by thousands of fans. Everyone seemed desperate to catch a glimpse of their favorite cricketer and take a selfie.
Watch: Virat Kohli’s Explosive Welcome at Vadodara Airport
Virat Kohli in superb form
Virat Kohli is currently in tremendous form. Recently, playing for Delhi in domestic cricket, he played brilliant innings of 131 and 77 runs in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (2025-26).
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Earlier, in the ODI series against South Africa, Kohli scored 302 runs in 3 matches (2 centuries and 1 half-century), for which he was chosen 'Player of the Series'.
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Virat Kohli's performance against New Zealand
Virat's record against the Kiwi team has been outstanding.
| Matches | 33 |
| Total Runs | 1,657 |
| Average | 55.23 |
| Strike Rate | 95.50 |
| Centuries / Half-centuries | 6 centuries | 9 half-centuries |
Series Schedule
- First ODI: January 11 (BCCA Stadium, Kotambi - Vadodara)
- Second ODI: January 14 (Rajkot)
- Third ODI: January 18 (Indore)
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