Virat Kohli Reigns Supreme As Google's Most Searched Indian Cricketer In 25 Years
Virat Kohli was in phenomenal run in WC 2023 (x.com)
Over the course of Google's impressive 25-year journey, Virat Kohli has firmly secured his position as the most in-demand Indian cricket player, whether in the midst of a match or away from the field. This remarkable milestone has now bestowed upon him the esteemed designation of the "Most Searched Indian Cricketer."
In achieving this feat, Kohli has outshone cricketing legends such as Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara, underscoring his unmatched appeal and the incredible records he has set throughout his illustrious career.
In a recent unveiling, Google treated users to a video spotlighting the most searched moments of all time in its annual roundup. The revelation that Virat Kohli holds the distinction of being the 'Most Searched Cricketer of All Time' sent shockwaves through the cricketing community, underscoring the unparalleled popularity and curiosity surrounding his name.
Shubman Gill, Rachin Ravindra: Flag-bearer of the new era
Meanwhile, 2023 has ushered in a wave of recognition for young talents, with Shubman Gill and Rachin Ravindra emerging as the top-trending cricketers, both locally and globally. Google's Year in Search 2023 blog post highlighted these rising stars, signalling a shift towards a new era in cricket.
"Shubman Gill and Rachin Ravindra emerged as the top-trending cricketers locally and globally," stated Google's blog post.
The list of top-trending searches in 2023 for players included the names of Shubman Gill, Rachin Ravindra, Mohammed Shami, Glenn Maxwell, Suryakumar Yadav, and Travis Head.
Furthermore, Team India secured the coveted title of the 'Top-Trending Cricket Team Worldwide,' standing alone as the only cricket team featured in the global sports teams list. The surge in searches related to the World Cup 2023 and the India vs Australia finals indicates an unparalleled level of interest among cricket enthusiasts.
In the spotlight of sports searches for 2023, cricket emerged as the dominant force with the top four trending events revolving around the Indian Premier League (IPL), Cricket World Cup, Asia Cup, and Women's Premier League.
While Virat Kohli clinched the coveted title of the 'Most Searched Cricketer,' it was Cristiano Ronaldo, the iconic footballer renowned for his stints with Real Madrid and Manchester United, who claimed the ultimate pinnacle as the 'Most Searched Athlete.' Despite Kohli's remarkable journey in cricket, Ronaldo's widespread global appeal and his achievements with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr propelled him to the forefront of online searches.
In the realm of sports, football retained its position as the 'Most Searched Sport but Virat Kohli's recognition as the 'most searched cricketer' on Google is not just a personal milestone but a reflection of the sport's enduring allure.
 "Sumit Gupta")
