Virat Kohli is widely regarded as one of the greatest batters in ODI cricket, with an outstanding record in run chases and international tournaments. However, even the most consistent players experience difficult moments, and Kohli has also been dismissed without scoring on the first ball he faced on several occasions.
Kohli recorded his latest ODI golden duck against West Indies on October 3, 2026, in the third ODI at New Chandigarh. Fast bowler Jayden Seales dismissed him for zero, ending a gap of nearly seven years since his previous ODI golden duck.
What Is a Golden Duck in Cricket?
A golden duck occurs when a batter is dismissed for zero on the first legitimate delivery they face in an innings. An ordinary duck refers to any dismissal in which a batter scores no runs, regardless of how many deliveries they face.
Golden ducks are particularly notable because they end a batter’s innings before they have had an opportunity to settle at the crease.
Virat Kohli’s Four Golden Ducks in ODI Cricket
Kohli’s four reported ODI golden ducks have come against two international teams: West Indies and England.
No. | Date | Opposition | Venue | Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | June 11, 2011 | West Indies | North Sound, Antigua | Darren Sammy |
2 | January 27, 2013 | England | Dharamshala | Tim Bresnan |
3 | December 18, 2019 | West Indies | Visakhapatnam | Kieron Pollard |
4 | October 3, 2026 | West Indies | New Chandigarh | Jayden Seales |
These entries are based on published reports covering Kohli’s ODI golden ducks. The match-by-match details should be checked against official scorecards before publication.
1. West Indies vs India – June 11, 2011
Kohli recorded his first reported ODI golden duck against West Indies during India’s tour of the Caribbean in 2011. Darren Sammy was credited with the dismissal.
At that stage of his career, Kohli was establishing himself as a regular member of India’s ODI batting lineup. The dismissal became the first entry on a list that has remained relatively short throughout his international career.
2. India vs England – January 27, 2013
Kohli’s second reported ODI golden duck came against England in January 2013. Tim Bresnan was credited with the wicket during the match at Dharamshala.
The dismissal highlighted the unpredictable nature of ODI cricket, where even an established batter can lose a wicket early in an innings.
3. India vs West Indies – December 18, 2019
Kohli’s third reported ODI golden duck came against West Indies in Visakhapatnam in December 2019. Kieron Pollard was credited with the dismissal.
India went on to score 387/5 and won the match by 107 runs, with Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul making major contributions. Kohli’s early dismissal did not prevent India from producing a commanding batting performance.
4. India vs West Indies – October 3, 2026
Kohli recorded his fourth reported ODI golden duck in the third ODI against West Indies at New Chandigarh on October 3, 2026.
Jayden Seales dismissed Kohli for zero, ending his innings before he could open his account. The dismissal attracted attention because Kohli’s previous reported ODI golden duck had come in December 2019.
The gap between the two dismissals was nearly seven years, making the latest entry a notable addition to his ODI record.
Virat Kohli’s ODI Golden Duck Statistics
The following table summarises the reported figures.
Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
Reported ODI golden ducks | 4 |
Golden ducks against West Indies | 3 |
Golden ducks against England | 1 |
Latest reported golden duck | October 3, 2026 |
Latest bowler | Jayden Seales |
Previous reported golden duck | December 18, 2019 |
How Many Times Has Virat Kohli Scored a Duck in ODIs?
A golden duck is only one type of duck. Published reports have also placed Kohli’s overall ODI ducks at 19 as of October 2026, including dismissals for zero after facing more than one delivery.
Sachin Tendulkar finished his ODI career with 20 ducks, while former India fast bowler Javagal Srinath also recorded 19. These figures refer to all ducks, not just golden ducks.
The distinction is important when comparing players because a batter can be dismissed for zero without necessarily being dismissed on the first ball faced.
Conclusion
Virat Kohli’s reported four ODI golden ducks represent a small part of a career defined by consistency, centuries and match-winning performances. Three of the four listed dismissals have come against West Indies, with the latest attributed to Jayden Seales in October 2026.
Although golden ducks attract attention, they do not define a batter’s overall record. Kohli’s achievements in ODI cricket are better understood through his career runs, centuries, consistency and contributions to India’s performances.
