New Delhi, Nov. 5 -- The Indian cricketing fraternity took to social media, extending birthday wishes to batting icon Virat Kohli on his 38th birthday.

Virat turned 38 on Thursday, celebrating his birthday in style with a 51-ball 74 in a chase of 143 in the rain-curtailed first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland on Wednesday. Virat, 38, also enters the 19th year of his illustrious international cricket career, which has witnessed highs, lows, records, milestones and plot twists befitting a movie.

Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan posted on X, hailing his long-time teammate's "passion, hunger and love for the game".

"Happy Birthday, @imVkohli! Your passion, hunger and love for the game continue to inspire millions. Have a fantastic y...