Cricket players wear jersey numbers to identify themselves on the field and each number represents something special to them; one such significance and meaning for Virat Kohli of Team India being that 18 has an especially powerful symbolic meaning for him.
Since his under-19 days and in international cricket, Virat Kohli has worn jersey number 18 with great emotional significance – his father passed away on December 18th 2006 and it allows him to feel close to him through wearing this number.
Other iconic Indian players also have strong associations between their jersey numbers and their personal stories. Rohit Sharma chose his number 45 on advice from his mother; this choice symbolizes his dedication and drive toward reaching his goals. Ishant Sharma chose 24 to show his devotion to Indian cricket.
Team India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja wears jersey number 8 in recognition of his balanced batting and bowling performances and dynamic contributions to his team. It also symbolizes Ravindra Jadeja’s commitment and contributions as an all-rounder.
Mohammad Shami’s jersey number 75 may not have any special significance to it, but it aptly represents his aggressive style of bowling. Fast bowlers frequently employ this number to indicate their ability to deliver fast deliveries.
Shreyas Iyer’s jersey number 41 may not have any direct relationship to any particular event or superstition, yet has become an important symbol of his identity on the field. Over time, his performances have given this number meaning and now fans associate it with his resilience and consistency.
Virender Sehwag’s jersey number 44 wasn’t initially his choice; rather it was suggested to him by an astrologer as being key for success. Since then he has worn it and found great fortune through it during his career.
Lockie Ferguson of New Zealand is another cricketer whose jersey number has special meaning. At first he wanted to wear number 69 for Auckland Aces; however, due to concerns regarding confusion with New Zealand captain Kane Williamson’s number. Instead he chose number 87 which has special significance within New Zealand and coincides with him taking an unprecedented 84 wickets during IPL competition!
