This price tag is a testament to Kohli's immense popularity in Australia, which has reached new heights ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.

Virat Kohli's global star power is almost always on display whenever India play a big Test series away from home, with the 35-year-old's face adorning promotional banners of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia despite no longer being captain of the team.

Virat Kohli is on his fifth tour to Australia and is looking to storm among runs after having a poor year in Test cricket. Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson advises Australia to not fall into confrontations with Kohli during the Border-Gavaskar series.

Virat Kohli and Australia? It’s like a love story that’s been growing stronger over the years. Ever since Kohli first faced the Aussies, there’s been something special about how he rises to the challenge of playing against the mighty Australians.