UPSC mentor Vikas Divyakirti names THIS star India cricketer as his favourite, says ‘More than records, I like his…’
Vikas Divyakirti, the founder and general manager of Drishti IAS, an organization that has been active in public services since 1999, has recently announced his favorite cricket player. Let’s find out below to find out more.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exam is one of the most challenging competitive exams in India and attracts millions of islands competing for a greedy place in the country’s bureaucracy. Many students, an old IAS officer Dr. Founded by Vikas Divyakirti, he flocked to the famous Coaching Institutes like Drishti IAS, and returned to the educator in search of guidance and mentoring to break this eye scary exam. Interestingly, Dr Divyakirti’s inspiration does not only come from the world of public services; It is also a fiery fan of the jack. Recently, the UPSC mentor has announced that he is his favorite cricket player. Let’s learn below.
Who is Vikas Divyakirti?
Vikas Divyakirti is the founder and general manager of Drishti IAS, an active organization in the preparation of public services since 1999. According to Drishti’s website, he started his professional career as an assistant professor at Delhi University. In 1996, he cleared the Public Services Exam in his first attempt. He worked at the Ministry of Interior for a year. However, he resigned from his post, returned to teaching and founded Drishti IAS.
Who is Vikas Divyakirti’s favorite cricket player?
During an interview, Dr Divyakirti recently chose his favorite cricket. “I love Virat Kohli very much. A big role model for every cricket player. I love more than records, nature and behavior. Very mature, very calm and great person.” With a large number of praise and records in his name, he was a source of inspiration of hard work, determination and a strong sense of purpose.
Meanwhile, On May 12, 2025, Virat Kohli officially announced that he retired from the test format. This arrived just before India’s Tour of England.
From home sovereignty to overseas sand, Kohli’s red ball career was a masterclass of skill, determination and consistency.
In 123 tests, Kohli compiled 9,230 runs, including 30 centuries and 31 fifties, and finished as one of India’s most productive and effective test criches. Kohli played 55 test matches and took 4,336 rounds, including 14 centuries and 13 half centuries. The highest test score arrived at home that commanded 254* against South Africa in Pune in 2019.
