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Virat Kohli, A Smart Investor, Who Picks Startups

By:  Tupaki Desk   |   5 Nov 2021 11:22 AM GMT
Virat Kohli, A Smart Investor, Who Picks Startups
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Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli, who established himself as one of the successful captains is celebrating his birthday today. The 'Delhi Ka Launda’ Kohli turned 33 on Friday. We have seen Virat Kohli growing as a player who went on to take up the captaincy. We know him as a player and a captain. But there is another side to Virat, wh many of us probably don't know.

Virat Kohli is not just a fitness enthusiast, he is a smart investor too. As a smart choice, Virat Kohli invests in startups that are involved in various areas like gaming applications, fashion wear, and others.

To surprise everyone, Virat Kohli has been investing in startups since he was just 25. As the biggest investment, Virat Kohli is said to have invested a big amount in the social media startup Sports Convo that operates from London. The startup acts as a bridge between sports stars and their fans.

Back in February 2019, Virat Kohli made an investment in Bengaluru-based firm Galactus Funware Technology Pvt Limited. The company was picked as the official kit sponsor of the Board of Control for Cricket in India(BCCI).

Virat Kohli's investment list goes to various areas like fashion, Sports talent, and others. He had invested in companies like Universal Sportsbiz (USPL), Cornerstone Sport LLP. Virat Kohli reportedly made a fat investment in a company in Bengaluru, that deals with fitness.

Virat Kohli also entered the foodservice industry. To provide South American and other cuisines to the customers, Virat Kohli started Nueva Bar & Dining that is equipped with posh amenities and chandeliers. Not just restricting himself to the startups, Virat Kohli also made investments in Digit Insurance, an online insurance provider.

The major share of Virat Kohli's income comes from his salary from the BCCI. He is on the A list in the Board of Control for Cricket in India(BCCI) contract. Through which, he pockets Rs 7 crore every year. From the IPL, he gets a big fat cheque. He plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore(RCB) in IPL. He is also the favorite pick of popular brands who are ready to spend crores to sign him as the brand ambassador.