The cricketing world has held its breath for seven long months, but the wait is finally over. Virat Kohli, the undisputed king of modern batting, is back! As India gears up for a high-octane ODI series against Australia, kicking off on October 19th in Perth, all eyes are fixed on the G.O.A.T.'s return. This isn't just any comeback; it's Kohli's first international outing since Shubman Gill took the reins of the ODI captaincy, adding a fascinating new dynamic to his re-entry.

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Amidst the continuous chatter about his future and whether he'll play till the 2027 World Cup, Virat Kohli is poised to silence the whispers the only way he knows how: with his bat. He stands on the precipice of not just one, but a slew of historic records, ready to rewrite the record books yet again.

Here’s a look at the legends he’s set to surpass and the unprecedented milestones he’s about to achieve:

1. Chasing a Legendary Run Tally: Kohli is just 54 runs away from leapfrogging Sri Lanka's iconic Kumar Sangakkara (14,234 runs) to become the second-highest run-scorer in the history of One Day Internationals. That's a staggering achievement in itself!

2. Most Hundreds in a Single Format: He needs just one more century to surpass his idol, Sachin Tendulkar (who has 51 Test hundreds), and claim the standalone record for the most hundreds in a single format (Kohli currently has 51 ODI hundreds). Imagine that!

3. Leading Run-Scorer in Limited-Overs Cricket: A mere 67 runs will see him overtake Sachin Tendulkar's combined tally of 18,436 runs in ODIs and T20Is, making him the leading run-scorer in white-ball cricket history.

4. Fastest to 28,000 International Runs: Kohli needs 401 runs in his next 26 innings to eclipse Sachin Tendulkar, who reached this colossal milestone in 644 innings. Talk about sheer speed!

5. Most Overseas International Centuries: He's currently tied with Sachin Tendulkar at 29 centuries in overseas conditions (away and neutral venues). Just one more ton will make him the undisputed leader in scoring hundreds away from home.

6. 6,000 Runs in Successful ODI Chases: This is a truly unique one. Kohli needs just 2 runs to become the only player in ODI history to accumulate 6,000 runs in successful run chases. This milestone perfectly encapsulates why he’s known as the "Chase Master."

As a new era rises under Captain Gill, Kohli’s vast experience and unparalleled presence will be an invaluable asset to the squad, especially in Australia, where Virat Kohli has shone the brightest throughout his career. While the world continues its discussion about his long-term future, Virat Kohli will have his work cut out: conquer the formidable Australian challenge and seize his place deeper into cricketing immortality. The stage is set, the records beckon, and the king is ready to roar.