Cricketer Virat Kohli has made his debut on LinkedIn, using the professional networking platform to outline his ambitions beyond cricket and his plans to build an Indian sportswear brand with global reach.
Kohli has joined Agilitas as an investor and is also a co-founder and co-creator of one8world, the sports brand he is developing with the company. His LinkedIn profile lists his roles as a professional athlete with the Indian cricket team, co-founder of one8world and investor at Agilitas.
First post
In his first post, Kohli said he wanted to see an India where every sport is followed, celebrated and played. He also spoke of the potential for the country to produce world-class athletes and build brands that can compete on the global stage. “I’ve always wanted to see an India where every sport is followed, celebrated, and played. Today, that vision feels closer than ever,” he wrote.
Kohli said the venture aims to build an end-to-end sports platform from India, spanning manufacturing, consumer brands and sports distribution. He added that the ambition was to help India shape the future of global sport, rather than merely participate in it.
The cricketer said one8 was built on the belief that progress comes from pushing boundaries, raising standards and doing things differently. He described the brand’s launch in his home city, in front of thousands of people, as one of the most meaningful moments of his life.
Partnership with Agilitas
In the “About” section of his profile, Kohli reflected on his 18-year journey in cricket, saying the game had shaped not only his career but also the person he had become. He described wearing the India jersey as his greatest privilege and highlighted his contribution to two World Cup victories.
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Kohli also linked his investment in Agilitas to his long-standing commitment to fitness, noting that it had become a way of life for millions in India. He said the partnership was driven by a belief in building India’s first vertically integrated sportswear powerhouse.
Agilitas aims to bring manufacturing, sportswear brands and distribution under one platform. Kohli has previously built the one8 brand, which focuses on sportswear and fitness.
Cricketers on LinkedIn
Kohli joins several Indian cricketers, including Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, on the professional networking platform.
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Tendulkar joined LinkedIn in March 2017 as an official LinkedIn Influencer, debuting with his essay “My Second Innings”. His profile has highlighted his business ventures, corporate partnerships, philanthropy and investments.