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Detailed explanation-1: -As of Jan 2023, Kohli has scored 7 double centuries in Test cricket, which is a testament to his consistency and ability as a batsman.

Detailed explanation-2: -Virat Kohli tops the double century list among the Indian cricketers.

Detailed explanation-3: -Indian right-handed opening batsman Shubman Gill today hit a double century in an ODI match against New Zealand at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. He also becomes the fastest Indian cricketer to score 1,000 ODI runs today. The 23-year old Shubman Gill scored 208 runs in 149 balls.

Detailed explanation-4: -Former Australia captain Don Bradman has scored the most double centuries in Test cricket. The legendary batter hit a whopping 12 double centuries in the format and is also one of just four players to have made two triple centuries in Tests.

Detailed explanation-5: -One of the most beloved athletes globally and revered as the god of cricket in India, Sachin Tendulkar became the first person in the history of the game to score a double century in ODI format against the South African cricket team with a score of 200 not out in February 2010.