Addressing students, Kohli said he was not accustomed to speaking at school gatherings but felt a strong connection with the audience, having once been at the same stage of life.
Tendulkar had reached the landmark during his 644th innings, while Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara, only the third player in the 28000-run club, crossed the feat in his 666th innings.
For New Zealand, their loss to India in last year's Champions Trophy final carries little significance, as this series presents an ideal opportunity to test new and second-line players.
