Virat Kohli did a great job in RCB jersey, completed 9000 runs and left Warner behind in this matter
Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli once again proved why he is regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). In a thrilling encounter against Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025, Kohli played a brilliant innings of 54 runs, helping Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secure a crucial win by 6 wickets. This match, held at the end of the league stage, saw RCB successfully chase a mammoth target of 228 runs in just 18.4 overs — the third-highest successful run chase in IPL history. With this win, RCB not only ended the league phase on a high note but also confirmed their spot in the top two of the points table.
Kohli’s innings was filled with aggressive intent and flawless timing. He scored his 54 runs in just 30 balls, lacing his knock with 10 boundaries. This performance was not just important for the team’s victory, but also personally significant for Kohli. He achieved a massive career milestone by becoming the first cricketer in the world to score more than 9,000 runs for a single T20 team. As soon as he reached 24 runs in this match, Kohli crossed the 9,000-run mark for RCB, a feat never accomplished before in T20 cricket.
Across his storied T20 career with Royal Challengers Bangalore, which includes both IPL and Champions League T20 matches, Kohli has amassed a total of 9,030 runs in 270 innings. This includes 8,606 runs in 257 IPL innings and 424 runs from 14 Champions League innings. His consistency and loyalty to RCB have made him a fan favorite and a symbol of the franchise’s legacy.
Here’s a breakdown of the top five players with the most runs for a single team in T20 cricket:
1. **Virat Kohli – 9,030 runs for RCB**
2. **Rohit Sharma – 6,060 runs for Mumbai Indians**
3. **James Vince – 5,934 runs for Hampshire**
4. **Suresh Raina – 5,529 runs for Chennai Super Kings**
5. **MS Dhoni – 5,314 runs for Chennai Super Kings**
Kohli’s remarkable statistics for RCB also include:
* **Highest Score:** 113\*
* **Batting Average:** 39.6
* **Centuries:** 8
* **Fifties:** 65
* **Fours:** 811
* **Sixes:** 305
* **Strike Rate:** 133.69
* **Catches:** 127
During this match, Kohli not only achieved the 9,000-run milestone but also broke another long-standing record. He surpassed David Warner to become the player with the most half-centuries in IPL history. With his 63rd IPL fifty, Kohli went ahead of Warner’s 62. This incredible achievement cements his status as one of the most consistent performers in league history. He now leads a list that includes other legendary players like Shikhar Dhawan (51) and Rohit Sharma (46).
This brilliant run of form by Kohli could not have come at a better time for RCB as they head into the playoffs with confidence and momentum. His ability to rise on big occasions and break records while anchoring run chases makes him a vital asset for the franchise. With the playoffs around the corner, RCB fans will be hoping their star batsman continues this purple patch and guides the team to their maiden IPL title.
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That was some innings by Kohli! Chasing 228 in 18.4 overs is no joke. His 54 off 30 balls with 10 boundaries was pure class. And reaching 9,000 runs for RCB is a huge milestone. Wonder how long it'll take for someone to break his record? It's impressive to see the top five players with most runs for a single T20 team. Kohli leading the pack by a mile. Makes you wonder what makes these guys so consistent for their respective teams. Any thoughts on that?