Virat Kohli Becomes First Player to Score 400 Runs in 10 IPL Seasons
Virat Kohli, the batting maestro of Royal Challengers Bangalore, has etched his name in the annals of the Indian Premier League (IPL) history by becoming the first player to score 400 runs in a season for 10 different years. This remarkable feat was achieved during RCB’s IPL 2024 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Kohli’s consistency and longevity in the IPL are unparalleled. He has surpassed the likes of Suresh Raina and David Warner, who have managed to score 400 or more runs in a season nine times in their IPL careers. Kohli’s achievement is a testament to his unwavering dedication and exceptional batting skills.
In addition to the current IPL 2024 season, Kohli has achieved this milestone in 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015, 2013, and 2011. His most prolific season came in 2016 when he amassed a staggering 973 runs at an average of 81.08, including four centuries and seven fifties.
Throughout his IPL career spanning 246 matches, Kohli has amassed 7,693 runs at an impressive average of 38.27. His tally includes eight centuries and 53 fifties, showcasing his ability to score big and consistently.
Kohli’s achievement is a significant milestone in the history of the IPL. It highlights his dominance as a batsman and his unwavering commitment to the tournament. As he continues to play, Kohli is poised to break even more records and cement his legacy as one of the greatest players to grace the IPL.