Virat Kohli Once again reminded the cricket world why he is one of the greatest players in cricket history Indian Premier League (IPL). during Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)major conflict against Delhi Capitals (DC) At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the former India captain created a historic moment by becoming the first batsman to complete 9000 runs in IPL history. On a ground that bears witness to many of his early cricketing memories, Kohli created another unforgettable moment, turning a routine league game into a historic occasion.
Virat Kohli reached a unique position in IPL
Playing his 275th IPL match, Kohli needed only a few runs to enter the elite zone, and he got there in style during RCB’s sixth over. Competition with the captain of Delhi Capitals Akshar PatelKohli calmly pushed the final ball of the over to long-off for a single, achieving this remarkable feat.
With that run, he became the first player in IPL history to cross the 9000-run mark, setting a benchmark that may take years for others to challenge. Kohli remained unbeaten on 23 off 15 balls and helped RCB seal a comfortable nine-wicket win over Delhi Capitals.
The moment became even more special because it happened in Delhi, the city from where Kohli’s cricketing journey began. From the local grounds of the capital to becoming the face of the IPL, it was the perfect setting for such a historic achievement.
IPL’s biggest run machine
Since the inaugural IPL season in 2008, Kohli has been a consistent force in the tournament. While many stars have come and gone, he has maintained his dominance season after season with unmatched consistency.
His journey to 9000 runs reflects not only talent but incredible discipline, fitness and hunger for success. Kohli has scored eight IPL centuries and more than sixty fifty-plus scores, proving his ability to perform in different eras and conditions.
The current list of players with the most runs in IPL history is now as follows:
- 9000 runs – Virat Kohli*
- 7183 runs- Rohit Sharma*
- 6769 runs – Shikhar Dhawan
In particular, only Rohit Sharma Apart from Kohli, the mark of 7000 runs has been crossed, which shows how far ahead the RCB batsmen are from the rest.
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Great season in IPL 2026
Kohli’s record-breaking season is not just a milestone. He has been one of the standout performers of IPL 2026 and remains a strong contender in the race for the Orange Cap. As of April 28, he has scored 351 runs in 8 matches at an impressive average of 58.50 and a strike rate of 162.50. Their aggressive yet controlled batting has been one of RCB’s biggest strengths this season.
His best innings came against Gujarat Titans On 24 April, where he scored 81 runs off only 44 balls. Kohli also leads in terms of fours in the tournament with 37 fours so far. Even at the age of 37, he continues to play with the energy of a young player and the calmness of a seasoned player. The milestone of 9000 runs is not just a number – it is a symbol of continued greatness, and Kohli is still far from finished.
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