Virat Kohli Surpasses Shoaib Malik's T20 Record in IPL Season Opener
In the IPL season opener, Virat Kohli scored a memorable innings that not only led Royal Challengers Bangalore to victory but also saw him surpass Shoaib Malik as the leading run-scorer in T20 history. This significant achievement highlights Kohli's consistency and excellence across formats.
Highlights
- •Virat Kohli scores 69 runs, overtaking Shoaib Malik in IPL opener
- •Kohli moves to the sixth position with over 13,572 total T20 runs
- •Kohli's career highlights include nine centuries and 106 half-centuries
- •4,000+ runs scored by Kohli while chasing in IPL matches
In the highly anticipated season opener of the 19th Indian Premier League (IPL), Royal Challengers Bangalore secured a six-wicket victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Among the
During the first match of the season, Kohli scored 69 runs in his innings from just 38 deliveries. This performance was bolstered by five fours and five sixes, showcasing the iconic 'run machine' form that has seen him become a legend in Test and limited-overs formats. The milestone came when Kohli reached 29 runs, overtaking Pakistan's Shoaib Malik as the leading run-scorer in T20 cricket.
With this innings, Virat Kohli moved ahead of Malik into sixth position all-time with a total of 13,612 runs across 415 T20 matches. His run tally stands at nine centuries and 106 half-centuries, marking him as an unparalleled player in the shortest format. In comparison to Malik, who played his last match until 2025, Kohli has consistently built a prolific career with remarkable consistency.
Crucial Milestone for Virat Kohli
Kohli's pursuit of 4,000 runs while chasing in T20 matches is another significant achievement. Over the course of 125 IPL matches, he has amassed 4,027 runs at an average of 41.51. Alongside his highest individual score of 108, these numbers underscore Kohli's dominance with the bat. The Indian captain now trails only Chris Gayle in this unique category.
Additionally, Rohit Sharma is one of the few other players who have surpassed the landmark of chasing 3,000+ runs in T20 cricket.
