In a ground-breaking moment, Virat Kohli, the shining star of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, etched his name in the annals of IPL history by becoming the inaugural player to breach the 8,000-run mark. This monumental feat was accomplished during the 2024 IPL Eliminator clash against the Rajasthan Royals in Ahmedabad. Kohli’s bat wielded magic as he notched up his 29th run, elevating him to this esteemed position. Such a milestone underscores his prowess and enduring legacy in the cricketing world.
Virat Kohli’s Another Chapter of Milestone:
Virat Kohli etched his name in IPL lore as he became the first and solitary player to surpass the monumental 8,000-run milestone. This historic moment unfolded in the thrilling context of the sixth over, specifically on the fifth delivery. Displaying impeccable technique and timing, Kohli executed a breathtaking shot off Sandeep Sharma’s delivery.
Despite Sharma’s attempt to stifle him with a full-length ball, Kohli’s adept footwork created space, allowing him to elegantly flick the ball wide of mid-on for a resounding four. With this stroke, Kohli not only secured his 8,000th run but also asserted his unparalleled dominance in the IPL, with no other batsman even approaching the 7,000-run mark.
Kohli is enjoying a stellar season, ranking as his second most prolific after his unforgettable 2016 campaign where he amassed a staggering 973 runs. This year, he’s already surpassed the 700-run mark, accompanied by a century and five half-centuries. His exceptional form has been instrumental in RCB’s resurgence, propelling them from a precarious position to a spot in the playoffs. Notably, he currently dons the prestigious Orange Cap, symbolizing his dominance as the league’s leading run-scorer.
Virat Kohli’s IPL Career:
In his illustrious IPL journey, Kohli has notched up an impressive tally of 8 centuries and 55 half-centuries. Remarkably, in the recent clash against CSK, the ex-RCB skipper achieved yet another milestone. He became the inaugural IPL batsman to amass 3000 runs at a single venue spanning 17 editions. This feat underscores Kohli’s unparalleled consistency and dominance on the cricketing stage, solidifying his reputation as one of the most prolific run-scorers in IPL history.
Kohli marked his IPL debut for RCB against the Kolkata Knight Riders on April 18, 2008, at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. However, his inaugural outing saw him departing early, managing just a solitary run. Over the course of 86 innings at the stadium, the erstwhile RCB captain has showcased his prowess, accumulating 22 half-centuries and four centuries. His highest score of 113 stands as a testament to his batting prowess and enduring legacy at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
At the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Kohli has amassed an impressive tally of over 3400 runs. Notably, in eight T20Is for India since 2012 at this venue, he has contributed 116 runs to his formidable record. Kohli’s four centuries stand as a league record, making him the IPL batter with the highest number of centuries at a single venue. In the broader context of T20 cricket, his feat ranks joint-second in terms of centuries, with only Chris Gayle surpassing him with five hundred at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur.
Virat Kohli’s Today’s Innings vs RR in Eliminator:
In a dramatic turn of events, Virat Kohli’s innings came to an unexpected end when he was caught by substitute fielder Donovan Ferreira off the bowling of Chahal. Kohli’s bat had been blazing, amassing a quickfire 33 runs off just 24 deliveries, showcasing his trademark aggression and finesse. This knock not only contributed to his team’s total but also marked a significant milestone in his illustrious IPL career. With these 33 runs, Kohli breached the monumental 8004 runs, solidifying his position as one of the greatest batsmen to grace the IPL stage.
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