Virat Kohli Makes History: First Cricketer to Reach 9,000 T20 Runs
In a remarkable display of skill and determination,Virat Kohli has etched his name in cricket history by becoming the first player to surpass 9,000 runs in T20 cricket. Achieving this milestone during an IPL match against the Lucknow Super Giants, Kohli needed just 24 runs to reach the landmark. He accomplished this feat with a stunning performance,scoring 54 runs off 30 balls,including 10 boundaries,solidifying his status as one of the greatest batsmen in the sport.
Playing for the Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kohli’s T20 career now boasts an notable total of 9,030 runs in 271 innings, with an average of 39.60 and a strike rate of 133.69.His record includes 8 centuries and a staggering 65 fifties, placing him far ahead of his closest competitor, Rohit Sharma, who has 6,060 runs in 230 innings. Kohli’s dominance extends beyond the IPL, as he also holds the record for the moast runs in the tournament’s history, amassing 8,606 runs in 257 innings. Additionally, he has set the record for the most fifties in IPL history, surpassing Australia’s David Warner, who has 62. Kohli’s achievements continue to inspire cricket fans across India and beyond, as he redefines excellence in the game.
