Virat Kohli has reached another monumental milestone in his IPL journey, becoming the first player to score 9000 runs in the Indian Premier League. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru icon achieved the feat during the clash against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in IPL 2026, adding yet another golden chapter to his legendary career.

What makes the achievement even more special is his unmatched loyalty to a single franchise. Since the inception of the IPL in 2008, Kohli has represented only Royal Challengers Bengaluru, growing into the face of the team and one of the most consistent batters in T20 cricket history.

Record-breaking consistency of Virat Kohli over the years

Across 275 matches and 267 innings, Kohli has piled up 9000 runs at an average of 40, striking at 133.68. His career includes 8 centuries and 66 half-centuries, along with over 800 boundaries and 300 sixes, reflecting both class and adaptability across eras of T20 cricket.

One of the defining highlights of his career remains the 2016 season, where Kohli produced a phenomenal run of form, scoring 973 runs in a single edition. That season also saw him win both of his Orange Cap, along with 2024, underlining his dominance as the leading run-scorer in the league.

Kohli’s consistency has remained unmatched, whether anchoring innings under pressure or accelerating in big chases. His ability to deliver season after season has made him one of the most reliable batters in IPL history.

Virat Kohli IPL career stats

  • Span: 2008–2026
  • Matches: 275
  • Innings: 267
  • Not Outs: 42
  • Runs: 9000
  • Highest Score: 113*
  • Average: 40.00
  • Strike Rate: 133.68
  • Centuries: 8
  • Half-centuries: 66
  • Fours: 808
  • Sixes: 303

RCB crush DC in one-sided contest

Royal Challengers Bengaluru produced a ruthless all-round performance to demolish Delhi Capitals by a huge margin at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. After bundling out DC for just 75, the RCB bowlers set the tone with a fiery new-ball spell led by Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

In reply, Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal made light work of the chase, finishing the game inside the Powerplay as RCB sealed a dominant 9-wicket win with ease.

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