IPL 2025: Virat Kohli Becomes First Batter to Score 9,000 T20 Runs for a Single Franchise

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) star Virat Kohli achieved a historic milestone during IPL 2025, becoming the first batter to cross 9,000 T20 runs for one franchise. This landmark was reached in RCB’s match against Lucknow Super Giants at Lucknow’s Ekana Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

Virat Kohli’s Record-Breaking Feat

Kohli, a stalwart of the RCB lineup since IPL’s inception in 2008, needed just 24 runs going into the game to hit the 9,000-run mark. He reached it comfortably as RCB started strong chasing a target of 228 runs.

Total T20 runs for RCB: 9,003

IPL runs: 8,579

Champions League T20 (CLT20) runs: 424

Apart from IPL, Kohli’s performances in the now-defunct CLT20 have been remarkable. In 15 matches, he scored 424 runs at an average of 38.54 with a strike rate of 150.35, including two half-centuries and a top score of an unbeaten 84.

Longevity and Consistency with RCB

Kohli’s achievement highlights his extraordinary consistency and loyalty, having played 17 seasons with RCB — a rare occurrence in a league known for frequent player transfers. He has been the backbone of RCB’s batting across various conditions and against all opponents.

Top Runs by Players for a Single Franchise in Men’s T20

What’s Next for Kohli?

As the IPL 2025 progresses, Kohli is also nearing the milestone of 9,000 runs in the IPL alone. This record of 9,000+ T20 runs for one franchise further cements his status as one of cricket’s greatest modern-day players.

For RCB and its fans, this milestone is a testament to Kohli’s unmatched contribution as both a run-scorer and the heart of the franchise for nearly two decades.