Former Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli showcased an exceptional performance in the match against Punjab Kings, achieving a significant milestone in the process. Kohli reached his half-century in just 32 balls, marking his dominance in the ongoing IPL season. With this feat, he became the first batsman to accumulate 600 runs in the current IPL season, solidifying his lead in the race for the Orange Cap.
This marks the fourth occasion in Kohli’s career where he has surpassed the 600-run mark in a single IPL season, a record he shares with KL Rahul. Kohli’s consistency has been unparalleled, matching Rahul’s achievement of achieving this milestone four times.
In this season, Kohli has amassed six half-centuries in 12 innings, showcasing his remarkable form with the bat. Notably, he has registered fifties against multiple teams including Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Gujarat Titans. Kohli’s prowess extends beyond his current season’s performance, as he became the first batsman in IPL history to surpass 1000 runs against three different teams. His recent innings also saw him crossing the 1000-run mark against Punjab Kings, adding to his existing records against Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings.
