Virat Kohli Makes History: Becomes Only Player To Cross 500 Runs Nine Times

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's star batsman Virat Kohli has once again proved why he's considered one of the greatest in the game. During the 61st match of the IPL 2026 season against Punjab Kings, Kohli delivered a stellar performance that saw him shattering multiple records. The 37 year old veteran has been in sublime form throughout this season, and his latest outing was no different as he continued his run scoring spree with remarkable consistency.

The Milestone of 500 Runs

As soon as Virat Kohli scored 16 runs in the match against Punjab Kings, he reached the 500 run mark for the current IPL 2026 season. This achievement is particularly significant as it marks the fourth consecutive IPL season where Kohli has managed to cross the 500 run threshold. His ability to maintain such high standards year after year has been a cornerstone of his legendary career in the Indian Premier League.

A Historic Record in IPL History

With this feat, Virat Kohli has created history by becoming the first and only player in the history of the IPL to score more than 500 runs in 9 different seasons. This record places him at the very top of the ladder, far ahead of other legendary batsmen. To put this achievement into perspective, David Warner and KL Rahul are in the second position, having achieved the 500 run mark in 7 seasons each. Shikhar Dhawan follows them with 5 such seasons to his name. Kohli's dominance in this category highlights his longevity and unmatched run scoring appetite in the shortest format of the game.

Performance After Age 35

Even at the age of 37, Virat Kohli shows no signs of slowing down. He has maintained his peak form even after crossing the age of 35. In fact, since turning 35, Kohli has scored 500 or more runs in an IPL season 3 times. This is a record in itself, as he has surpassed the likes of Sachin Tendulkar and Faf du Plessis, both of whom achieved this feat 2 times after the age of 35. Kohli's fitness and dedication have allowed him to compete at the highest level against much younger opponents.

Dominance Against Punjab Kings

Virat Kohli has always been a formidable opponent for the Punjab Kings. During this specific match, he reached a total of 1217 runs against the Punjab franchise in his IPL career. This is the highest number of runs scored by any batsman against a single team in the history of the tournament. His record against other major teams is also quite impressive; he has scored 1174 runs against Chennai Super Kings and 1172 runs against Delhi Capitals. These statistics underscore his ability to perform consistently against the toughest bowling attacks in the league.