The highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season officially kicked off on March 22, 2025, with the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) facing the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in an opening match packed with excitement and expectations for record-breaking performances.
At the center of attention is Virat Kohli, the legendary batter for RCB, who is on the brink of achieving multiple significant milestones. Kohli needs just 38 runs in today's match against KKR to become the third player in IPL history to score 1,000 runs against this franchise.
As of the start of this milestone season, Kohli has accumulated 962 runs against KKR over 31 innings at an impressive average of 38.48, which includes one century and six half-centuries. This remarkable tally places him close behind fellow southpaws David Warner and Rohit Sharma, who have scored 1,093 runs and 1,070 runs against KKR, respectively. Warner holds the record for most runs against KKR, while Sharma sits solidly in second place.
Another milestone Kohli is chasing this season involves T20 cricket records; he stands just 114 runs shy of becoming the first Indian to score 13,000 runs in T20s, with a current tally of 12,886 runs from 382 innings. Kohli’s impressive career includes nine centuries and nearly 100 fifties, evidencing his consistent output throughout his T20 journey.
Breaking that T20 threshold would not only elevate Kohli into an elite league among cricketers globally but could also see him surpass David Warner's tally of 12,913 runs to secure the fifth spot on the all-time list of highest run-scorers in T20 cricket.
Additionally, Kohli is in contention to eclipse Shikhar Dhawan’s record for the most runs scored in successful run chases in IPL history. As it stands, Kohli has amassed 2,146 runs from 58 innings in successful chases, while Dhawan leads with 2,159 runs from 53 innings. If Kohli can manage to score 14 runs in any successful chase during IPL 2025, he will clinch the top spot in this significant category.
While Kohli's pursuit of these personal records grabs the spotlight, other IPL stars are also on the verge of monumental achievements. Legends like MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma are bringing considerable milestones to the season's forefront.
Dhoni is just 19 runs away from becoming the highest run-scorer for Chennai Super Kings in IPL history, advancing past Suresh Raina, who currently holds the record with 4,687 runs. With 200 dismissals on the horizon, Dhoni needs only six additional dismissals this season to reach this historical mark, further solidifying his excellent career as a keeper in IPL.
Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians’ Rohit Sharma requires 142 runs to surpass Shikhar Dhawan (6,769 runs) and become the second-highest run-scorer in IPL history, where, currently, Kohli occupies the top slot with a dazzling 8,004 runs. Should Sharma achieve this target, it would mark another significant milestone in his illustrious career.
Jasprit Bumrah is in pursuit of yet another milestone, needing just six more wickets to become Mumbai Indians’ highest wicket-taker, dethroning the record currently held by Lasith Malinga with 170 wickets.
Conversely, Ravindra Jadeja is also on the verge of etching his name into IPL records by needing just eight wickets to become the leading wicket-taker for CSK and requiring 41 runs to join the distinguished club of players with 3,000 runs and 100 wickets.
In terms of consistency, players are making a push to etch their names in the record books for fifty-plus scores. Virat Kohli, who currently has 63 in IPL matches, is just four shy of breaking David Warner's record of 66.
The race for records extends beyond individual achievements; as IPL 2025 progresses, several players are primarily focused on contributing to their teams’ success and collective milestones. The competition will not just be about individual records but also the overarching goal of winning the prestigious cup.
As excitement mounts for the ongoing season, the records set for potential breaching further fuel both fans and players alike. The Indian Premier League is not only a festival of cricket but also a showcase of extraordinary talent and storied legacies.
In conclusion, with legends like Kohli, Dhoni, and Sharma on the runway to unparalleled records, IPL 2025 promises to deliver an exhilarating season filled with spectacular performances and storied memories. Cricket fans worldwide are ready to witness incredible milestones, making this season one for the history books.
