Virat Kohli, the legend of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), is all set to add another chapter to his illustrious career as he gears up for IPL 2025. As RCB takes on defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the season opener at Eden Gardens on March 22, 2025, Kohli will be eyeing five massive milestones in this high-stakes encounter. Already the highest run-scorer in IPL history with 8004 runs, Kohli’s hunger for records remains insatiable as he enters his 18th IPL season.

1. Kohli to Play His 400th T20 Match

When Virat Kohli steps onto the field for the KKR vs RCB clash at Eden Gardens, he will achieve the incredible feat of playing his 400th T20 match. Kohli will become only the third Indian cricketer to reach this milestone, joining the elite club of Rohit Sharma (448 matches) and Dinesh Karthik (412 matches).

• Current Status: 399 T20 matches

• Record on Horizon: 400 T20 matches

Kohli’s journey from his T20 debut in 2007 to becoming one of the most consistent and celebrated batters in the format has been nothing short of phenomenal. His remarkable ability to adapt to different conditions and formats makes this milestone even more special.

2. 114 Runs Away from 13000 T20 Runs

Kohli is on the brink of yet another massive landmark in his T20 career. He needs just 114 more runs to become the first Indian batter to breach the 13000-run mark in T20 cricket. Currently, Kohli has amassed 12886 runs in 399 T20 matches at an impressive average of 40.20 with a strike rate of 133.44.

• Current T20 Runs: 12886 runs

• Runs Needed for 13000: 114 runs

Once he reaches this milestone, Kohli will join an elite list of batters who have scored 13000 or more T20 runs, further cementing his status as a global T20 icon.

3. Three Half-Centuries Away from 100 Fifties in T20s

Kohli’s consistency in scoring fifties in T20 cricket is unparalleled. He is just three half-centuries away from achieving the landmark of 100 T20 fifties. Currently, Kohli has 97 half-centuries to his name and is on the verge of joining David Warner (108 fifties) as the only players to reach this milestone.

• Current Half-Centuries in T20: 97

• Milestone Needed: 3 more fifties

With his consistent batting performances and ability to anchor the innings, Kohli is expected to reach this milestone early in IPL 2025.

4. Four Fifty-Plus Scores Away from Most Fifty-Plus Knocks in IPL

Kohli is also eyeing a coveted IPL record—most fifty-plus scores in IPL history. Currently, Kohli has registered 63 fifty-plus scores in IPL and is just four such knocks away from overtaking David Warner (66 fifty-plus scores) at the top of this list.

• Current Fifty-Plus Scores in IPL: 63

• Milestone Needed: 4 more fifty-plus scores

Given Kohli’s ability to score runs consistently across seasons, this record seems well within his reach during IPL 2025.

5. 28 Sixes Away from 300 IPL Sixes

Kohli’s power-hitting ability has evolved over the years, and he is on the verge of joining the elite 300 sixes club in IPL. He currently has 272 sixes to his name and needs 28 more maximums to reach this milestone.

• Current IPL Sixes: 272

• Milestone Needed: 28 sixes

If Kohli achieves this feat, he will become only the third player after Chris Gayle (357 sixes) and Rohit Sharma (280 sixes) to hit 300 or more sixes in IPL history.

Kohli’s Remarkable IPL Journey

Virat Kohli’s IPL journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Since making his debut for RCB in 2008, Kohli has been synonymous with the franchise, showcasing his batting brilliance season after season.

• IPL Debut: 2008

• Matches Played: 237

• Runs Scored: 8004

• Highest Score: 113

• Strike Rate: 130.26

• Centuries: 7

• Fifties: 50

Kohli’s IPL Records to Watch in 2025

• Most Runs in IPL: Already the leading run-scorer in IPL, Kohli is miles ahead of his contemporaries with 8004 runs.

• Most Centuries in a Single IPL Season: Kohli’s 4 centuries in IPL 2016 remains a record.

• Orange Cap Winner (2024): Kohli finished IPL 2024 as the top run-scorer, winning the Orange Cap despite RCB’s exit in the Eliminator.

What to Expect from Kohli in IPL 2025?

Virat Kohli remains RCB’s batting mainstay and his performances will be pivotal in shaping the team’s journey in IPL 2025. With his eyes on these five massive milestones, fans can expect Kohli to bring his A-game and continue rewriting the record books.

Conclusion

As RCB takes on KKR in the IPL 2025 opener at Eden Gardens, Virat Kohli will look to make a memorable start to the season by inching closer to these five major milestones. From his 400th T20 match to breaching the 13000 T20 runs mark and 100 T20 fifties, Kohli is poised to leave an indelible mark on IPL 2025. With records beckoning and form on his side, Kohli’s journey promises to be one of the most exciting storylines of the season.

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