As the Indian Premier League (IPL) gears up to kick off its new season on March 22, the excitement is building up, and fans are eagerly waiting to see their favorite players in action. With all teams currently in camp, preparing for the tournament, it’s the perfect time to look at some of the interesting stats and storylines that could unfold in the upcoming season. One such intriguing narrative is the battle for the top spot in the list of all-time leading run-scorers in the IPL. Currently, Virat Kohli sits at the top, having scored over 8,000 runs in 252 matches, a feat that no other batsman has achieved.
Kohli’s incredible record in the IPL is a testament to his consistency and class as a batsman. With 8,004 runs to his name, he is the only player to have crossed the 8,000-run mark in the tournament. The next closest player is Shikhar Dhawan, who has scored 6,769 runs in 222 matches. However, with Dhawan not participating in the IPL this season, Rohit Sharma has a golden opportunity to overtake him in the list. Sharma, who has scored 6,628 runs in 257 matches, needs just 142 runs to surpass Dhawan and move into second place.
What’s more, Sharma also has a realistic chance of joining Kohli in the exclusive 7,000-run club. He needs 372 runs to reach this milestone, which is certainly achievable considering his form and experience. If he manages to do so, he will become the second player after Kohli to reach 7,000 runs in the IPL. Currently, David Warner is the next closest player to Sharma, having scored 6,565 runs in 184 matches, but he won’t be participating in the IPL this season, making it unlikely for him to catch up to Sharma.
As the new season of the IPL gets underway, fans can expect to see some thrilling cricket, with top players like Kohli, Sharma, and others vying for top honors. With the stage set for some exciting matches, it will be interesting to see how the leaderboard shapes up and which players emerge as the top performers. One thing is certain, though – the IPL is all set to provide plenty of entertainment and drama, and fans won’t want to miss out on the action.
Top Run-Scorers in IPL History
- Virat Kohli – 8,004 runs in 252 matches
- Shikhar Dhawan – 6,769 runs in 222 matches
- Rohit Sharma – 6,628 runs in 257 matches
- David Warner – 6,565 runs in 184 matches
As the season progresses, these numbers are likely to change, and new records may be set. But for now, Kohli remains the king of the IPL, and it will be interesting to see how long he can hold onto his top spot.
