KL Rahul Makes IPL History with 1000 Runs for Three Teams

KL Rahul has made history in the Indian Premier League by becoming the first player to score 1000 runs for three different franchises. His recent achievement with Delhi Capitals in just 23 innings surpasses the previous records held by JP Duminy and Rishabh Pant. This remarkable feat highlights his consistency and skill as a batsman. Additionally, the Karnataka State Cricket Association faces controversy regarding ticket allocations for the IPL final at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Discover more about Rahul's journey and the implications of the ticket situation in this detailed article.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 9, 2026, 00:18 IST

Historic Achievement in IPL 2026

In the 51st match of the Indian Premier League 2026, KL Rahul scored 23 runs off 14 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday. During this innings, he reached a significant milestone by completing 1000 runs for Delhi Capitals, making him the first player in IPL history to achieve this feat with three different franchises.

Rahul's Impressive IPL Stats

KL Rahul has amassed a total of 2548 runs for Punjab Kings and 1410 runs for Lucknow Super Giants, and now he has crossed the 1000-run mark for Delhi Capitals. He achieved this milestone in the fewest innings for Delhi, surpassing the previous records held by former South African cricketer JP Duminy and Rishabh Pant, who both took 35 innings to reach 1000 runs. Rahul accomplished this in just 23 innings.

Comparison of Runs Across Teams

KL Rahul — 1000+ Runs for Three IPL Teams

First in IPL History

PBKS

Punjab Kings

2548

Most Runs

LSG

Lucknow Super Giants

1410

Second Team

DC

Delhi Capitals

1002 *

Third Team

Source: IPL 2026 | * = IPL 2026 ongoing

Fastest 1000 Runs for Delhi Capitals

KL Rahul's achievement of 1000 runs in just 23 innings for Delhi Capitals is a record for the franchise. Previously, JP Duminy and Rishabh Pant held the record, having reached the milestone in 35 innings. Rahul's accomplishment showcases his exceptional consistency and batting prowess.

Chinnaswamy Stadium's IPL Final Hosting Controversy

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) is entitled to receive complimentary tickets up to 15% of the stadium's capacity. However, KSCA had requested an additional 10,057 tickets, of which approximately 900 were necessary to fulfill the demands of state assembly members.