Ajinkya Rahane Shines Again in IPL 2025, Reaches 5000 Runs Milestone

Rahane's Stellar Performance at Eden Gardens

Ajinkya Rahane continued his impressive form in IPL 2025 with a standout performance during the KKR vs CSK match at Eden Gardens. After KKR won the toss and chose to bat first, Rahane played aggressively, setting a strong example for his teammates. In doing so, he also crossed the significant milestone of 5000 runs in the IPL, joining the ranks of legends like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Key Contributions to KKR's Innings

As the leading scorer for Kolkata Knight Riders this season, Rahane once again positioned his team favorably. Following a quick dismissal of Rahmanullah Gurbaz, he formed crucial partnerships with Sunil Narine, accumulating 67 runs during the powerplay. Rahane effectively shifted the pressure back onto the CSK bowlers, particularly targeting Anshul Kamboj.

Milestone Achievement and Match Stats

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5️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ #TATAIPL runs for the prolific Ajinkya Rahane 👏

He looks in good touch tonight 👌#KKRvCSK | @ajinkyarahane88 pic.twitter.com/HhjlL9P3Gb

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 7, 2025

With just 42 runs needed to reach the 5000 run mark, Rahane achieved this milestone in his characteristic style, anchoring the KKR innings. He became the seventh Indian and the ninth player overall to reach this landmark. Having been a consistent presence in the IPL, Rahane stands alongside other stalwarts like KL Rahul, Kohli, and Rohit.

Rahane's Match Statistics

In this match, Rahane scored 48 runs off 33 deliveries, including four boundaries and two sixes. His recent approach has seen him adopt a more aggressive batting style early in his innings, significantly enhancing his value in the IPL.

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