KL Rahul Achieves Milestone of 8000 T20 Runs with Stunning Performance

KL Rahul's Remarkable Achievement

Picture this: one of the world's leading fast bowlers, Kagiso Rabada, charging in to bowl, and KL Rahul effortlessly lofts the ball over long-off for a spectacular six. This moment not only showcased Rahul's skill but also marked a significant milestone—his 8000th run in T20 cricket.

How good was that?! 😮🙌🏻#KLRahul takes on #KagisoRabada, hammering 17 runs in the 6th over!

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The shot was not just a display of power; it was a celebration of Rahul's journey, as he became the fastest Indian to reach 8000 T20 runs, achieving this feat in just 224 innings. This surpasses the previous record held by Virat Kohli, who reached the milestone in 243 innings back in April 2019.

KL’s calm but he’s also fastttt 💨 pic.twitter.com/qJuosWEZnO

— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) May 18, 2025

Before KL Rahul, only 35 players had crossed the 8000-run mark in T20s, but he stands out as one of the few to do it in such a short span. His achievement is a testament to his talent and hard work.

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