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KL Rahul Sets New IPL Record with 5,000 Runs in Just 130 Innings

In a stunning achievement, KL Rahul has become the fastest player to score 5,000 runs in IPL history, accomplishing this feat in just 130 innings. This remarkable milestone was reached during a match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants on April 22, 2025. While other cricketing legends like David Warner and Virat Kohli took longer to reach this mark, Rahul's elegant batting style and consistency have set a new standard in the league. Discover more about this historic moment and the players who have previously crossed the 5,000-run threshold.
By Narendra Chaudhary | Apr 28, 2025, 13:44 IST

A Remarkable Achievement in IPL History

The Indian Premier League (IPL) continues to astound fans with its remarkable records. Reaching 5,000 runs in this prestigious tournament is an extraordinary accomplishment that demands immense dedication, patience, and consistency. Only a select few cricketing legends have managed to reach this milestone. Interestingly, among these celebrated players, one standout has achieved 5,000 IPL runs in the fewest innings!


 


Notable Players Who Have Crossed 5,000 Runs:


 



  • David Warner: The Australian icon, known for his aggressive batting style, reached 5,000 runs in 135 innings.


  • Virat Kohli: One of India's greatest batsmen, Kohli accomplished this feat in 157 innings.


  • AB de Villiers: Often called "Mr. 360", he achieved this milestone in 161 innings.


  • Shikhar Dhawan: The dynamic left-handed batsman took 168 innings to reach 5,000 IPL runs.



 


These players are legends, and achieving 5,000 runs in the range of 135 to 168 innings is commendable. However, one cricketer has surpassed them all!


 


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The Historic Match


 


This record was broken during the 40th match of IPL 2025, where Delhi Capitals (DC) faced off against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Lucknow on April 22, 2025. LSG batted first, setting a target of 159/6. DC successfully chased down the target, winning by 8 wickets with 13 balls to spare.


 


In this match, a player quietly made history. While chasing the target, he played a composed innings, remaining not out at 57 runs off 42 balls, including 3 fours and 3 sixes. This performance was not just about securing victory for his team but also about setting a new IPL record.


 


He became the fastest player to reach 5,000 IPL runs, achieving this milestone in just 130 innings—faster than Warner, Kohli, de Villiers, and Dhawan.


 


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Identifying the Record-Breaker


 



 


The player who scored 5,000 IPL runs in just 130 innings is none other than KL Rahul. The elegant and classic batsman achieved what many could only dream of. With his graceful stroke play and ability to score runs without relying on big hits, Rahul has consistently been one of the most dependable players in the IPL. This record underscores his high standing in the cricketing world.


 


While others took over 130 innings or more, KL Rahul accomplished this in only 130 innings, setting a benchmark for future players to aspire to.


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