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Virat Kohli has been a central figure in the Indian Premier League (IPL), having been part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) right from the inception of the league in 2008. Kohli joined RCB as a prodigious youngster in 2008 and quickly transformed into one of the best batters in the world. He also led RCB for nine seasons from 2013 to 2021 and has been one of the most consistent run-getters for them in the IPL.
Kohli's star power has played a key role in making RCB one of the most popular franchises in the league. He is arguably the biggest name in the current RCB squad and has been synonymous with the team's success both on and off the field. One of the greatest batters of all time, Kohli's legacy at RCB remains unmatched.
Kohli took over as RCB's captain in 2013 and led the franchise in 140 matches before stepping down as captain ahead of IPL 2022. Under his leadership, RCB won 66 matches while losing 70. The team reached their second IPL final under Kohli's captaincy in IPL 2026 but failed to lift their maiden trophy. Dubbed the run machine for his remarkable consistency, Kohli is the leading run-getter in IPL history.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 36 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Top-order Batter |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm medium/off break |
| IPL Debut | 2008 |
Kohli, who made his IPL debut in 2008, has only played for one franchise in his career so far. He has been with RCB right from the inception of the tournament and has often spoken about ending his IPL career with the franchise. He was retained by RCB for Rs 21 crore ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Kohli lifted his maiden IPL title with RCB in the IPL 2025 after they beat Punjab Kings in a thrilling final.
Kohli didn't have a promising start to his IPL career as he could only manage 165 runs in his debut season for RCB before smashing 246 runs in the following season. However, the Team India star worked hard on his fitness and transformed himself into a world-beater in the following seasons while becoming a consistent performer for the franchise. He is currently RCB and IPL's leading run-getter of all time.
| Year | Matches | Runs | HS | Ave | SR | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 267 | 8661 | 113 | 39.55 | 132.86 | 8 | 63 |
| 2025 | 15 | 657 | 73* | 54.75 | 144.71 | 0 | 8 |
| 2024 | 15 | 741 | 113 | 61.75 | 154.69 | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 | 14 | 639 | 101 | 53.25 | 139.82 | 2 | 6 |
| 2022 | 16 | 341 | 73 | 22.73 | 115.98 | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | 15 | 405 | 72 | 28.92 | 119.46 | 0 | 3 |
| 2020 | 15 | 466 | 90 | 42.36 | 121.35 | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 | 14 | 464 | 100 | 33.14 | 141.46 | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 | 14 | 530 | 92 | 48.18 | 139.10 | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 | 10 | 308 | 64 | 30.80 | 122.22 | 0 | 4 |
| 2016 | 16 | 973 | 113 | 81.08 | 152.03 | 4 | 7 |
| 2015 | 16 | 505 | 82 | 45.90 | 130.82 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 | 14 | 359 | 73 | 27.61 | 122.10 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | 16 | 634 | 99 | 45.28 | 138.73 | 0 | 6 |
| 2012 | 16 | 364 | 73 | 28.00 | 111.65 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 | 16 | 557 | 71 | 46.41 | 121.08 | 0 | 4 |
| 2010 | 16 | 307 | 58 | 27.90 | 144.81 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 16 | 246 | 50 | 22.36 | 112.32 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 13 | 165 | 38 | 15.00 | 105.09 | 0 | 0 |
Kohli has shattered multiple records for India at the international level with his incredible consistency with the bat and has done the same for RCB in the IPL. Kohli holds some top records in the IPL, having been one of the best batters in the league over the years. Apart from being the highest run-getter in IPL history, Kohli also holds the record for most runs by a batter in a single season and the most centuries by a batter in the league's history.
Kohli is IPL's leading run-getter with 8661 runs in 267 matches.
Most runs in a single season in the IPL - 973 runs in 2016.
Kohli also holds the record for most centuries (8) and fifties (63) by any batter in the IPL.
As captain, Kohli has led RCB to 66 wins in 143 matches.
