Virat Kohli creates history once again (Img: Internet)
New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Virat Kohli added another major achievement to his illustrious IPL career during Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026 against Gujarat Titans on Tuesday.
The veteran batter became the first player in IPL history to score 500 or more runs against eight different franchises. Kohli reached the milestone during his fluent innings against Gujarat Titans at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala.
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Kohli crossed the 500-run mark against Gujarat Titans during the ongoing playoff clash after scoring 40 runs off just 21 deliveries in the opening phase of the innings. His knock included five boundaries and a six.
Virat Kohli creates yet another IPL record!
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With this feat, Gujarat Titans became the eighth IPL franchise against whom Kohli has scored at least 500 runs. The Ahmedabad-based franchise joined the IPL in 2022, making Kohli’s achievement even more remarkable given the limited number of matches played against them.
Kohli now stands alone in IPL history with 500-plus runs against eight different teams.
The former RCB captain has previously crossed the 500-run mark against Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals.
Former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma and ex-India opener Shikhar Dhawan follow Kohli on the list, with both players having scored 500 or more runs against seven IPL teams.
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The RCB batter has once again been among the top performers in IPL 2026. His consistency at the top of the order has played a key role in Bengaluru’s strong campaign this season.
Kohli also moved closer to another milestone during the match. Needing just a few more runs to complete 600 runs in IPL 2026, he is on the verge of becoming the first player to score 600 or more runs in four consecutive IPL seasons.
Having already established himself as the highest run-scorer in IPL history, Kohli continues to add new records to his already remarkable legacy in the tournament.
