Virat Kohli Scripts History vs MI, Achieves Massive IPL Record
Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Virat Kohli once again proved why he is one of the greatest batters in T20 cricket, achieving a historic milestone against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026.
During the high-voltage clash at Wankhede Stadium, Kohli became the first player ever to score over 1000 runs against Mumbai Indians in IPL history.
Kohli Becomes First Batter to Reach 1000 Runs vs MI
Kohli’s consistency against Mumbai Indians has been exceptional over the years, and this latest milestone adds another feather to his cap.
- First player to score 1000+ runs vs MI in IPL
- Surpasses KL Rahul (977 runs)
- Leaves Shikhar Dhawan (901 runs) behind
This achievement highlights his dominance against one of the most successful IPL teams.
Surpasses Chris Gayle and Babar Azam in T20 Record
Kohli also created another record by surpassing Chris Gayle and Babar Azam in the list of most century partnerships in T20 cricket.
- 47 century partnerships – Virat Kohli
- 46 – Chris Gayle
- 46 – Babar Azam
- 45 – David Warner
This milestone further cements his legacy in the shortest format of the game.
Key Partnership Powers RCB
Kohli played a crucial role in RCB’s innings, forming a 120-run opening partnership with Phil Salt.
This stand laid the foundation for a massive total and put Mumbai Indians under pressure early in the match.
It also became one of the highest opening partnerships for RCB against MI.
RCB Continue Dominance in IPL 2026
With consistent performances from their top order, RCB continue to look like one of the strongest teams in IPL 2026.
Kohli’s form at the top is proving to be a key factor in their success this season.
Conclusion
Virat Kohli’s latest record against Mumbai Indians is yet another reminder of his greatness and consistency in the IPL.
As IPL 2026 progresses, Kohli looks set to break even more records and lead RCB’s charge towards the title.
