In a record-breaking feat in Delhi Capitals’ match against Lucknow Super Giants on Tuesday, KL Rahul became the quickest player to achieve 5000 runs in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. Rahul, a wicketkeeper-batter for Delhi as well, achieved the milestone within 130 innings, breaking David Warner’s previous record of 135 innings.
KL Rahul Breaking Records and Joining an Elite List
KL Rahul required just 51 runs to reach the milestone of 5000 runs in the match, and his steady performance enabled him to do that, making him the eighth man in IPL history to reach the much-desired 5000-run mark. Rahul joins a select group of players now along with some of the biggest IPL cricket names in the game like Virat Kohli, the all-time greatest run-scorer with a total of 8326 runs.
In his innings, Rahul not only crossed the milestone but also overtook West Indies’ explosive batsman Chris Gayle, who has amassed 4965 runs in IPL. This feat solidifies Rahul’s position among the IPL legends, as he now possesses the fastest record for 5000 runs, which is a reflection of his consistency and capability to deliver under pressure.
Fastest Players to 5000 Runs in IPL
The latest list of batsmen who have passed the 5000-run mark in IPL consists of some of the finest of the game, with Rahul now taking the top position on the speed chart. Here is a glance at the quickest batsmen to hit 5000 runs in the IPL:
1) KL Rahul – 130 innings
2) David Warner – 135 innings
3) Virat Kohli – 157 innings
4) AB de Villiers – 161 innings
5) Shikhar Dhawan – 168 innings
KL Rahul’s record is not only a testament to his outstanding batting skills but also to his consistency in the IPL, establishing him as one of the greatest performers in the history of the tournament. With the IPL ongoing, fans will be keenly interested in Rahul’s record taking shape and if he can take his legacy to even greater heights in the future.
