Virat Kohli has added another feather to his cap, becoming the fastest cricketer to reach 27,000 international runs, breaking a longstanding record held by Sachin Tendulkar. Kohli accomplished this incredible feat during the Kanpur Test, when he crossed the 35-run mark in the first innings, making him only the fourth player in the world to reach this milestone.
Kohli’s Record-Breaking Achievement
What sets this achievement apart is that Virat Kohli reached 27,000 runs in just 594 innings, beating Sachin Tendulkar, who took 623 innings to reach the same mark. Other cricketing legends like Kumar Sangakkara (648 innings) and Ricky Ponting (650 innings) also fall behind Kohli in this achievement.
Kohli’s Milestones
Kohli’s ability to reach major milestones faster than anyone else is a testament to his consistency and focus. He holds several other records for being the quickest to score big numbers:
- Fastest to 10,000 international runs: Kohli achieved this in 232 innings.
- Fastest to 15,000 runs: He reached this milestone in 333 innings.
- Fastest to 20,000 international runs: He reached this feat in just 417 innings.
Now, with 27,000 runs under his belt, Kohli continues to solidify his place among cricket’s all-time greats.
Struggles with Form in Recent Times
Despite this monumental achievement, Virat Kohli couldn’t convert his innings into a half-century during the Kanpur Test. Kohli was dismissed for 47 runs by Shakib Al Hasan while attempting a slog sweep. This year has been challenging for him, as he has managed only one half-century in international cricket, with the drought continuing in Kanpur.
Kohli’s incredible speed in reaching these massive numbers, even while facing form issues, highlights just how dominant he has been in the world of cricket. With his competitive spirit and skill, fans and experts alike are confident that Kohli will soon be back in his best form, delivering match-winning performances.
