Virat Kohli added another remarkable achievement to his illustrious career during the IPL 2026 clash against Chennai Super Kings at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Although his innings of 28 runs off 18 balls was not a match-defining knock, it proved to be historically significant as he set a new record in T20 cricket.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru opener surpassed Rohit Sharma to register the highest number of runs scored against a single opponent in T20s. Kohli crossed the previous mark early in the innings and now holds the record with a total of 1188 runs against Chennai Super Kings. Rohit Sharma previously held the record with 1161 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Achieving such a milestone in T20 cricket is rare and demands consistency over a long period. It requires players to maintain form across multiple seasons and repeatedly perform against the same opponent. Kohli’s record reflects not only his skill but also his longevity and dominance in one of the most competitive formats of the game.
Over the years Kohli has been a consistent performer against CSK despite the team’s strong overall record against RCB. His ability to deliver against one of the most successful franchises in IPL history highlights his adaptability and mental strength.
While his innings ended at 28 after being dismissed early in the powerplay the significance of the record ensured it became a major talking point. It reinforced Kohli’s legacy as one of the most dependable batters in T20 cricket who continues to deliver across seasons.
This achievement once again underlines that greatness in T20 cricket is not only about explosive performances but also about sustained excellence consistency and the ability to perform against top opposition over time.
