Virat Kohli IPL Career

Virat Kohli RCB captain

Virat Kohli has been a cornerstone of the Indian Premier League (IPL) since its inception, representing the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) throughout his career. Picked by RCB after leading India to victory in the 2008 Under-19 World Cup, Kohli has become the league’s highest run-scorer, amassing over 8000 runs - a feat unmatched by any other player. He holds the record for the most centuries (8) and the highest runs in a single season (973 in 2016). A two-time Orange Cap winner (2016, 2024), Kohli captained RCB from 2013 to 2021, guiding them to the finals in 2016, though the elusive IPL title remains beyond reach. Renowned for his iconic partnerships with AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, Kohli’s consistency and star power have made RCB one of the most followed teams in the league.

Virat Kohli Profile:

Attribute	Details
Birthplace	Delhi, India
Team	Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Role	Top-order Batter
Batting Style	Right-handed
Bowling Style	Right-arm medium/off break
Nationality	Indian
IPL Debut	2008

Virat Kohli IPL Auction Price:

Virat Kohli has never been part of an IPL auction. RCB retained him directly since the first season.

Virat Kohli IPL Runs Year-wise:

Year	Matches	Innings	Runs	HS	Ave	SR	100s	50s
2024	15	15	741	113	61.75	154.69	1	5
2023	14	14	639	101	53.25	139.82	2	6
2022	16	16	341	73	22.73	115.98	0	2
2021	15	15	405	72	28.92	119.46	0	3
2020	15	15	466	90	42.36	121.35	0	3
2019	14	14	464	100	33.14	141.46	1	2
2018	14	14	530	92	48.18	139.10	0	4
2017	10	10	308	64	30.80	122.22	0	4
2016	16	16	973	113	81.08	152.03	4	7
2015	16	16	505	82	45.90	130.82	0	3
2014	14	14	359	73	27.61	122.10	0	2
2013	16	16	634	99	45.28	138.73	0	6
2012	16	15	364	73	28.00	111.65	0	2
2011	16	16	557	71	46.41	121.08	0	4
2010	16	13	307	58	27.90	144.81	0	1
2009	16	13	246	50	22.36	112.32	0	1
2008	13	12	165	38	15.00	105.09	0	0

Virat Kohli IPL Teams (2008-2024):

Virat Kohli has played exclusively for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in his IPL career.

Virat Kohli IPL Records:

As Batter:- Leading run-scorer in IPL history with 8004 runs in 252 matches.
- Record eight centuries and 55 fifties.
- Best season: 2016 (973 runs).
As Captain:
- Led RCB in 143 matches, winning 66 and losing 70.
- Reached the finals in 2016 but did not secure the title.
FAQs on Virat Kohli's IPL Career:
Question: What is Virat Kohli's highest score in IPL?
Answer: 113 not out.
Question: How many IPL titles has Virat Kohli won as captain?
Answer: None.
Question: Which was Virat Kohli's best IPL season?
Answer: 2016, with 973 runs and four centuries.
Question: What are Virat Kohli's unbreakable records?
Answer:
- Only player with 8000+ IPL runs.
- Most runs (973) and most centuries (4) in a single season (2016).

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