With a blazing 92 runs off just 47 deliveries against Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli becomes the first player to cross the 600 run mark and now boasts a total of 634 runs in the ongoing IPL season. Meanwhile, Sunrisers Hyderabad's Travis Head climbs up to third in the runs tally with a blistering 89 runs against Lucknow Super Giants. Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson also makes a comeback in the top-five run scorers list after his knock of 86 runs against Delhi Capitals. As we gear up for today's SRH vs LSG match, all eyes will be on the race for the coveted Orange Cap, with Gill, Du Plessis, Conway, Kohli, and Jaiswal being the top contenders.
Virat Kohli's Stellar IPL Performance: Crossing the 600-Run Mark
In the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Royal Challengers Bangalore's Virat Kohli has once again showcased his exceptional batting prowess. During the team's recent clash against Punjab Kings, Kohli displayed brilliance on the pitch, scoring a blazing 92 runs off just 47 deliveries. With this performance, he became the first player in the current IPL season to surpass the 600-run mark.
Top 5 FAQs Related to Virat Kohli and the IPL
1. How many runs has Virat Kohli scored in the ongoing IPL season? Answer: As of today's date, Virat Kohli has amassed 634 runs in the ongoing IPL season.
2. Which team does Virat Kohli play for in the IPL? Answer: Virat Kohli is the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the IPL.
3. Who is the current Orange Cap holder in the IPL? Answer: Currently, Shubman Gill of Gujarat Titans holds the Orange Cap with 483 runs.
4. Which team did Virat Kohli score 92 runs against in the recent IPL match? Answer: Virat Kohli scored 92 runs against Punjab Kings in the recent IPL match.
5. Who is the highest run-scorer in IPL history? Answer: Virat Kohli is the highest run-scorer in IPL history with a total of 6624 runs.
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