Virat Kohli’s performance in the Indian Premier League has been remarkable, and his consistency against Chennai Super Kings stands out. He holds the record for the most runs scored against a single opponent in IPL history, amassing 1146 runs against CSK. This surpasses David Warner’s 1134 runs against Punjab Kings.
In the recent IPL 2025 match on May 3, 2025, against CSK at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Kohli scored a blistering 62 runs off 33 balls. This innings was embellished with 5 sixes and 5 fours, showcasing his aggressive intent. This was his fourth consecutive fifty-plus score in IPL 2025, equaling his own RCB record from 2016.
Record-Breaking Feats in the Recent Match:
- Most Runs Against a Single Opponent: With his 62-run knock, Kohli increased his tally against CSK to 1146 runs, the highest against any team in IPL.
- Most Sixes for a Single Franchise in T20s: He became the first player to hit 300 sixes for a single team (Royal Challengers Bengaluru).
- Most Sixes at a Single Venue in T20s: Kohli now holds the record for the most sixes at a single venue in T20s, with 154 sixes at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, surpassing Chris Gayle’s 151.
- Most 50+ Scores Against CSK: His half-century was his 10th fifty-plus score against CSK, the most by any player.
Overall IPL Career:
Virat Kohli is the leading run-scorer in IPL history, with 8447 runs, including 8 centuries and 61 fifties, in 254 innings at a strike rate of 132.32. His consistent performance, especially against a formidable team like CSK, highlights his significance in the league.
Kohli’s Form in IPL 2025:
In the current season, Kohli has been in exceptional form, scoring 443 runs in 10 innings before the May 3rd match against CSK, including 6 half-centuries. After his innings against CSK, he moved to the top of the Orange Cap standings with 505 runs in 11 matches.
Key Statistics:
- Most Runs: 1146 runs
- Most 50+ Scores: 10 (the highest against CSK by any player)
- Average: 37.38
- Strike Rate: around 125
- Highest Score: 90*
- Innings: 33
- Fours: 78
- Sixes: 43
Kohli’s dominance against CSK isn’t new. He has consistently performed well against them over the years, with nine half-centuries before his recent one. Although he hasn’t scored a century against CSK, his consistent half-centuries and crucial contributions have often played a vital role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s performance against the Chennai Super Kings.
In conclusion, Virat Kohli’s record and consistent performances against Chennai Super Kings underscore his stature as one of the premier batsmen in the Indian Premier League. His recent record-breaking innings further solidifies his dominance over one of the league’s most successful franchises.
