In a remarkable achievement, Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has become the fastest batter to reach 27,000 runs in international cricket. This milestone was achieved during the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur.
Breaking Sachin Tendulkar's Record
Kohli surpassed the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record, who had previously held the title for being the fastest to reach 27,000 runs. Tendulkar achieved this feat in 623 innings, while Kohli accomplished it in just 594 innings across all formats.
Elite Company
With this achievement, Kohli joins an elite group of batters who have crossed the 27,000-run mark in international cricket. This list includes Sachin Tendulkar (34,357 runs), Kumar Sangakkara (28,016 runs), and Ricky Ponting (27,483 runs).
Key Statistics
Kohli, at 35 years old, has now played 535 matches and 594 innings to reach this milestone. His consistent performance and aggressive batting style have been instrumental in his success.
The milestone was reached in the 25th over of India's first innings during the Kanpur Test, marking another significant chapter in Kohli's illustrious career.
