Virat Kohli breaks the 28,000-run record by becoming the fastest batter in international cricket to reach the historic milestone.
In just 624 innings during the first ODI against New Zealand at Vadodara on January 11, 2026, Indian cricket star Virat Kohli set a new record by becoming the fastest batter in history to reach 28,000 international runs.
This feat eclipsed the long-standing record previously held by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.
Breaking the Icons’ Records
Kohli’s achievement came earlier than both Sachin Tendulkar (644 innings) and Sri Lankan great Kumar Sangakkara (666 innings), making him the quickest to hit the 28,000-run mark across all formats—Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
Second-Highest Run Scorer in Cricket History
Alongside becoming the fastest to the milestone, Kohli also overtook Kumar Sangakkara’s career total of 28,016 international runs. This achievement propelled Kohli into second place on the all-time run-scorers list, trailing only Tendulkar’s 34,357 runs.
Memorable Moment in Vadodara
Kohli reached the milestone with a boundary off New Zealand spinner Adithya Ashok during India’s chase of 301.
He then passed Sangakkara’s tally with a single in the 18th over, further underlining his consistency and class.
Virat Kohli breaks Record: A Career of Milestones
Virat Kohli becomes a new hero of international cricket after rewriting history by becoming the fastest batter to reach 28,000 international runs.
At 37 years old, Kohli’s journey has been characterised by rapid scoring and record-breaking achievements.
He previously became the fastest to 25,000, 26,000, and 27,000 international runs—each time surpassing Tendulkar’s marks.
Legacy in International Cricket
Kohli’s remarkable consistency, technique, and fitness have helped him remain at the top of the game for nearly two decades, earning him a reputation as one of cricket’s greatest batters.
With only Tendulkar ahead of him on the all-time list, many fans and analysts now wonder whether he can eventually surpass the long-standing record.
Looking Ahead
With India’s ODI calendar still active, Kohli’s focus remains on contributing to team success while chasing further personal and team records.
His 28,000-run milestone comes as a testament to longevity, dedication, and unmatched consistency on the international stage. (Geo News)